Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty illuminated on stage in Paris

A wind of enchantment blows through the Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell, as it prepares to host a luminous dance version of a great classic. From April 23 to May 3, 2025, the Ballet of Lights company will present La Belle au bois dormant (Sleeping Beauty), a scenic retelling of the famous fairy tale, with classical choreography and spectacular visual scenography. The show would take place in the Studio Marie Bell, and run for around an hour.

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Inspired by Perrault's fairy tale, Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty follows the well-known story of Aurora, a princess put to sleep by a spell, and her awakening thanks to a kiss of true love. But here, there would be no spoken narration: everything would be done through classical dance, movement and light. The company's artists would perform in luminous costumes, in an aesthetic that blends tradition and technology to bring the various scenes of the tale to life. The fairytale atmosphere would be enhanced by lighting effects integrated into the dancers' outfits, creating immersive and elegant visual tableaux.

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty would be perfect for family audiences, especially children and teenagers curious to discover a classic tale through the prism of live performance. Fans of classical dance would find the codes of the genre, while the luminous dimension of the show could appeal to a wider audience, including those unfamiliar with ballet. Its reasonable length and accessible form would make it ideal as a first ballet experience. Conversely, audiences looking for a textual or theatrical version of the tale, or a traditional staging without visual effects, may be less interested. Here, the visual and sensory approach takes precedence over classical storytelling.

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With Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty, the Théâtre du Gymnase presents an enchanting visual spectacle combining classical dance, technology and fairytale imagery. A wonderful opportunity to rediscover a timeless tale in an innovative, accessible and family-friendly form, in the heart of Paris.

This article is based on publicly available programming information. The show has not been previewed.

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