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Benjamin Millepied (French pronunciation: [bɛ̃ʒamɛ᷉ milpje]; born 10 June 1977) is a French dancer and choreographer, who has lived and worked in the United States since joining the New York City Ballet in 1995, where he became a soloist in 1998 and a principal in 2002.
Jun 6, 2024 · Benjamin Millepied (born June 10, 1977, Bordeaux, France) is a French dancer and choreographer who was a principal dancer (2002–11) with New York City Ballet (NYCB) and who later was the director of dance (2014–16) at the Paris Opéra Ballet. Millepied was the son of a decathlete and a dance teacher.
Benjamin Millepied is a world-renowned choreographer, dancer, and rising director. In 2010, Millepied choreographed and starred in the Oscar winning feature Black Swan (2010).
May 5, 2023 · Nicholas Brittell’s uniquely operatic score adds startlingly charged music to their every step. With his reimagining of “Carmen,” Millepied could’ve gone the easy route by delivering more of the same. Instead, he takes a bold swing to put a fresh contemporary stamp on the classic source material.
Who is Benjamin Millepied? Meet the choreographer behind Black Swan, Appassionata, and L.A. Dance Project. French-born Benjamin Millepied received his early dance training from his mom, Catherine Flori, starting when he was eight years old.
News about Benjamin Millepied, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.
Apr 21, 2023 · PARIS — Benjamin Millepied probably didn’t need to take on any new life challenges. A former principal dancer with New York City Ballet, the French-born Millepied has been an established,...
Feb 4, 2016 · The French-born dancer and choreographer went to the School of American Ballet in New York at 15, then joined the New York City Ballet, becoming principal...
May 15, 2023 · Superstar dancer and choreographer Benjamin Millepied has turned to a classic story for his feature film directorial debut. Inspired by Georges Bizet's opera of the same name, Millepied's...
Apr 24, 2023 · Q&A: Benjamin Millepied on bringing a classic love story into the 21st century The French choreographer spoke with WSN to talk about his love of the original “Carmen” opera, his directorial debut in its new film adaptation and what he hopes audiences will take away from his interpretation.
