London, United Kingdom

Le Bal de Paris

Step inside a glamorous Parisian ballroom in this stunningly original virtual reality show

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Step inside a glamorous Parisian ballroom in this stunningly original virtual reality show, as a timeless love story unfolds around you in an unforgettable experience from choreographer Blanca Li. Music and dance merge with groundbreaking VR and body-tracking technology as you’re invited to the biggest party in Paris. Dance, move and interact with real-life performers and other guests as you follow a heartwarming love story across breathtaking locations including a monumental ballroom and a magical garden party. At the end of the virtual experience you’ll have the opportunity to learn some of the dances with the Blanca Li team. Developed by world-renowned Spanish choreographer Blanca Li, Le Bal de Paris won the Lion of the Best VR Experience from the 78th Venice International Film Festival. With digital costume design by fashion house CHANEL, the virtuosic musical score by Tao Gutiérrez takes you on a journey from classical waltz to a rip-roaring wild Cancan finale. You’ll enter a universe as poetic as it is fantastic.

Audience Role

Take part in the VR experience, led by two performers from the company

Ages: 13 +

Content Advisories

No content advisories

Interaction Advisories

Moderate (familial) contact

Mobility Advisories

Event is wheelchair accessible
Wear comfortable clothes

About Barbican

We attract new arts audiences and participants, creating inspiring arts experiences for all. From first encounters to higher education programmes, we develop interests, skills, confidence and careers. We work with outstanding artists to create an innovative international programme that crosses art forms, collaborating with organisations from around the globe to give audiences opportunities to experience outstanding work by acclaimed international companies and artists. We celebrate the artists of today and invest in those of tomorrow. We work with artists at every stage of their career, supporting and fostering opportunities for exciting new talent as well as promoting the work of world-class artists. Our ambitious cultural partnerships will offer outstanding creative opportunities for every young person across eight east London boroughs.