In Paris, the magic takes on a special touch: the show is presented in venues where many legendary ballets have played to packed houses, from the Opéra Garnier to the Opéra Bastille. It is here, under the glow of Parisian chandeliers, that six local dancers, dressed in illuminated costumes, reimagine the great tales of the collective imagination through color and light. In Paris, Ballet of Lights transports audiences into the worlds of Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty.
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Ballet of Lights in Paris: What shows can you see right now?
Sleeping Beauty in a sparkling performance
Born from medieval tales and shaped by Perrault and the Brothers Grimm, this story has gracefully spanned the ages. Behind the enchanted sleep lies a metaphor for time standing still and the transition to adulthood. Sleeping Beauty is a delicate story, where patience, destiny, and renewal continue to resonate today.
Cinderella in a sparkling show
Rediscover the magic of the Cinderella tale in a luminous, dance-filled interpretation, brought to life by five talented artists. The story’s famous characters come to life under the lights: the wicked stepsisters, Prince Charming, and of course, Cinderella herself. With sparkling costumes and meticulous choreography, let yourself be enchanted by this spellbinding version of a timeless classic.
What is Ballet of Lights?
Ballet of Lights is a luminous take on an iconic fairy tale, all within a dance performance. Step by step, the costumes embedded with lights will come to life under the expert guidance of five professional dancers. Fall under the spell of Cinderella, Peter Pan, or Sleeping Beauty once again. Cleverly blending tradition and modernity, this 60-minute show invites you to discover this ancient art form.
What Parisians are saying about Ballet of Lights
“A magical show with lights attached to the dancers’ tutus. My 5½-year-old granddaughter was amazed. The magic works—we want more! 🥰🤩” June 2025
“Magnificent and sublime! Impressive. Several lifts, highly technical movements. Very, very beautiful. The scenes with the sublime music” August 2025
“Magnificent, a delightful experience. The costumes are splendid, and the lighting design is superb. The dancers are truly talented—you’ll quickly be charmed by this ballet.” August 2025
Step back into childhood and rediscover the almost tragic yet ultimately magnificent story of Cinderella. And if you’d like, the story of Sleeping Beauty is also brought to life by Ballet of Lights. This show offers various performances, but don’t worry—you’ll be home before midnight.
Doors open 30 minutes before the show starts so you have time to settle in comfortably.
