Ballet of Lights in Marseille breathes new life into classical ballet with a visual spectacle accessible to all. For one hour, fiber-optic costumes accompany the dancers’ movements in real time, creating a captivating experience.
Every arabesque, every suspended pose takes on a hypnotic quality thanks to the interplay of light. The scenes flow seamlessly from one to the next, echoing classic tales such as Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, and Peter Pan. No need to be an expert: the pace is brisk, the story is easy to follow, and the magic works instantly for young and old alike.
Ballet of Lights in Marseille: What Can You Expect?
Sleeping Beauty
In Sleeping Beauty, everything changes right from the start: around Aurora, the curse freezes life before it even begins to blossom, and movement seems to come to a standstill. It is this tension that the performance highlights, alternating between held poses, minimal precision, and sudden releases that reignite the movement. It captures the spirit of Perrault’s fairy tale and Tchaikovsky’s ballet without needing to unfold the entire story: just the precise moment when order is upended, then reborn.
What is Ballet of Lights?
At the intersection of tradition and technology, Ballet of Lights offers a modern take on ballet through illuminated costumes and an immersive staging. The show brings together professional dancers in a series of short sequences, perfect for both those new to the genre and for sharing a moment with friends. The performance runs for 60 minutes straight (without an intermission), with doors opening 30 minutes before the start.
In Marseille, Ballet of Lights leaves a lasting impression: that of a demanding and dazzling performance. The elegance of the dance blends with a striking stage presence. Carried by clean lines and a fluid rhythm, the audience is immediately drawn into the performance. A resolutely vibrant take on classical dance.
