The exhibition is based on the archive of choreographer Pierre Lacotte and is dedicated to the era of ballet romanticism, his reconstructions of classical performances, and the origins of the White Ballet. For the first time, documents, materials, and rare exhibits related to the life of the master are presented. At the core of the display is Pierre Lacotte's personal archive, gifted by his widow and opening to the public for the first time. This gesture is addressed to the city that played a key role in the master's fate and raised the artists who became his guiding lights. The central focus is on the period of the 1830s-1850s, when the White Ballet was formed and the cult of the ballerina emerged. The ideal of this style was Maria Taglioni - the first performer of the role of the Sylph. Lacotte's main creative achievements are associated with the restoration of lost masterpieces of the romantic stage, starting with the legendary 19th-century ballet. In addition to materials about the reconstructions, the exhibition reveals lesser-known aspects of his biography: in the 1950s, Lacotte created modernist productions, collaborated with outstanding musicians, and worked on bold performances. The display includes photographs, posters, documents, lithographs, and memorabilia from his collection and the funds of the largest cultural institutions. A particular interest is raised by the restored lesson of Maria Taglioni, which allowed her to achieve impressive lightness on stage. For other exhibitions in St. Petersburg, check KUDAGO.