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Where did the name Burlesque come from?
Burlesque derives from the Italian burlesco, which, in turn, is derived from the Italian burla – a joke, ridicule or mockery.
When did the concept of Burlesque come about?
Burlesque first appears in a title in Francesco Berni's Opere burlesche of the early 16th century.
Are there any other interesting aspects about Burlesque besides first appearing in a title in Francesco Berni's Opere burlesche of the early 16th century?
'Burlesque' as a literary term became widespread in 17th century Italy and France.

Question: What started the development of burlesque?
Self-contained rewrite: What started the development of the Burlesque genre?