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Northern Ballet updates
Northern Ballet updates
Black and white photo of blond man wearing a jacket sits leaning back looking over his shoulder.
18.09.25

Steven McRae Masterclasses

Join us for a very special morning of masterclasses hosted by Steven McRae on 19 October 2025.
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On the studio floor a female dancer lies back, a male dancer leans against her torso
17.09.25

Northern Ballet × Leeds Beckett University

Sports science and ballet unite in our collaborative research project with Leeds Beckett University. We are working together to find ways to improve dancer health, wellbeing and re
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Merlin holds the glowing sword high against Morgan's magicks, Morgan stands, her dark wings spread behind her holding a deadly dagger, between then the Kingdom is at war
15.09.25

Merlin On Stage

From it world premiere in 2021 and it's revival in 2025, photos and videos from the stage of this magical ballet.
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A dark haired dancer leaps, legs spread mid-jump, one hand outstretched to the camara
09.09.25

Merlin's Final Rehearsals

Our props are polished, sets are shining, and costumes are ready! Our final rehearsals are underway before we open Merlin at Leeds Grand Theatre.
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Northern Ballet dancers and Gentleman Jack creatives gathered outside Shibden Hall in Halifax learning about it and Anne Lister's history
27.08.25

Visit to Anne Lister's Home in Halifax, Shibden Hall

In August 2025, Northern Ballet dancers, staff and Gentleman Jack creatives visited Anne Lister's home, Shibden Hall.
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Morgan extend her wings with the power she has stolen from Merlin, lying prone at her feet
14.08.25

From Salem to Sabrina: How the Witch Became a Feminist Icon

We explore how legendary sorceresses like Morgan le Fae have cast their spell on centuries of storytelling about female power and rebellion.
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Dancers en pointe in company class
13.08.25

Company Update August 2025

The Artistic team at Northern Ballet have worked with the dancers to develop six ranks which better reflect our performing company and the wonderful artists we work with.
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Men in masks and black leggings lift a woman in a pink patterned dress and she raises her arms in celebration
25.06.25

Northern Ballet Appoints New Trustees

Northern Ballet has appointed five new trustees, including Sir Gregory Doran and Steven McRae, as the Company seeks to strengthen the representation of artists on its board.
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A male dancer stood in the middle of group of dancers in warm red and orange tones
19.06.25

The Moves

On #BalletStepFriday our dancers demonstrate different ballet moves letting you get closer to the action.
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Header from Jane Eyre featuring dancers Dominique Larose and Joseph Taylor. Photo Tristram Kenton