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Dance entertainment in France

  1. A

    Ballet Preljocaj

    The Ballet Preljocaj is the redident dance company at the architecturally daring Centre Chorégraphique National. The cutting-edge Preljocaj, founded in 1984, presents some of Europe's most creative - and at times shocking - works. Performance schedules are posted on the company's website; its other programmes (when not on tour) include dance workshops for adults and children.

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  2. B

    La Java

    Built in 1922, this is the dance hall where Édith Piaf got her first break, and it now reverberates to the sound of live salsa, rock and world music. Live concerts usually take place during the week at 8pm or 9pm. Afterwards a festive crowd gets dancing to electro, house, disco and Latino DJs.

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  3. C

    Bistrot Latin

    If you want to perfect your salsa moves or dance your last tango in Paris, dance classes are held most evenings from 19:00 at this club; upstairs is the Latino cinema, Le Latina.

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  4. D

    Monte Carlo Ballet

    The Monte Carlo Ballet and orchestra perform in the Salles des Princes at the Grimaldi Forum.

    Jacket and tie for men is obligatory at all performances.

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  5. E

    Théâtre National de Nice

    Classical music, plays and dance performances are staged at the city's leading theatre, a modern construction.

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  6. F

    Théâtre de Caen

    Offers a season of opera, dance, jazz and classical concerts that runs from October to May.

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  7. Ballet National de Marseille

    Marseille-based dance companies include the Ballet National de Marseille.

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