Are you ready to step into the enchanting world of ballet and experience the magic of The Nutcracker like never before?
Join us for a one-of-a-kind ballet pop-up class featuring iconic repertoire from the renowned choreographer David Nixon CBE's timeless The Nutcracker production. You will be dancing to the captivating music of Tchaikovsky, which will sweep you off your feet and fill you with festivity for the Christmas season ahead.
With different pop-ups for adults and children, we have a pop-up class for you.
Pop-up for Adults
Saturday 25 November, 12.45-16.00
- Where: Northern Ballet, Leeds
- Price: £30
Whether you’re an aspiring ballet dancer or you’re only familiar with the basics. As long as you have a confident understanding of the fundamentals of ballet, our adult pop-up class will accommodate all skill levels with our expert teachers guiding you every step of the way.
After booking we'll email you a form to fill in with required information.
Refunds are eligible through to 17 November.
Pop-ups for Children
We have two different classes available for children depending on their age. Please see below to book your child onto the class suitable for them.
Ages 9-11 with at least six months experience
- When: Sunday 3 December, 10.10-14.00
- Where: Northern Ballet, Leeds
- Price: £30
The 9-11 Nutcracker Pop-up is now fully booked. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, please email academy@northernballet.com with "Nutcracker 9-11 Pop-up" in the subject line. Please also include a contact number and your child's name in the email.
After booking we'll email you a form to fill in with required information.
Refunds are eligible through to 20 November.
Ages 12-14 with at least two years experience
- When: Sunday 3 December, 10.00-14.00
- Where: Northern Ballet, Leeds
- Price: £30
After booking we'll email you a form to fill in with required information.
Refunds are eligible through to 20 November.
Teachers
Jane Tucker
Born in West Yorkshire, Jane undertook her early training with the Northern Dance Centre and completed it at Central School of Ballet and Northern Ballet School where she performed and toured with Manchester City Ballet.
Jane began her professional career with Hong Kong Ballet in 1994, touring extensively through Asia, North America and Canada. She returned to her roots joining Northern Ballet Theatre in 1999 and enjoyed three years touring around the UK and China.
Throughout her dancing career Jane has performed in most of the classics and premiered in many new works: The Last Emperor, A Streetcar Named Desire and Madam Butterfly to name a few.
Jane gained Distinction for the Professional Dancers Teaching Diploma at the RAD, London in 2002 and has accumulated extensive teaching experience to date. Since graduating from the RAD Jane has toured Australia undertaking workshops and classes in companies and vocational colleges including the Western Australian Academy for Performing Arts.
Within the UK Jane has taught for various schools - Northern Ballet School, Elmhurst, NSCD, SLP College and Theatreworks. She helped produce sleeping Beauty for the Liverpool Proscenium Youth Ballet Company, and provided classical training for contemporary companies Darkin Ensemble and Diversity Dance. She has also coached boys for the West End production of Billy Elliot.
Nicola Gervasi
Nic was born in the picturesque town of Todi, in central Italy. His passion for ballet started at the age of four, when he enrolled into his aunt's ballet school. At the age of 16 Nic began training at the English National Ballet School in London.
Following his graduation he joined Peter Schaufuss Ballet in Denmark, where he performed in many productions including Marilyn, The King, and The Boys from Liverpool.
In 2010 Nic joined Northern Ballet and danced in numerous productions and roles, including Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Nick in The Great Gatsby, the Nutcracker Prince, and Athos in The Three Musketeers, to name just a few. From the Leeds Grand and the Bradford Alhambra to the Royal Opera House and Sadler’s Wells, Nic’s career has been exciting to say the least.
Working with choreographers and being involved in different projects, Nic has developed a huge passion for choreography and teaching. In 2016 Nic created his first ballet, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This went on to tour nationally, and was broadcast on the BBC. In 2020 Nic retired from dancing to dedicate himself fully to teaching the next generation.
He brings his experience as a performer to every class, delivering fun and insightful classes.
Header image from The Nutcracker taken by Emma Kauldhar. Profile images taken by Emily Nuttall.
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