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A ballet dancer from the Forsythe Programme is jumping in a pas de chat, seemingly floating over a dark background lit only by an exciting disco ball. He's smiling and wearing a textured black and white shirt and black shorts.

The Forsythe Programme

Thu 10 – Sat 19 Apr 2025

A new work and two classics by William Forsythe

An illustration from My First Ballet: Swan Lake. Siegfried is holding Odette who is leaning forward while on pointe. Siegfried is wearing a black top and light tights and Odette is wearing a cream tutu and headdress. Both are smiling. Odile is shown behind them on pointe shoes wearing a black tutu. In the distance we see four dancers playing the cygnets and holding each other's arms in a line. The background shows two large trees over a beautiful starry sky.

My First Ballet: Swan Lake

Wed 16 – Sun 27 Apr 2025

Peacock Theatre, London

A first introduction to the magical world of ballet

A group of dancers playing the Wilis in Akram Khan's Giselle is standing in a line on pointe shoes. Their arms are outstretched around their chest and they are holding a bamboo stick in their mouths. They are wearing dark dresses over a dark background with low lighting and a menacing atmosphere.

Giselle

Thu 8 May 2025 – Sun 18 Jan 2026

Taiwan and London

The unforgettable masterpiece

Two dancers are kneeling down while holding each others' hands in a beautiful stretched pose. One is wearing ochre tights and the other is wearing an ochre leotard. They are on a stage, surrounded by a warm light and a cloud of smoke.

ENB@75 Digital Celebration

Fri 4 – Sun 13 Jul 2025

Join us for this free online event to mark English National Ballet’s 75th Season

R:Evolution

Wed 1 – Sat 11 Oct 2025

Sadler's Wells Theatre, London

Four visionary creators. Decades of innovation. A breadth of emotions.

The Sleeping Beauty

Thu 23 Oct 2025 – Sun 28 Jun 2026

Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s exquisite ballet will leave you spellbound.

A ballet dancer playing the role of Clara in Nutcracker is standing on her pointe shoes while holding the nutcracker doll. She is wearing a white night dress. She's surrounded by a warm, golden light with snowflakes falling around her. The outline of a Christmas trees with baubles and decoration is shown in the foreground.

Nutcracker

Thu 11 Dec 2025 – Sun 11 Jan 2026

London Coliseum

The magical Christmas tradition for all the family!

Body & Soul

Thu 19 Mar – Sat 2 May 2026

Get ready to be immersed in two resonant premieres from Crystal Pite and Kameron N. Saunders.

Emerging Dancer 2026

Fri 1 – Sun 31 May 2026

Celebrating the talent of tomorrow’s stars

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Ballet classes, events and workshops

A dancer wearing a black long sleeve leotard stands with her arms rounded by her waist, she is smiling and looking towards the teacher. In the background other dancers stand in the same position. They are in a ballet studio, with ballet barres in the background.

Absolute Beginners Ballet

Tue 7 Jan – Wed 2 Jul 2025

BalletFit at the Mulryan Centre for Dance

BalletFit

Tue 7 Jan – Wed 2 Jul 2025

A man wears a black t-shirt and performs a balance while holding onto a ballet bar. His arm is curved and he looks straight ahead.

Intermediate Ballet

Tue 7 Jan – Wed 2 Jul 2025

Contemporary Dance

Tue 7 Jan – Tue 1 Jul 2025

A teacher wears all black and stands at the front of a group with her arms outstretched to the side and one leg slightly behind. There are several other dancers who stand behind her, copying her movement.

Improver Ballet

Tue 7 Jan – Wed 2 Jul 2025

Two dancers balance in a position with one leg on the ground and one bent in the air , with both arms above them in fifth position, facing towards the barre.

Advanced Ballet

Wed 8 Jan – Wed 26 Mar 2025

Dance for Dementia Classes

Mon 13 Jan – Mon 24 Mar 2025

The image shows a joyful moment in a dance class, where a man and woman are smiling at each other while participating in a partnered exercise. They are facing each other, lightly touching their hands together as part of the dance activity. The scene takes place in a well-lit room, with other participants visible in the background. The atmosphere is one of warmth, connection, and enjoyment, reflecting the social and physical benefits of dance classes for individuals with Parkinson's.

Dance for Parkinson’s Classes

Wed 15 Jan – Thu 3 Apr 2025

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English National Ballet’s dancers performs as Wilis from Akram Khan's Giselle. The dancers stand in a line, dressed in tattered dresses, and pose on pointe with their arms extended in a menacing way. The stage is dimly lit, creating a haunting and dramatic atmosphere.

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