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In practices or rehearsals, for the same reason as female Ballet dancers do. It is considered an "appropriate" form of dance wear, covers up, and it comfortable. In performances, it is often just how most costumes are done. Females tend to wear dresses or skirts, and men tend to wear simple tights and elaborate tops. That is just how the costumes have evolved, generally speaking.

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yes, it is required for sake of indecency

Yes. They're called "dance belts." It's like a heavy-duty jock-strap. It's absolutely necessary. Believe you me.

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Male dancers wear dance belts under their tights. A dance belt is kind of like a really tight jockstrap, but with a thong design so it does not show through tights. Dancers wear them for support and protection.

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Male ballet dancers are not obligated to wear tights for a ballet performance. However, it is worn for convenience and comfort when dancing as the dancer is agile.

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Typically no, although there are certain companies and ballets that require a male to wear a tutu or a ballet dress.

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dance belts

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underwear

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Q: Do male ballet dancers have to wear tights to perform?
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