The Rise: a dystopian musical epic at the Paris Dome

The Rise, a dystopian musical comedy by RB Dance Company, will take the stage at the Dôme de Paris from April 3 to 12, 2026. A sung and choreographed spectacle exploring themes of identity and authority.

The musical The Rise is set to take the stage at the Dôme de Paris from April 3 to April 12, 2026. Presented by the RB Dance Company, this new production combines singing, dance, and storytelling within a dystopian universe focused on themes of domination and power dynamics in a fictional society. According to the creative team, the story delves into questions of collective identity, lineage, and belonging, using a narrative that references various historical periods—from the French Revolution to World War II—without anchoring itself to a specific time or place. Through dance and music, the story takes on a dreamlike quality, offering a poetic distance from the stark realities of the events depicted.

The show unfolds as a musical and choreographed fresco, divided into two acts of 55 and 45 minutes respectively, for a total running time of around two hours including the intermission. On stage, 32 singer-dancers, including several children, bring this production to life with a crew of about thirty technical staff. The staging blends tap dancing, jazz, contemporary dance, and live original music. The aim is to deliver a storytelling experience where movement, rhythm, and music work together to shape the narrative and heighten the dramatic tension.

The creation is the brainchild of Romain Rachline-Borgeaud, a talented writer, composer, director, and choreographer. With training in jazz and tap dance, he further honed his skills in New York before starring in various musicals. In France, he has performed on several stages in Paris, including Mogador and the Théâtre du Châtelet. A musician since childhood, he also composes for the stage and visual media. His diverse background combines musical composition, choreography, and artistic direction—three elements seamlessly woven into the making of The Rise.

Founded in Paris in 2018, the RB Dance Company is pioneering a fresh take on tap dance by blending it with a more urban aesthetic and a structured stage storytelling approach. Their debut production, Stories, has been showcased at venues like the Casino de Paris, Théâtre Mogador, and the 13th Art, before embarking on an international tour. The company also performs at festivals and events both in France and abroad, while exploring new choreographic projects in the digital and audiovisual realm.

With its blend of dance, live music, and storytelling, The Rise appeals to audiences drawn to musical productions, grand choreographed shows, and dystopian narratives. It’s likely to resonate with teenagers and adults who are interested in the social and political themes explored in the story. However, it’s not primarily aimed at very young children or viewers seeking a purely light-hearted or comic musical experience.

The show is playing at the Dôme de Paris until April 12, 2026.

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