A timeless classic of narrative ballet gets a fresh take... Rudolf Nureyev’s choreography of Romeo and Juliet, set to Sergei Prokofiev’s iconic score, will be staged by the Paris Opera Ballet at the Opéra Bastille from April 2 to May 12, 2026. This production vividly brings to life the tragic fate of Verona’s star-crossed lovers, reimagined with meticulous attention to the grandeur and detail of Renaissance Italy.