Opera did not establish a dominance in France because they French preferred

Question

Musicals
Marching Bands
Ballet
Orchestra

Answer 1

Ballet. Although opera was popular in France and had an important place in French musical culture, ballet has always been highly esteemed and widely appreciated in the country. French audiences have a long tradition of enjoying and supporting ballet performances, which have played a significant role in the cultural landscape of France. Additionally, the French have a strong tradition of classical music and orchestral performances, which also contributed to the popularity of ballet and orchestra over opera.