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Timothée Chalamet: Artists React to Oscar Hopeful's Ballet and Opera Remarks
Spielberg defended opera and ballet’s cultural importance at SXSW while Kimmel joked about publicists amid backlash to Chalamet’s 'no one cares' remark, sparking broad artistic responses.
- During his acceptance speech at the 2026 ICG Publicists Awards, Jimmy Kimmel joked that publicists have a 'very difficult job' when clients hold strong opinions about opera and ballet.
- The drama began when Chalamet declared he had no interest in "working in ballet or opera," suggesting in a viral clip from a Variety town hall last month that "no one cares" about those art forms.
- Professionals including Misty Copeland and Boston Ballet soloist Courtney Nitting condemned the remarks, noting these disciplines have thrived for over 400 years and calling them "an insult to the discipline."
- Adding to the criticism, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg emphasized that ballet and opera are "just as important" as cinema and unite audiences through shared feelings.
- Preparing for a new production, the Boston Lyric Opera continues to see engagement, with 'Song of the Earth' debuting on March 20.
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Timothée Chalamet says no one cares about ballet. Toronto dancers respond
Actor Timothée Chalamet has sparked controversy in the performing arts world after he said “no one cares about” ballet and opera anymore. CBC’s Alejandrina Alvarez spoke to Toronto ballet dancers and teachers about the art form’s relevancy, accessibility and future.
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The actor Timothée Chalamet blasphemes in front of cameras about opera and ballet – and the high culture is freaking out. The man draws a line that matters.
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