Georgina Butler sees London's Ballet Icons Gala 2026 – an outstanding international cast of elite dancers from top-tier companies with a UK premiere and two world premieres. TitleBallet Icons Gala … [Read more...] about Review: Ballet Icons Gala 2026 – a star-studded, celebratory evening of ballet
Review: English National Ballet’s Nutcracker – wondrous and truly transporting
Georgina Butler enjoys a sprinkling of Nutcracker magic with English National Ballet – engaging and entertaining... a luscious visual feast. TitleNutcrackerCompanyEnglish National BalletVenueLondon … [Read more...] about Review: English National Ballet’s Nutcracker – wondrous and truly transporting
Review: La Fille mal gardée – opening night with The Royal Ballet in “the sunniest, funniest, twirliest romcom around”
Georgina Butler sees La Fille mal gardée with Marianela Nuñez (youthful lyricism) and Vadim Muntagirov (bravura dancing) who together are radiant. TitleLa Fille mal gardéeCompanyThe Royal … [Read more...] about Review: La Fille mal gardée – opening night with The Royal Ballet in “the sunniest, funniest, twirliest romcom around”
Review: The Royal Ballet School Summer Performance – the stars of tomorrow step into the spotlight today
Georgina Butler sees The Royal Ballet School Summer Performance 2025 celebrating tradition, innovation and passion with beloved classical works and bold new pieces, danced by remarkable … [Read more...] about Review: The Royal Ballet School Summer Performance – the stars of tomorrow step into the spotlight today
Review: London Children’s Ballet in Ella’s Big Chance, A Jazz-Age Cinderella
Georgina Butler sees Ella’s Big Chance – A Jazz-Age Cinderella, choreographed by The Royal Ballet's Kristen McNally… there's magic in the air. TitleElla’s Big Chance – A Jazz-Age … [Read more...] about Review: London Children’s Ballet in Ella’s Big Chance, A Jazz-Age Cinderella
Review: in a whirlwind of whimsy, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland returns to The Royal Ballet
Georgina Butler sees The Royal Ballet in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland brought to brilliantly bonkers life with beautiful dancing and bold designs. TitleAlice’s Adventures in … [Read more...] about Review: in a whirlwind of whimsy, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland returns to The Royal Ballet
Review: Ballet Icons Gala 2025 – an outstanding international cast of star dancers
Georgina Butler sees London's Ballet Icons Gala 2025 – an exceptional evening of ballet with a programme of sixteen works, including four UK premieres and a world premiere. TitleBallet Icons Gala … [Read more...] about Review: Ballet Icons Gala 2025 – an outstanding international cast of star dancers