In a groundbreaking interview, Marija Simona Šimulynaitė, founder of the Baltic Ballet Theater, candidly discusses her unexpected ties to Jeffrey Epstein, prompted by a significant bequest of three million dollars allocated to her after Epstein's death. She displays leaked correspondence that she claims suggests closer relations with Epstein than previously known, including emotional letters and acknowledgments of financial transactions that paint a troubling picture of her connections.

However, the story delves deeper than just Epstein’s shadows; Šimulynaitė elaborates on her theater's involvement in financial schemes that endangered its integrity. While the theater boasts packed audiences and substantial ticket revenues, it’s perplexing to find that the dancers receive minimal compensation, highlighting a disconnect between the theater’s income and the treatment of its artists. This revelation raises questions about financial management in the arts and the ethical responsibilities of those at the helm.

Moreover, the discussion touches on the complex emotions intertwined within the theater's narrative, such as unexpected feelings from personal relationships impacting professional ties. Through her experiences, Šimulynaitė provides an insightful commentary on the intersections of art, finance, and personal integrity, forcing a reevaluation of the landscape in which the performing arts operate in Lithuania and beyond.