Classical dance

Icons of Ballet: A one-of-a-kind dance gala featuring the world’s top Stars at the Palais des Congrès

On February 13, 2026, the Palais des Congrès will host a spectacular gala bringing together the world's greatest stars, from La Scala to the Royal Ballet. An extraordinary evening that promises a captivating blend of classic repertoire and cutting-edge contemporary works.

Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet returns to Paris in 2026

Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, is back on stage at the Arena Grand Paris and the Palais des Congrès for two exceptional evenings on March 3 and April 1, 2026.

The Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky's ballet and classical orchestra in Paris this winter, dates

Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet, The Nutcracker, returns to the Arena Grand Paris and the Palais des Congrès this winter for a magical show that immerses us in the holiday season.

The Dancer[s]: neoclassical dance at the 13ème Art

Discover "The Dancer[s]," a neoclassical dance performance by the François Mauduit Company, presented at the 13ème Art on December 9 and 10, 2025, to mark the troupe's 20th anniversary.

Classique ?: contemporary ballet at the Théâtre Libre

Discover "Classique ?", a contemporary ballet by Victoria Dauberville directed by Paul Pascot, at the Théâtre Libre from December 17, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

Swan Lake: Matthew Bourne's iconic contemporary ballet at La Seine Musicale, our review

Matthew Bourne's iconic dance show Swan Lake is being performed at La Seine Musicale from October 9 to 26, 2025, in a contemporary version that has become a cult classic, performed by an all-male ballet company.

Paris Fashion Week: Repetto makes the Marais dance with its pop-up and free juices

To coincide with Paris Fashion Week, Repetto opens "De La Danse à La Ville", its new pop-up in the heart of the Marais district. From October 1 to 5, 2025, visitors can slip on their pointe shoes and plunge into the world of Repetto, where the iconic pink meets the mythical red ballerina, between pointe shoes, a dance bar and free fresh juice.

L'Héritage sacré de l'Apsara d'Angkor: the Khmer classical dance ballet comes to Paris.

Don't miss the unique performance of the ballet "L'Héritage sacré de l'Apsara d'Angkor" in Paris on November 11. You'll discover a sacred art form listed by UNESCO as part of humanity's intangible cultural heritage.

Swan Lake: International Festival Ballet at Grand Rex for a classic ballet

On March 15, 2026, the Grand Rex welcomes Swan Lake in a fairytale version by the International Festival Ballet, accompanied by a live orchestra.

The Ballet de Milan returns to Paris with a dance show combining French chanson and Bolero

From February 4 to 8, 2026, the Milan Ballet makes a stopover in Paris with La Vie en rose and a reinterpretation of Ravel's Bolero, combining neo-classical dance and the great voices of French chanson.

Sleeping Beauty: Nureyev and Tchaikovsky's ballet at the Opéra Bastille - our review

After an absence of over ten years at the Opéra National de Paris, Sleeping Beauty, choreographed by Rudolf Nureyev, returns to the Opéra Bastille. First performed in 1966, the ballet retains Tchaikovsky's splendid music.

Paris Opera Ballet School: demonstrations at the Palais Garnier

Students from the Paris Opera Ballet School take to the stage at the Palais Garnier from December 6 to 14, 2025 to present their work in traditional demonstrations open to the public.

Contrastes : Three visions of dance at the Palais Garnier

The Opéra national de Paris presents Contrastes, an evening of ballets by Trisha Brown, David Dawson and the van Opstals. On view at the Palais Garnier from December 1 to 31, 2025.

Nureyev's La Bayadère at the Opéra Bastille: a spectacular fresco of the great classical repertoire

From June 17 to July 14, 2026, the Opéra national de Paris revives Rudolf Nureyev's iconic version of La Bayadère at the Opéra Bastille. A large-scale ballet, combining virtuosity, dreaminess and the tradition of grand spectacle.

Angelin Preljocaj's Le Parc returns to the Palais Garnier to celebrate 30 years of an iconic ballet

From February 3 to 25, 2026, the Paris Opera presents Le Parc, a ballet by Angelin Preljocaj. Created in 1994, this contemporary classic blends baroque seduction and modern choreographic language to the music of Mozart.

Racines: a choreographic journey through Russian, African and ancient heritage at the Opéra Bastille

From October 6 to November 10 2025, the Opéra Bastille will host Racines, a three-part program featuring George Balanchine, Mthuthuzeli November and Christopher Wheeldon. An evening of artistic and cultural filiations.

Repetto: classical and contemporary dance masterclasses with leading artists in Paris

Repetto invites you to "Danser pour la vie" on Sunday May 18, 2025 at La Caserne, Paris. A vibrant event, where classical and contemporary dance mingle with a commitment to solidarity. Masterclasses, performances and workshops ... here, every step helps the cause grow!

On danse chez vous: Mehdi Kerkouche's participatory event at Chaillot

On danse chez vous returns to the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 17-18, 2025. This dance marathon, imagined by Mehdi Kerkouche, invites the public to celebrate dance in all its forms.

Semiramis and Don Juan: two Baroque ballets told through dance at the Opéra-Comique

Two of Gluck's ballet-pantomimes come to the Opéra-Comique from May 24 to 28, 2025. Conducted by Jordi Savall, Sémiramis and Don Juan celebrate gesture as language.

Notre-Dame de Paris: Roland Petit's ballet returns to the Opéra Bastille

The Opéra Bastille welcomes Roland Petit's legendary ballet Notre-Dame de Paris, a major work in the repertoire. Presented from December 6 to 31, 2025, this dance fresco combines dramatic power, neoclassical dance and flamboyant aesthetics.