In the early 18th century, John James Heidegger, a Swiss, introduced semi-public masked balls in London, showcasing fashion and dance. These events gained popularity in England and America. Edgar Allan Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death" is inspired by masquerade parties where disguises reflect true identities.

John James Heidegger's introduction of semi-public masked balls in the 18th century not only popularized these events in England and America but also inspired literary works like Edgar Allan Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death."🎭