Classical dance

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty illuminated on stage in Paris

The Théâtre du Gymnase welcomes "Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty" from April 23 to May 3, 2025. A magical ballet combining classical dance and luminous costumes.

Giselle at the Palais Garnier: the iconic Romantic ballet of madness, love and the supernatural

The ballet "Giselle" is on at the Palais Garnier from September 28 to October 31, 2025, in a version by Patrice Bart and Eugène Polyakov.

Dance Theatre of Harlem: New York ballet returns to Paris

Dance Theatre of Harlem returns to France after a 40-year absence with two programs at the Palais des Congrès de Paris from February 26 to 28, 2026.

Swan Lake: A timeless masterpiece at the Dôme de Paris

On April 16, 2025, the Dôme de Paris welcomes "Swan Lake", performed by the International Festival Ballet and accompanied by a live orchestra. A majestic performance of an absolute ballet classic.

The Junior Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris at Versailles: the birthplace of future great dancers

The Opéra Royal du Château de Versailles welcomes the Junior Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris, from June 12 to 14, 2025. A first stop for this new company, which embodies the future of French classical dance.

Sylvia: mythology danced by Manuel Legris at the Palais Garnier

Fauns, dryads and thwarted loves: Manuel Legris revisits "Sylvia", Léo Delibes' mythological ballet, from May 8 to June 4, 2025 at the Palais Garnier.

Carmen: The Ballet de Rome revisits Bizet's opera at the Palais des Congrès

Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma revisits Bizet's Carmen in ballet form, choreographed by Jiří Bubeníček and directed by Manuel Coves. A show to discover on February 21 and 22, 2025 at the Palazzo dei Congressi.

John Cranko's Onegin: the romantic ballet to discover at Opéra Garnier

Inspired by Pushkin's novel, John Cranko's ballet Onegin returns to the Opéra Garnier from February 8 to March 4, 2025. Set to music by Tchaikovsky, this neoclassical adaptation explores love, regret and destiny through virtuoso dance.

Giselle: the famous classical ballet at the Folies Bergère for a unique evening

A timeless classic of Romantic ballet, Adolphe Adam's "Giselle" has captivated audiences since the XIXᵉ century. Between love, betrayal and the supernatural, this emblematic work of classical dance, returns to the stage for a unique performance at the Folies Bergère, on March 20, 2025.

Marie-Antoinette in ballet: the last Queen of France recounted in dance at the Opéra de Versailles

Classical dance takes up the destiny of Marie-Antoinette, an emblematic figure in French history. Through a narrative ballet, the life of the last queen unfolds on stage, between pomp, revolution and tragedy. A work where history meets grace.

Studio Kalon: glamorous fitness classes taught by Parisian cabaret dancers

The Kalon method, created by two former professional dancers, offers glamorous fitness classes combining classical dance and cardio, blending grace and intensity in a studio inspired by Parisian cabarets, ideal for sculpting the body while cultivating elegance and self-confidence.

International Festival Ballet's Swan Lake at the Casino de Paris in February 2025

Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet "Swan Lake" returns to Paris in the New Year, at the Casino de Paris from February 20 to 23, 2025, performed by the International Festival Ballet.

The Snow Queen: the Ukrainian National Opera ballet at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées

What better way to celebrate the holidays than with a fairytale show? The Snow Queen ballet takes over the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in a new French creation, featuring the Ukrainian National Opera Ballet.

Carmina Burana: the famous Russian ballet returns to the Palais des Congrès in 2025

Carl Orff's classic masterpiece can be seen at the Palais des Congrès in Paris from November 19 to 30, 2025, presented by FranceConcert. The ballet will be accompanied by a live orchestra.

Paris Opera's Swan Lake broadcast worldwide for the first time on cinema screens

Tchaikovsky's famous Paris Opera ballet, choreographed by Rudolf Nureyev, arrives in cinemas worldwide for the first time. Thanks to IMAX technology, the ballet can be seen in 230 cinemas on November 10, 2024, following its premiere on Friday November 8.

Cheval de Chang'an: a classical Chinese dance performance at the Musée Guimet

On November 23, 2024, during the temporary exhibition "Tang China", the Musée Guimet is offering an evening of classical dance as a tribute to the cultural riches of this dynasty.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: the dance company returns to Paris

From October 18 to 26, 2024, the American dance company Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the stage! After a 7-year absence in France, the dancers will perform their old ballets, as well as new creations, at the Palais des Congrès in Paris.

Swan Lake - Ballet and Orchestra at the Palais des Congrès in Paris

Swan Lake - Ballet and Orchestra is on at the Palais des Congrès from March 29 to April 6, 2025. Organized by FranceConcert, the ballet returns for a tour of France and Europe.

Cultural Olympiad Paris 2024: Laissez-nous danser, the show at the Théâtre du Châtelet

The Théâtre du Chatelêt hosts its latest show organized as part of the Cultural Olympiad of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. From September 6 to 8, the Laissez-nous danser show brings together 250 instrumentalists, choir members, chorus members, dancers, circus performers and actors on stage for an unprecedented experience.

Cultural Olympiad Paris 2024 Olympics: Apaches, the original dance show at the Opéra Garnier

Just a few days before the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, choreographer Saïdo Lehlouh is creating an original show as part of the Cultural Olympiad, on the stage of the prestigious Opéra Garnier.