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Performances

R:Evolution

Wed 1 – Sat 11 Oct 2025

Sadler's Wells Theatre, London

Four visionary creators. Decades of innovation. Pure emotion.

The Sleeping Beauty

Thu 23 Oct 2025 – Sun 28 Jun 2026

Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s exquisite ballet will leave you spellbound.

A ballet dancer playing the role of Clara in Nutcracker is standing on her pointe shoes while holding the nutcracker doll. She is wearing a white night dress. She's surrounded by a warm, golden light with snowflakes falling around her. The outline of a Christmas trees with baubles and decoration is shown in the foreground.

Nutcracker

Thu 11 Dec 2025 – Sun 11 Jan 2026

London Coliseum

The magical Christmas tradition for all the family!

A group of dancers playing the Wilis in Akram Khan's Giselle is standing in a line on pointe shoes. Their arms are outstretched around their chest and they are holding a bamboo stick in their mouths. They are wearing dark dresses over a dark background with low lighting and a menacing atmosphere.

Giselle

Thu 15 – Sun 18 Jan 2026

The unforgettable masterpiece

Side-by-side portrait of two choreographers, Crystal Pite and Kameron N. Saunders. On the left, a woman with light brown hair in a low bun, wearing a sleeveless black top, stands against a dark background. On the right, a man with closely cropped hair and a beard, wearing a cream turtleneck sweater, looks at the camera against a bright white background.

Body & Soul

Thu 19 Mar – Sat 2 May 2026

Get ready to be immersed in two resonant premieres from Crystal Pite and Kameron N. Saunders.

My First Ballet: Cinderella

Sat 28 Mar – Sun 31 May 2026

Everyone’s invited to this new ballet for children aged 3+!

Ballet dancers performing a pas de deux on stage at Emerging Dancer 2025. A female dancer in a black tutu with gold trim executes an attitude en pointe while her male partner in a black and gold vest supports her, set against a warm amber backdrop.

Emerging Dancer 2026

Thu 28 May 2026

Celebrating the talent of tomorrow’s stars

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Ballet classes, events and workshops

The image shows a joyful moment in a dance class, where a man and woman are smiling at each other while participating in a partnered exercise. They are facing each other, lightly touching their hands together as part of the dance activity. The scene takes place in a well-lit room, with other participants visible in the background. The atmosphere is one of warmth, connection, and enjoyment, reflecting the social and physical benefits of dance classes for individuals with Parkinson's.

Dance for Parkinson’s Classes

Tue 9 Sep – Sat 6 Dec 2025

A dancer wearing a black long sleeve leotard stands with her arms rounded by her waist, she is smiling and looking towards the teacher. In the background other dancers stand in the same position. They are in a ballet studio, with ballet barres in the background.

Absolute Beginners Ballet

Tue 16 Sep – Wed 3 Dec 2025

BalletFit at the Mulryan Centre for Dance

BalletFit

Tue 16 Sep – Wed 3 Dec 2025

A man wears a black t-shirt and performs a balance while holding onto a ballet bar. His arm is curved and he looks straight ahead.

Intermediate Ballet

Tue 16 Sep – Wed 3 Dec 2025

Contemporary Dance

Tue 16 Sep – Tue 2 Dec 2025

A teacher wears all black and stands at the front of a group with her arms outstretched to the side and one leg slightly behind. There are several other dancers who stand behind her, copying her movement.

Improver Ballet

Tue 16 Sep – Wed 3 Dec 2025

Backstage Event

Open House Festival

Sat 20 Sep 2025

Dance for Dementia Classes

Mon 22 Sep – Mon 1 Dec 2025

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BalletActive

World-class dance training from English National Ballet to enjoy at home

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English National Ballet’s dancers performs as Wilis from Akram Khan's Giselle. The dancers stand in a line, dressed in tattered dresses, and pose on pointe with their arms extended in a menacing way. The stage is dimly lit, creating a haunting and dramatic atmosphere.

Ballet on Demand

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