Julio Bocca and Teatro Colón Ballet honored for artistic achievements

The Ballet Estable del Teatro Colón has been awarded the 2025 María Guerrero Prize in the Institutions category. Presented by the Asociación Amigos del Teatro Nacional Cervantes, the award recognizes the company’s century of contribution to classical dance in Argentina since its founding in 1925.

In a separate recognition, Julio Bocca, the artistic director of the Teatro Colón ballet, will receive the Prix de Lausanne Lifetime Achievement Award. The honor will be presented during the 55th edition of the competition on February 6, 2027. Bocca has a long history with the Prix de Lausanne, having served as a jury member and jury president.