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The swans of My First Ballet: Swan Lake have been flying across the country on a National tour this past month. Introducing the magic of ballet to children as young as three, this newly adapted version, choreographed by Antonio Castilla and performed by students of English National Ballet School, has cast its spell on audiences and critics of all ages.

With only three chances left to see it, take a look at what people are saying about the production touring until 20 May.

★★★★ “Highly recommended for dance lovers of all ages”
The Reviews Hub
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Harvey Littlefield as Prince Siegfried and Chloe Keneally as Odette in My First Ballet: Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo

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Beatriz Kuperus as Odile and Harvey Littlefield as Prince Siegfried in My First Ballet: Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo
“A picture book come to life… something for everyone”
British Theatre Guide

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English National Ballet School students in My First Ballet: Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo.

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★★★★★ “Exceptional for the young and young at heart”
Seen and Heard International

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Chloe Keneally as Odette in My First Ballet: Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo
“A Swan Lake for impressionable young minds… sure leaves an enduring impression”
Abundant Art

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English National Ballet School students in My First Ballet Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo

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“This gorgeous production is perfectly pitched”
The Pigeon Pair and Me

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Harvey Littlefield as Prince Siegfried and Beatriz Kuperus as Odile in My First Ballet: Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo

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“A truly beautiful show”
I Love Manchester

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Harvey Littlefield as Prince Siegfried and Chloe Keneally as Odette in My First Ballet: Swan Lake © Laurent Liotardo

The National tour of My First Ballet: Swan Lake is already halfway through! Explore more about the production and book your tickets as it continues to Blackpool this weekend (5 – 6 May), then to Woking (12 – 13 May) and Torquay (19 – 20 May).