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Carmen: Ballet Julien Lestel offers a new, modern and feminist adaptation

Carmen, the world's most performed opera, is reinvented by ballet artist Julien Lestel in an original, feminist adaptation. Presented by Théâtre Libre, the ballet will be in Paris for just a few days, from April 9 to 20, 2025.

Carmen, a modern retelling by Benjamin Millepied: review and trailer

For his first film, prima ballerina Benjamin Millepied tackles the "Carmen" myth, unveiling a modern, highly personal version of Prosper Mérimée's short story. The feature film, starring Melissa Barrera and Paul Mescal, opens in cinemas on June 14, 2023.