Mr Rochester lifts Jane, she is on his shoulder, her legs pointed behind them, her back arched and her head thrown back in ecstacy

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20.05.26

New Swan Lake from Northern Ballet and Ballet de l’Opéra National de Bordeaux

Northern Ballet and Ballet de l’Opéra National de Bordeaux announce the co production of a new Swan Lake.
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17.12.25

Farewell to Joseph Taylor

This winter we are saying goodbye to one of our most beloved dancers, Principal Dancer Joseph Taylor who will leaving Northern Ballet to pursue new performing opportunities.
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Uncle Drosselmeyer shows Clara the magic of Christmas
16.12.25

The Nutcracker Casts

The casts for The Nutcracker at Leeds Grand Theatre for performances in December 2025/January 2026
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Dancers dressed in white in a whiter scene hold a young, happy woman aloft
16.12.25

The Nutcracker Leeds Ensemble

The musicians performing for The Nutcracker at Leeds Grand Theatre for the performances in December 2025/January 2026
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19.11.25

Northern Ballet Auditions

Northern Ballet is looking for both corps, soloist and principal dancers for the 2025-26 season.
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Six people stand infront of warm pink light facing each other, they are applauding.
12.11.25

World Ballet Day: Access Becomes Art

We’re excited to present our newest inclusive work for this World Ballet Day: Access Becomes Art.
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The Nutcracker Prince jumps high and Clara reaches up to catch him
10.11.25

Signing the Final Bow for Yellowface pledge

Northern Ballet has signed the Final Bow for Yellowface pledge joining over 50 international dance companies and arts organisations.
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Four female dancers dressed in white each extending a foot down and an arm high
03.11.25

Christmas Gift Guide 2025

Christmas is just around the corner, and we're here to help you find the perfect gift for the ballet lover in your life.
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Woman with dark hair holds riding crop behind her neck
22.10.25

Gentleman Jack | In Creation

Annabelle Lopez Ocha has been in our home creating and rehearsing our newest ballet, Gentleman Jack, due in March 2026.
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A dancer in a white dress stands on pointe with arms and legs outstretched
03.10.25

Announcing a new MA in Classical Ballet Performance

The Academy of Northern Ballet and Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) are proud to announce a new partnership with the launch of an MA in Classical Ballet Performance.
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Header from Jane Eyre featuring dancers Dominique Larose and Joseph Taylor. Photo Tristram Kenton