Events Throughout 2020
World Première | Touring March – May 2020
Geisha
★★★★
'ambitious and accomplished'
Brought vividly to life by the creator of Northern Ballet’s acclaimed Casanova (as seen on Sky Arts), unravel the mysteries of Geisha.
Two young women, bound by vows of friendship, find themselves in the midst of a collision between East and West. As their lives are torn painfully apart, encounters from beyond the grave unleash an unexpected vengeance on their world. An act of true devotion offers the only chance for redemption.
Based on remarkable true events, experience Northern Ballet’s exceptional dancers in this must-see ballet.
Touring Spring 2020
Little Red Riding Hood
Retelling the classic fairytale with a Northern Ballet twist, Little Red Riding Hood is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre.
With sell-out performances and a string of hugely successful CBeebies TV adaptations, Northern Ballet’s productions for children are not to be missed.
Touring September – October 2020
The Great Gatsby
★★★★
'Elegance and flair from top to toe'
The Stage
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel is brought to life as dancers glide across the floor in gorgeous Chanel-inspired costumes to a cinematic score by Sir Richard Rodney Bennett CBE (Four Weddings and a Funeral, Murder on the Orient Express).
Bursting with passion, style and drama, don’t miss this blockbuster ballet.
World Première | Touring October – December 2020
Merlin
Inspired by the story of the mythical wizard, Northern Ballet’s Merlin will take you on a sweeping epic adventure of heartbreak, humour and more than a little magic.
Choreographed by Olivier award-winning Drew McOnie (Broadway’s King Kong and Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom), expect an enchanting spectacle.
Don’t miss the legend reawakened through Northern Ballet’s unrivalled blend of classical ballet and dramatic storytelling – book now.
Autumn 2020, Leeds city centre venue
50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
Join us for an incredible evening of music, dinner and dance and help celebrate 50 years of Northern Ballet!
For two nights only the stage will be set for a spectacular event featuring a unique programme of performances from our world-class dancers, alongside a three-course dinner and the opportunity to bid on exclusive prizes. The evening will also feature a special appearance from our Academy students.
As part of Northern Ballet’s 50th anniversary celebrations, our Leeds Dinner will raise funds for the Company’s artistic and outreach work, as well as for our Academy.
Also Look Out For
- Our 50th anniversary appeal to secure funding for future support for the creation of new and innovative ballets
- Northern Ballet on the big screen watch this space for more cinema screenings
- A new children's ballet premièring in Leeds in October 2020
- Glimpses into Northern Ballet's past as we build up the Company's digital archive
- Alumni Event December 2020
- New digital films
