BALLET & DANCE IN LONDON
See some of the finest ballet performances in the world at The Royal Opera House and The London Coliseum. Both of these magnificent venues are located in Covent Garden and are just a short walk from One Aldwych. With a history of over 300 years, Sadler's Wells is the UK's leading dance house and shows everything from contemporary dance to flamenco, ballet and hip hop. Read on to discover what breathtaking performances are being shown during the upcoming months.
Royal Opera House, Covent Garden (5 minutes walk)
Romeo and Julliet
10 January to 31 March 2012 (selected dates)
This epic, tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet is set to a moving
score by Prokofiev. With noble families feuding, energetic sword
fights and a timeless love story, this ballet will be enjoyed by
newcomers and fans alike.
The Dream/Song of the
Earth
1 February to 5 March 2012 (selected dates)
Whilst The Dream brings out the contrasts of mortal and fairy
worlds, Song of the Earth is a profound and contemplative
interpretation of Mahler's song-cycle.
Ballet Black
29 February to 7 March 2012 (selected dates)
Cassa Pancho's Ballet Black is performed by a troupe of just eight
dancers who celebrate the talent of black and Asian dancers from
around the world.
The London Coliseum, Covent Garden (10 minute walk)
Birmingham Royal Ballet -
Spring Passions
13 to 14 March 2012
Birmingham Royal Ballet presents Daphne and Chloë and The Two
Pigeons. Set in ancient Greece, Daphne and Chloë tells the story of
the couples struggle against jealous rivals and marauding pirates
to be together. This ballet is followed by The Two Pigeons which
focuses on a young Parisians experience of frustration, excitement,
love and loss.
Birmingham Royal Ballet -
Coppélia
15 to 18 March 2012
What's at the heart of a woman? Eccentric toymaker Dr. Coppélius
wants to know and he is planning to bring his mechanical doll,
Coppélia, to life - he just needs the right spell.
English National Ballet -
Beyond Ballets Russes
22 to 25 March 2012 (selected dates)
This programme celebrates the legacy of Diaghilev's legendary
company with their performances of L'après-midi d'un faune,
Faun(e), Firebird and The Rite of Spring.
Anna Karenina
3 to 4 April 2012
Boris Eifman's astonishing choreography tells the tale of Tolstoy's
famous literary figure with a visceral energy which makes this
production unforgettable.
Onegin
6 to 7 April 2012
Boris Eifman's retelling of this classic story fuses Tchyaikovsky's
classical music and Sitkovetsky's contemporary rock in this
remarkable retelling of Pushkin's classic story.
Shen Yun
10 to 15 April 2012
Brilliantly choreographed dance, mesmerizing orchestral
compositions, magnificently costumed dancers. Experience the
world's finest classical Chinese dance company SHEN YUN.
English National Ballet - Swan
Lake
3 to 11 August 2012 (selected dates)
Praised by critics and audiences alike, Swan Lake brings the
romance and high drama of the grand Russian ballet tradition alive.
Set to Tchaikovsky's memorable score played by the English National
Ballet's full Orchestra, this traditional lavish version of the
timeless classic is sure to capture the heart of everyone who sees
it.
Sadler's Wells (10 minute walk)
Akram Khan Company -
DESH
21 to 25 February 2012
DESH, meaning "homeland" in Bengali, is Khan's most personal work
to date. It draws on multiple tales of land, nation, resistance and
convergence into the body and voice of one man trying to find his
balance in an unstable world. Moving between Britain and
Bangladesh, Khan weaves threads of memory, experience and myth into
a surreal world of surprising connection
The Houdini Experience -
Starring Hans Klok and Company
23 February to 25 March 2012
Described as a 'chilling, thrilling and breathtakingly amazing
show', Hans Klok, his Divas of Magic and a company of world-class
variety and circus acts perform illusions, daredevil stunts and
wizardry unlike anything ever seen before. Escape from reality and
get ready to relive The Houdini Experience.
BalletBoyz - The Talent
3 to 4 March 2012
Adam, Anthony, Ed, Leon, Luke, Matt, Miguel and Taylor are the
remarkable dancers who were handpicked from open auditions by
BalletBoyz to star in this explosive feast of live dance. The
Talent is a mixed programme of three works, which originally
premiered to rave reviews in 2011.
Nederlands Dans Theater 2 -
Mixed Bill
6 to 9 March 2012
Founded in 1978 for dancers between 17 and 23, Nederlands Dans
Theater 2 is one of the world's most popular contemporary dance
groups. The company present an exciting mixed bill including Jiří
Kylián's award-winning Gods and Dogs, and NDT2 Associate Artist
Alexander Ekman's Cacti.
Pet Shop Boys & Javier De
Frutos - The Most Incredible Thing
25 March to 7 April 2012
Pop legends the Pet Shop Boys join maverick choreographer
Javier De Frutos, to bring this modern fairytale to life.
Based on Hans Christian Andersen's fable, the story centres on a
contest to produce 'the most incredible thing', with a prize of
half the kingdom and marriage to the princess at stake.
English National Ballet 2 - My
First Sleeping
3 to 13 April 2012
My First Sleeping Beauty has been created especially for a family
audience. Tchaikovsky's gorgeous waltz-filled score, beautiful
ballet and the sumptuous Nicholas Georgiadis costumes will
transport children to an enchanted world of castles and curses,
forests and fairies.
Family Weekend - Underneath
the Floorboards and Echoa
9 to 10 April 2012
This exciting two-day festival features fun performances for all
the family to enjoy and an array of exciting games and activities
before and after the performances. Underneath the Floorboards is a
captivating production which takes children on a journey through a
bottomless box, underneath the floorboards and into a strange
magical world. Meanwhile, Echoa features a charismatic cast of
dancers, drummers and physical comedians who seize the stage and
blur the lines between music.
London Children's Ballet - A
Little Princess
19 to 22 April 2012
A cast of 55 talented dancers, all aged 9 to 16, perform a
mesmerising adaptation of this enchanting children's classic.
Features Indian dance, friendly attic rats and beautiful corps
dancing, is a perfect way to introduce the whole family to the joys
of ballet and classical music.
Ballet Revolution
25 April 19 May 2012
Ballet Revolución is an explosive fusion of ballet, contemporary
dance, martial arts, salsa and hip hop from a company of
supremely talented Cuban dancers and live musicians. The
outstanding live band will perform popular hits from Shakira, Ricky
Martin, Beyoncé and many more.
Scottish Ballet - A Streetcar
Named Desire
26 to 28 April 2012
See the Scottish Ballet performing one of Tennessee Williams' most
famous plays. Set in the stifling heat of New Orleans, fading
Southern belle Blanche DuBois moves in with her sister Stella and
her brutish husband Stanley in an attempt to flee her troubled
past. But unconvinced by her pretensions and delusions of grandeur,
Stanley sets out to destroy her.
Wah! Wah! Girls - A British
Bollywood Musical
24 May to 23 June 2012
East London meets Bollywood in this sparkling new musical which
tells a passionate and playful story of love against the odds. Set
against the vibrant background of the East End in 2012, these
unstoppable girls uncover deep secrets and create unexpected
dreams.
Our Concierge team would be delighted to give you the inside
knowledge on what to see and do during your stay. Allow us to
arrange tickets for the best seats at your chosen performance
and assist with organizing any aspect of your trip.
Axis at One Aldwych and Indigo offer delicious fixed price menus which feature the freshest seasonal ingredients. These menus are available early and late evening making them perfect for ballet goers.
£18.75 for two courses | £21.75 for three courses
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LONDON TIPS
With music, plays, comedy and appearances by many of the UK's finest kid's authors, the Imagine Children's Festival is a brilliant place to visit during the Febraury half-term.
Southbank Centre
11 to 26 February 2012
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