BIOGRAPHY
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Paul Marque,
Danseur Etoile of the Paris Opera Ballet
International Guest Artist
A child from southwest France
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Born in southwest France in 1997, Paul discovered dance at the age of three. What began as a childhood passion gradually became a lifelong vocation.
The Paris Opera Ballet School
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At ten years old, Paul joined one of the world's most prestigious ballet schools, where he trained for six and a half years under the tradition of the French School.
6 1/2
YEARS OF TRAINING
2008
JOINED POBS
10
YEARS OLD
Rising through the ranks
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2014
Quadrille
Joined the Paris Opera Ballet at the age of 17
2016
Coryphée
Gold Medal
Varna International Dance Competition
2017
Sujet
AROP Price
2018
Premier Danseur
Becoming an Etoile
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December 2020,
Following a performance of La Bayadere,
Paul Marque was named
Danseur Etoile of the Paris Opera Ballet.
E T O I L E
"It is an honor that inspires me every day to give the best of myself on stage"
On Stage
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SOLOR
La Bayadere
R. Noureev
ETUDE
H. Länder
BASILIO
Don Quichotte
R. Noureev
ALBRECHT
Giselle
J. Coralli & J. Perrot
ESMERALDA
M. Petipa
Around the world
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Alongside his career with the Paris Opera Ballet, Paul is regularly invited as a guest artist by ballet companies and international galas across Europe, Asia, and America.
PARIS
ROME
CALGARY
TOKYO
In the Press
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"One of the leading dancers of his generation"
"A rare combination of elegance, power and musicality"
"He captivates the audience from his first entrance on stage"
Le Figaro
AFP
France Télévisions
Classical ballet. Contemporary creations. International guest artist
Paul Marque is an Étoile of the Paris Opera Ballet, internationally recognised for his refined classical technique, artistic versatility and expressive stage presence. Trained at the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School, he joined the Paris Opera Ballet in 2014 and progressed through every rank of the company before being named Étoile, the highest distinction awarded to a dancer within the institution.
Throughout his career, Paul Marque has built an extensive repertoire spanning the greatest classical ballets as well as contemporary works. His performances include leading roles in productions such as Romeo and Juliet, Don Quixote, Swan Lake, Giselle, La Bayadère, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, Onegin, Jewels and many other masterpieces of the ballet repertoire. His artistic journey combines the elegance of the French School with a strong international presence.
Alongside his work with the Paris Opera Ballet, Paul is regularly invited as a guest artist by ballet companies, theatres and international festivals across Europe, Asia and North America. These collaborations have led him to perform in numerous countries, working with renowned choreographers, artistic directors and dancers while sharing his passion for classical ballet with audiences around the world.
In addition to his performances, Paul Marque has received international recognition throughout his career, including the Gold Medal at the Varna International Ballet Competition, one of the world’s most prestigious ballet competitions. These distinctions reflect both his technical excellence and his commitment to artistic development.
This official biography presents the journey of a dancer dedicated to preserving the traditions of classical ballet while embracing new artistic collaborations worldwide. Through this website, visitors can discover Paul Marque’s biography, repertoire, performance calendar, photo galleries, press coverage, interviews and international engagements.
Whether performing at the Paris Opera Ballet or appearing as a guest artist on prestigious stages around the world, Paul Marque continues to develop an international career founded on excellence, artistry and a deep passion for dance. His official website offers a comprehensive overview of his career and provides the latest information about upcoming performances, projects and collaborations.