- Actor Timothée Chalamet's controversial remarks, suggesting "no-one cares" about ballet and opera, have surprisingly boosted ticket sales for the Royal Ballet and Opera (RBO).
- Alex Beard, RBO chief executive, expressed gratitude for the actor's comments, stating the public reaction provided a significant uplift for the institution.
- The RBO's social media response, inviting Chalamet to reconsider, garnered 2.5 million engagements and half a million shares on Instagram.
- Chalamet's initial comments were made during a discussion about the future of cinema with actor Matthew McConaughey for CNN and US outlet Variety.
- Other cultural organisations, including the English National Opera and Seattle Opera, also responded, with some offering discounts or invitations to Chalamet.
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