GradPro National Showcase 2023
Who would be a judge? The dancers certainly gave the panel a difficult task. But when the results came in, it was the year of the men
Northern Ballet
Returning to artistic directorship: a conversation with Cathy Marston
Marston says, she hopes to “develop and nurture a creative group of individuals, where each single dancer stands out on stage.”
Tiler Peck to create new ballet for Northern Ballet’s new season
Her new piece will form one third of Generations: Three Short Ballets, a trio of works created by choreographers from across the generations
Northern Ballet: Made in Leeds
The superb Nostalgia is yet more evidence of Quagebeur’s talent. It’s no wonder she’s in demand at home and abroad.
Stina Quagebeur talks Take Five Blues and making dance
The extended version has kept the upbeat, uplifting feel of the original, with the nature of the music is as important as ever, she says
A tale of forbidden love: Northern Ballet’s The Little Mermaid
The excellent Saeka Shirai makes it dramatically clear just how isolated Marilla is. The pain she feels with every step is etched on her whole body.
Northern Ballet’s The Great Gatsby
It really does look a picture. Jérôme Kaplan’s set designs are simple yet evoke brilliantly. The music too, is an absolute delight…
Luscious, if a bit of a muddle: Northern Ballet’s Casanova
There is some excellent dancing and interesting choreography but the story is complex and Tindall struggles to produce a ballet narrative that works
National Dance Awards 2021 nominations announced
The Royal Ballet tops the list with a total of 17 nominations, followed by English National Ballet and New Adventures (7 apiece)
Federico Bonelli to be the new Artistic Director of Northern Ballet
“Northern Ballet has rightly been renowned for its bold approach to narrative ballet, and it is an honour to build on this legacy.”
Colour and action aplenty in Northern Ballet’s new Merlin
Magical special effects, super designs, and a dragon everyone will love. Following the story is a little tricky though