The Royal Opera’s Jette Parker Artists Programme celebrates its 25th anniversary in the 2026-2027 season, marking a quarter of a century of discovering, nurturing and training the next generation of … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera’s Jette Parker Artists Programme – celebrating 25 years of discovering opera’s brightest new stars
The Royal Opera – complete 2026-2027 Season
The Royal Opera presents the 2026-2027 Season of new productions and acclaimed revivals. In her Main Stage debut, Royal Opera Associate Director Netia Jones –renowned for her inventive use of digital … [Read more...] about The Royal Opera – complete 2026-2027 Season
The Royal Ballet – complete 2026-2027 Season
The Royal Ballet has unveiled a programme that aims to honour its extraordinary lineage and embrace the future of the art form during the 2026-2027 Season. In celebration of his 20th anniversary as … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet – complete 2026-2027 Season
Birmingham Royal Ballet celebrates Sir Peter Wright’s Centenary with Gala Performance
Sir Peter Wright Centenary on 18 June will feature highlights from some of the director and choreographer’s most beloved works, including Giselle, Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty and Coppélia. For … [Read more...] about Birmingham Royal Ballet celebrates Sir Peter Wright’s Centenary with Gala Performance
Les Étoiles 2026 in Milan 11-12 April with 2 new guests: Natalia Osipova and Aurélie Dupont
Les Étoiles, the well-known gala format seen across Italy, returns to the Teatro degli Arcimboldi in Milan this weekend – on 11 April at 9 pm and on 12 April at 5 pm. Unfortunately, Marianela … [Read more...] about Les Étoiles 2026 in Milan 11-12 April with 2 new guests: Natalia Osipova and Aurélie Dupont
The Critics’ Circle announces the nominations for the 26th National Dance Awards
The Dance Section of the Critics’ Circle has announced the short-listed nominations for the National Dance Awards (#NDA26). The qualifying period for performances was between 1 January and 31 … [Read more...] about The Critics’ Circle announces the nominations for the 26th National Dance Awards
New York City Ballet announces 2026-27 Season with 5 world premieres
21 Weeks of Performances Will Feature 48 Ballets Including 24 Works by NYCB Co-Founder GEORGE BALANCHINE and 5 Works by Co-Founding Choreographer JEROME ROBBINS Five World Premieres by JENNIFER … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet announces 2026-27 Season with 5 world premieres
Royal Ballet’s Melissa Hamilton presents A Night of Ballet
Melissa Hamilton will curate a Night of Ballet this summer at Grange Park Opera. The Royal Ballet Principal will produce the first performance in England by Hamilton Christou … [Read more...] about Royal Ballet’s Melissa Hamilton presents A Night of Ballet
Youth America Grand Prix’s 2026 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala
Ballet stars will join Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) – the world’s largest ballet scholarship organisation – to celebrate this year’s Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala on Thursday 16 … [Read more...] about Youth America Grand Prix’s 2026 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala
Les Étoiles gala in Rome 2026: A Bridge for Peace… but without Zakharova
Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone, Sala Santa Cecilia, Rome – 20 and 21 March These are times of conflict, and Les Étoiles – the international dance gala curated by Daniele Cipriani – … [Read more...] about Les Étoiles gala in Rome 2026: A Bridge for Peace… but without Zakharova
Interview: Ivan Putrov on the Dance for Ukraine gala at the Royal Academy of Dance
On Saturday 21 March at 2pm, the Royal Academy of Dance will host a Dance for Ukraine event. Darcey Bussell, President of the Royal Academy of Dance, and Ivan Putrov will present a special ballet … [Read more...] about Interview: Ivan Putrov on the Dance for Ukraine gala at the Royal Academy of Dance
The Joffrey Ballet Announces 2026–2027 Season at Lyric Opera House
The Joffrey Ballet’s 2026-2027 season includes the premiere of Christopher Wheeldon’s The Sleeping Beauty, and the Chicago premiere of John Neumeier’s ballet Liliom. Ashley Wheater, Artistic … [Read more...] about The Joffrey Ballet Announces 2026–2027 Season at Lyric Opera House
Ryan Tomash Promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
New York City Ballet announced today that Ryan Tomash has been promoted from Soloist to Principal Dancer. The promotion was made by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic … [Read more...] about Ryan Tomash Promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
Review: Nureyev’s The Sleeping Beauty at La Scala – thrilling in its eccentricity
Graham Spicer sees Rudolf Nureyev's The Sleeping Beauty at La Scala with an electrifying Martina Arduino as Aurora. TitleThe Sleeping BeautyCompanyBallet of La ScalaVenueTeatro alla Scala, MilanDate9 … [Read more...] about Review: Nureyev’s The Sleeping Beauty at La Scala – thrilling in its eccentricity
The Porselli ballet boutique next to La Scala closes after 55 years
The historic Porselli shop on Via Filodrammatici, opposite La Scala’s artists’ entrance, has closed after 55 years – yet another piece of Milan’s cultural fabric has quietly disappeared. The … [Read more...] about The Porselli ballet boutique next to La Scala closes after 55 years
Hofesh Shechter is awarded Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture
The Hofesh Shechter Company has announced that choreographer and composer Hofesh Shechter OBE has been appointed to the rank of Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. This prestigious … [Read more...] about Hofesh Shechter is awarded Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture
Cory Stearns to retire from American Ballet Theatre
Cory Stearns, a Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre since 2011, will retire from the Company following performances of Onegin during the 2026 Summer season. He will perform the title role … [Read more...] about Cory Stearns to retire from American Ballet Theatre
Anna Razzi, former étoile of La Scala Ballet, has died at 85
The dancer and ballet director Anna Razzi has died at the age of 85. She was honorary president and director of the ballet company at Teatro San Carlo in Naples from 2006 to 2009, and was well … [Read more...] about Anna Razzi, former étoile of La Scala Ballet, has died at 85
English National Ballet announces its 2026-2027 season – A Season to ‘Feel More’
English National Ballet’s 2026-2027 season “opens up the possibilities of ballet, offering more ways to discover, feel and engage with ballet, on stage and beyond”. English National Ballet’s … [Read more...] about English National Ballet announces its 2026-2027 season – A Season to ‘Feel More’
Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Opens Its Doors To The Public
New 500-seat concert hall opens with concert by the Scottish Ensemble New 250-seat theatre opens with dance by ZooNation Unveil of new digital art by Refik Anadol and Anna Ridler World … [Read more...] about Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Opens Its Doors To The Public
Photo Album from the Prix de Lausanne 2026 finals
An album of Gregory Batardon's photos of the 14 Prize Winners in both their modern and classical variations during the finals of the Prix de Lausanne 2026. The fourteen Prize Winners of the Prix … [Read more...] about Photo Album from the Prix de Lausanne 2026 finals
Prize Winners announced at Prix de Lausanne 2026
Thousands of spectators at the Beaulieu Theatre or through the live streaming have followed the Prix de Lausanne 2026 Finals today, 7 February. Among the 21 Finalists, 14 Prize Winners were … [Read more...] about Prize Winners announced at Prix de Lausanne 2026
Prix de Lausanne 2026 from 2 – 8 February, also online
The 54th edition of the Prix de Lausanne runs from 2 to 8 February 2026 and will be presided over by Kevin O'Hare, Director of The Royal Ballet. All the links to view the competition can be found … [Read more...] about Prix de Lausanne 2026 from 2 – 8 February, also online
Interview: Yosvani Ramos, director of the Ballet of Monterrey, brings his dancers to Ballet Nights
Cuban dancer Yosvani Ramos is well known to British audiences. He joined the English National Ballet as a soloist in 1999 under Derek Deane and became a Principal Dancer with the company in 2003, … [Read more...] about Interview: Yosvani Ramos, director of the Ballet of Monterrey, brings his dancers to Ballet Nights
The Royal Ballet celebrates Glen Tetley’s centenary with Pierrot Lunaire
The Royal Ballet celebrates the centenary of Glen Tetley’s birth this February with a revival of his masterwork Pierrot Lunaire. American choreographer Glen Tetley was born on 3 February 1926 in … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet celebrates Glen Tetley’s centenary with Pierrot Lunaire
Final lineup announced for Ballet Icons 20th anniversary gala
The Ballet Icons Gala returns to the London Coliseum on 15 February with its customary lineup of international ballet stars. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the presentations at the … [Read more...] about Final lineup announced for Ballet Icons 20th anniversary gala
Interview: Katia Ricciarelli celebrates her 80th birthday, still in love with Carreras
Yesterday, soprano Katia Ricciarelli celebrated her 80th birthday. Although her international singing career ended many years ago, she is a well-known personality in Italy, her fame travelling far … [Read more...] about Interview: Katia Ricciarelli celebrates her 80th birthday, still in love with Carreras
La Scala closed 2025 with record ticket sales of over €40 million
La Scala closed 2025 with record ticket sales of over €40 million (+7.3% compared to 2024). Added to this is the record revenue of the La Scala Theatre Museum, which reached €3.4 million. “From the … [Read more...] about La Scala closed 2025 with record ticket sales of over €40 million
Northern Ballet premiere of new ballet Gentleman Jack – the extraordinary story of Anne Lister
In March 2026, Northern Ballet will unveil the world premiere of its new full‑length production, Gentleman Jack, launching a nationwide tour. The ballet brings to life the story of 19th‑century … [Read more...] about Northern Ballet premiere of new ballet Gentleman Jack – the extraordinary story of Anne Lister
Patricio Revé joins The Royal Ballet as Principal dancer
Director of The Royal Ballet, Kevin O’Hare, today announced that Patricio Revé will join the Company as a Principal dancer from the start of the 2026/27 Season. Revé is currently a Guest Artist … [Read more...] about Patricio Revé joins The Royal Ballet as Principal dancer





























