Les Étoiles

Les Étoiles: the dance gala of stars in Rome

Every year, the Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone in Rome becomes the stage for one of the most anticipated events on the international dance scene: Les Étoiles, the dance gala conceived and curated by Daniele Cipriani. On the prestigious stage of the Sala Santa Cecilia, some of the brightest stars of world ballet—dancers with dazzling technique and unique personalities—perform in a program that weaves together virtuoso leaps, moments of poignant lyricism, and famous pieces from both the classical and contemporary repertoire.

A formula acclaimed since 2015

Born in 2015, Les Étoiles first captivated audiences at the Auditorium Conciliazione and, since 2017, has been held annually at the Auditorium Parco della Musica in Rome's Flaminio district. The formula has become a beloved classic for enthusiasts: bringing together on the same stage étoiles from the world's greatest companies—The Royal Ballet in London, the Paris Opéra, the New York City Ballet, and the American Ballet Theatre—and entrusting them with solos, pas de deux, and world premieres ranging from the great 19th-century choreography of Petipa to creations by the most famous contemporary choreographers, from Balanchine to Forsythe.

Excellence in dance in the heart of the Capital

With Les Étoiles, Rome confirms its status as a capital of great dance. The event, produced by Daniele Cipriani Entertainment in collaboration with the Fondazione Musica per Roma, attracts a large and passionate audience every year to the city that serves as the heart of the Lazio region and Italian culture. The setting of the Sala Santa Cecilia, one of the largest and most acoustically refined auditoriums in Europe, offers the étoiles a stage worthy of their talent and provides spectators with an unforgettable experience.

What to expect

• The most celebrated étoiles and principal dancers from major international companies gathered in a single gala.
• A program alternating great pas de deux from the classical and romantic repertoire with contemporary creations and world premieres.
• Virtuoso solos, lyrical moments, and choreography signed by the great names of world dance.
• Artistic direction by Daniele Cipriani, one of the most authoritative dance impresarios and curators in Italy.

Each edition features a different central theme, which gives unity to the program and makes every evening a unique event. A rare opportunity to admire artists live, in the same evening, who normally perform in the world's most important theaters.