Les Étoiles returns to Rome on March 20 and 21, 2026, lighting up the capital with an exceptional gala curated by Daniele Cipriani. On the stage of the Sala Santa Cecilia at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, the brightest stars of world ballet will perform, reaffirming why this event is one of the most anticipated and celebrated on the international dance calendar. Year after year, Les Étoiles has become a benchmark for ballet enthusiasts and for anyone seeking a night of pure artistic excellence.
Two evenings of emotion, sublime virtuosity, and moments of sheer stage magic await, delivered through solos, duets, and expressive interpretations that alternate in a program crafted to showcase the technical mastery and emotional depth of great dancers—the celebration of movement in its highest form.
The 2026 edition brings a stellar lineup drawn from some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, including the Opéra de Paris and the New York City Ballet, complemented by artists who have refreshed the choreographic language with a contemporary edge. Making this edition even more special is the extraordinary presence of Svetlana Zakharova from the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, an unmistakable icon of classical ballet, whose participation elevates the gala to an unmissable event.
Les Étoiles solidifies its status as one of Rome’s most important cultural appointments, an occasion to celebrate dance as an art that continues to enchant audiences.
Featured artists for the 2026 edition: Bleuenn Battistoni (Opéra de Paris), Sergio Bernal (Sergio Bernal Dance Company, Spain), Roman Mejia (New York City Ballet), Tiler Peck (New York City Ballet), Simone Repele (Riva&Repele, Geneva), Sasha Riva (Riva&Repele, Geneva), and Andrea Sarri (Opéra de Paris). With the extraordinary participation of Svetlana Zakharova (Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow).
Photo credits: Official site of the Auditorium Parco della Musica
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