At the beginning of 2025, a new chapter begins: the Junior Ballet joins the Paris Opera Ballet as understudies — a first-time experience.

On the programme: The Sleeping Beauty by Rudolf Nureyev, a spectacular production that has not been staged for ten years. The dancers must learn every role, every position — sometimes at the very last minute.

A challenge that blends the stress of performance with the intense joy of being part of it.

This documentary was made possible with the support of the Orange Foundation, sponsor of the Paris Opera’s audiovisual broadcasts, the Cercle POP, sponsors of the Paris Opera's audiovisual and digital projects, and Lexus, partner of POP’s original productions.

The Junior Ballet benefits from the exceptional support of CHANEL.

© Opéra national de Paris - 2025