Les boys du ballet

In the world of classical dance, female dancers are often showcased in all their elegance... but what about the male dancers? The documentary Les boys du ballet plunges into the world of three boys who have put their heart and soul into ballet from a very young age. Logan, Michel and Philippe are all dancers with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, one of the oldest dance companies in America. Every year, the Royal Ballet holds auditions across Canada to recruit the most promising talent for its professional school.

From demanding ballet classes to breathtaking performances on stage, Les boys du ballet takes viewers into the daily lives of these dancers who, every day, must prove they deserve their place. The same dancers who, through their successes and failures, show just how much talent and courage their art demands. Les boys du ballet ultimately depicts all the physical strength, determination and mental discipline required to become a ballet dancer.