Prix de Lausanne 2026: Rising Stars

The very best of the competition with 2026 Prize Winners and Finalists, guest stars Inès McIntosh and Shale Wagman, and more

Ballet

Program notes

Following the event's huge success at the Prix de Lausanne in 2024 and 2025, the prestigious international dance competition comes to a spectacular close with a Rising Stars performance, showcasing the world-class skills of its 2026 Prize Winners and Finalists and featuring new choreographies honored by its Young Creation Award! This year's Rising Stars includes a special appearance by two Paris Opera Ballet stars, Inès McIntosh and 2018 Prix de Lausanne Prize Winner Shale Wagman, who perform iconic pas de deux from Le Corsaire and Francesco Nappa's neoclassical Les Amants Voilés. Tune in for an incredible display of power, grace, and artistry!