20, allée de la Danse #1

Set against the warm, sunlit floors of a ballet studio — complete with a barre along the wall — this charming 2019 volume from Editions Jungle introduces a diverse ensemble of young dancers in practice wear, from soft pinks to cool blues, caught in a relaxed, candid moment between rehearsals. The subtitle Amies et rivales ("Friends and Rivals") hints at the delicate tensions simmering beneath those bright smiles, framed by the prestigious Opéra National de Paris seal. It's an inviting opening chapter for anyone who loves stories of friendship, competition, and the dedication it takes to train at one of the world's most celebrated dance institutions.