Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns for its 30th anniversary with a 2024/25 UK tour. This audacious reinvention of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago and has since become the most successful dance theatre production of all time. In celebration of that ongoing impact, Swan Lake will take flight once more in this major revival for the next generation, visiting 19 venues over 29 weeks.

Thrilling, bold, witty and emotive, this genre-defining event is still best known for replacing the female corps-de-ballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered convention, turning tradition on its head.

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Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake

Lyceum Theatre Sheffield

New Victoria Theatre

New Wimbledon Theatre

Royal Theater Carré

La Seine Musicale

The Alhambra Theatre

The Marlowe

Wales Millennium Centre

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Festival Theatre Edinburgh

Theatre Royal Glasgow

Milton Keynes Theatre

Newcastle Theatre Royal

His Majesty's Theatre

LG Arts Center

In 2025, Amsterdam will celebrate its 750th anniversary and the National Ballet will celebrate the occasion with Sasha Waltz' In C. This impressive production, which is somewhere between improvisation and choreography, is performed not only by the dancers of the National Ballet and the Junior Company, but also by residents from the seven boroughs of Amsterdam - from teenagers to seniors and from untrained dancers to folk dancers. and hip-hoppers.

In C

National Opera & Ballet

The American theater and film choreographer Helen Pickett is praised as 'one of the few prominent women in contemporary ballet'. For her Dutch debut, she delves into the mind of the ruthless Lady Macbeth together with director James Bonas and composer Peter Salem.

Lady Macbeth

Whether it's winter or summer: Male Jacket is always ice-cold. Shivering, he goes looking for warmth, but even a thick layer of winter coats doesn't help. Is there nothing at all that can make Little Man Jacket stop shivering?

Mr. Coats

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Choreographer George Balanchine was not only crazy about women, but also about jewelry. In his Jewels the two come together in a masterful way: inspired by the most exclusive gemstones, the most important choreographer of the twentieth century pays tribute to women and to the French, American and Russian ballet styles respectively in this triptych.

Jewels

A sun-drenched 'feel good' ballet! This is how you can easily characterize Alexei Ratmansky's internationally acclaimed Don Quixote . The Russian American top choreographer created this new version of the famous ballet classic for the National Ballet in 2010, resulting in a production that radiates pleasure, positive energy and the Spanish temperament.

Don Quixote

Stimulating creativity and giving a platform to new voices in the dance world. That is the goal of New Moves , the young choreographers program that artistic director Ted Brandsen initiated in 2003. With New Moves, the dancers of Dutch National Ballet – and often young makers from outside – are challenged to explore their choreographic talents, which produces special surprises every year!

New Moves 2024-2025

A sparkling end to the ballet season: that is what the National Ballet Academy guarantees again this year, with its end-of-year production Dansers van Morgen.  Accompanied live by the Ballet Orchestra, all pupils and students of the school present themselves in an extremely diverse and energetic program. And especially because of the tenth anniversary of the Junior Company of the National Ballet, the program will be expanded this year with a festive and vibrant performance by this youth ensemble .

Dancers of Tomorrow 2024

Experience the grandeur of the "Gala 23-24 Het Nationale Ballet" at the prestigious Nationale Opera & Ballet, Grote zaal, on June 28, 2024. This magnificent event promises a night of unparalleled ballet performances, featuring a constellation of over 250 dancers, including all the first solists of Het Nationale Ballet and international guest stars like the renowned Daniil Simkin. Celebrate significant milestones with us—the ten-year anniversary of the Junior Company and the twenty-year jubilee of Ted Brandsen and Rachel Beaujean's artistic leadership, which has catapulted the group into the top echelons of international dance companies.

The evening will unfold with a Grand Défilé, showcasing the talents of dancers across all levels, followed by an exclusive surprise program. Expect an enchanting mix of famous pas de deux, previews of new creations, and highlights from Het Nationale Ballet's repertoire, all accompanied by the melodious strains of Het Balletorkest under the baton of Matthew Rowe.

Dress to impress in black tie and join us for a post-performance celebration in the foyers, making it an unforgettable night. Tickets start at €97, with a dynamic pricing system in place. Secure your spot for a dazzling display of ballet artistry and a festive gala that marks a high point in the cultural calendar.

Gala

Swinging, waving, falling, turning, jumping, rolling, bending, fooling around. On the Jump Dance Day, all young ballet lovers can do what they love most: dance of course! The best workshops and a special performance will be organized especially for everyone between the ages of 4 and 17 on Saturday, June 22 , in the ballet studios and in the main hall of National Opera & Ballet .

Jump Dance Day 2024

Do Not Run Fly builds imaginary landscapes in an attempt to understand a world that is constantly changing. NDT 1 presents two new creations by choreographers Marcos Morau and Yoann Bourgeois and presents one evergreen from the oeuvre of Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), Solo Echo (2012) by associate choreographer Crystal Pite.

Do Not Run Fly

Whether it's winter or summer: Male Jas is always ice-cold. Shivering, he goes looking for warmth, but even a thick layer of winter coats doesn't help. Is there nothing at all that can make Little Man stop shivering?

Mannetje Jas

Dancing  Dutch  brings together four choreographers who, despite their different origins, are all rooted in our country and celebrated their first major successes here. For the first time, the National Ballet will dance a creation by Jiří Kylián , the choreographer who gave Nederlands Dans Theater international success for more than thirty years. In addition, this program includes a masterpiece by the Netherlands' most famous choreographer, Hans van Manen , and premiere ballets by Associate Artist David Dawson and Young Creative Associate Milena Sidorova .

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Jewels

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Don Quixote

Nationale Opera & Ballet

New Moves 2024-2025

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Dancers of Tomorrow 2024

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Gala

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Jump Dance Day 2024

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Do Not Run Fly

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Mannetje Jas

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Dancing Dutch

Nationale Opera & Ballet