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Copeland Calls Out Chalamet on Ballet's Relevance
11 Mar
Summary
- Copeland questioned Chalamet's remarks on ballet and opera's cultural importance.
- She highlighted ballet and opera's enduring relevance and 400-year history.
- Copeland noted Chalamet's acting career relies on these art forms.
Misty Copeland has responded to remarks made by Timothée Chalamet concerning the cultural standing of ballet and opera. Copeland, who was involved in a promotional campaign for Chalamet's film, expressed her thoughts on the matter during a recent panel discussion.
She acknowledged that ballet and opera may not be as mainstream as contemporary cinema. However, Copeland stressed their profound and lasting importance within culture, citing their 400-year history as evidence.
Copeland further argued that the success of actors like Chalamet is, in part, a reflection of the foundational relevance of opera and ballet. She advocates for recognizing the unique value and space each artistic medium holds.
Both Copeland and Chalamet are slated to appear at the upcoming Oscars ceremony on Sunday, March 15. Copeland is scheduled to perform a song from an Oscar-nominated film, while Chalamet is nominated for Best Actor.
