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VIDEO: Watch The Royal Ballet Celebrate The Legacy of Nijinska with Extended Insight

The Royal Ballet has released the full video from an extended Insight to celebrate the innovative creative genius of Bronislava Nijinska. In an afternoon of illustrated talks, panel discussion, and rehearsals, this event examined the powerful legacy of a choreographer much neglected in the history of 20th-century dance. Watch the video here!

The Royal Ballet Celebrates The Life of Bronislava Nijinska With a Special Day of Talks, Rehearsals, and Panel Discussion

The Royal Ballet have announced an extended Insight to celebrate the innovative creative genius of Bronislava Nijinska. Learn more about the events here!

Marquee TV Hosts NUREYEV LEGEND AND LEGACY, Star-Studded Streaming Event Celebrating Ballet's Greatest Ever Dancer

MARQUEE TV, the major streaming service for arts and culture, has partnered with Legends and Legacy Ventures in an innovative deal to bring Nureyev Legend and Legacy exclusively to its subscribers.

Photos: Get a Behind The Scenes Look At NUREYEV LEGEND AND LEGACY

Take a look behind the scenes at dancers performing in Nureyev Legend and Legacy as they rehearse in London. Shows from 5-12 September at Theatre Royal Drury Lane will see an international cast of 22 leading ballet dancers come together to celebrate the legacy of the great Rudolph Nureyev. See photos here!

History's Greatest Ballet Star Will Be Celebrated in NUREYEV LEGEND AND LEGACY

The unmatched impact of Rudolf Nureyev, whose performances touched the lives of people around the world, will be celebrated on stage this September in London over five performances at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane - where Nureyev made his London debut - in a production curated by a former star of The Royal Ballet which will bring together an array of international talent both on and off stage.

Celebrate International Women's Day 2022 With The Royal Opera House

Celebrate International Women's Day 2022 with the Royal Opera House and join us for free performances, behind the scenes tours and a live streamed event designed to celebrate the work of female artists, creatives, and industry leaders who have helped shape the history of opera and ballet.  

Dancing Times Magazine Celebrates 110 Years This Month

1910 saw George V ascend to the throne, the trial and execution of Dr Crippen, the publication of EM Forster's Howard's End and the birth of Alice Marks, later Alicia Markova, the country's first prima ballerina. It also witnessed the establishment of the Dancing Times, the first independent magazine devoted solely to dance.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge Appointed Vice President Of Acting For Others

Acting for Others today announces that Phoebe Waller-Bridge has been appointed Vice President of the theatrical charity.

Winners Announced For Acting For Others' Golden Bucket Awards 2020

Theatrical charity, Acting for Others today announces the winners for the Golden Bucket Awards 2020.

National Youth Ballet Announces 2019 Season: Wonderlands

For its 2019 season, National Youth Ballet will present WONDERLANDS, a mixed programme of new works choreographed by some of the country's rising talents, performed by a Company of young dancers aged 9-18 from across the UK.

Acting For Others' Inaugural West End Flea Market Raised Over £26,000

Theatrical charity Acting for Others today announces that over £26,000 was raised at the inaugural West End Flea Market on Saturday 19 May held at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, with thousands of people in attendance.

Mikah Smillie Steps Down As Artistic Director Of National Youth Ballet

It is announced today that Mikah Smillie will step down as Artistic Director of National Youth Ballet this month after three years leading the Company. Mikah was appointed in 2016 following the passing of Founding Director Jill Tookey, and has programmed three highly successful seasons that have continued to build upon the legacy of empowering young people and emerging professional artists. Mikah has a longstanding association with National Youth Ballet spanning over 11 years, and under her artistic leadership the Company.

Winners Announced For Acting For Others' Golden Bucket Awards 2019

Theatrical charity, Acting for Others today announces the winners for the Golden Bucket Awards 2019. The ceremony took place at the Prince of Wales Theatre and was hosted by Carl Mullaney. The awards celebrate some of the most supportive and successful fundraisers who have helped the charity raise over £400K in the last twelve months both through bucket collections across UK theatres and a variety of events throughout the year.

Toronto To Host One Of The World's Most Prestigious Dance Events

Karen Kain to become the first Canadian to be honoured with the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Award, celebrating her 50 years with The National Ballet of Canada

National Youth Ballet Announces 2018 Season; Bright Young Things

For its 2018 season, the National Youth Ballet ("NYB") will present Bright Young Things, a mixed programme of ballets choreographed by some of the UKs most eminent professionals and rising talents, performed by a Company of young dancers aged 9-18 from across the UK.

Central School of Ballet Student Harris Beattie Wins RAD's Genee International Ballet Competition 2017

Harris Beattie, student at Central School of Ballet in London, is the first ever competitor to win all three top awards at the prestigious Gen e International Ballet Competition 2017. The competition, run by the Royal Academy of Dance, took place in Lisbon and concluded on 16th September at the city's Teatro Cam es.

National Youth Ballet Announces 30th Anniversary Season

For its 30th Anniversary Season, The National Youth Ballet of Great Britain ("The NYB") will present Time in Motion, a mixed programme of ballets choreographed by some of the UKs most eminent professionals and rising talents, performed by a company of young dancers aged 8-18 from across the UK.

National Youth Ballet Appoints New Artistic Director

The National Youth Ballet of Great Britain is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Artistic Director, Mikah Smillie. Following the passing of the company's Founding Director Jill Tookey in March this year, Mikah was appointed Artistic Director in Residence and led the 2016 Season including a sell-out Memorial Gala performance at Sadler's Wells in September. Mikah now joins National Youth Ballet on a permanent basis and will lead the company into its 30th Anniversary Year in 2017. 

Joanna Lumley to Host National Youth Ballet Memorial Gala This Autumn

National Youth Ballet is delighted to announce that Joanna Lumley will host a special Memorial Gala performance at Sadler's Wells on Sunday 4 September, celebrating the company's inspirational Founder and Artistic Director Jill Tookey, who passed away in March this year.

National Youth Ballet Holds Memorial Gala at Sadler's Wells Celebrating Founder Jill Tookey

For its 2016 Season, the National Youth Ballet of Great Britain will present a special programme of performances celebrating its inspirational Founder and Artistic Director Jill Tookey, who passed away in March this year. The 2016 National Youth BalletCompany will perform at the Hawth Theatre, Crawley on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 August, with a special Memorial Gala performance at Sadler's Wells on Sunday 4 September.