The classic tale of the Nutcracker gets a thrilling new take courtesy of Cuban-British ballet superstar Carlos Acosta! Reimagining Tchaikovsky's timeless score into a Cuban style with musician, composer and arranger Pepe Gavilondo, Acosta's Nutcracker is set in the vibrant city of Havana, with breathtaking traditional Cuban choreography at its core as the locals prepare for a Christmas like no other! All enhanced by stunning set design and live visuals by Nina Dunn, costume design by Angelo Alberto and lighting designed by Andrew Exeter, witness the Nutcracker like you've never seen it before.

Matthew Bourne's Olivier award-winning The Red Shoes makes a welcome return to Sadler's Wells this Christmas. Based on the 1948 Powell and Pressburger film, which is in turn based on the tragic fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson, The Red Shoes is the story of a talented young dancer who finds herself torn between love and her career, with heartbreaking consequences.

You might think you've seen Sleeping Beauty in every possible way, but we're happy to tell you that a new and exciting production of the classic ballet is coming to a stunning venue near you, thanks to our friends at Fever. Prince Charming is waiting for you at this sparkling and spectacular new staging of Sleeping Beauty, with dancers adorned in glow-in-the-dark costumes who shine as they leap across the stage with divine grace. A sensational show of shimmering surprises and spindles that you don't want to miss!

Some of ballets greatest living performers come together for the 20th anniversary edition of the Ballet Icons Gala at the London Coliseum! Celebrating 20 years of top-class ballet, see stars from all around the world performing pieces both classical and modern, including some exclusive commissions created specially for the event, as well as world premieres of the next generation of masterpieces.

The critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet return with this magical adaptation of the beloved fairy tale, leaping off on a UK tour in 2026! Set to the wondrous score of Prokofiev's original ballet, Cinderella is the timeless and enchanting love story that will sweep you off your feet, with sumptuous choreography and an infusion of special effects.

The Birmingham Royal Ballet returns to the glorious surrounds of the Royal Albert Hall with its glittering Nutcracker production - specially created for the iconic venue. An elegant Christmas outing, don't miss this wonderfully festive adventure, with thrilling choreography and lavish sets and costumes, all set to Tchaikovsky's unimitable score!