Frederick Ashton

Video: James Hay and Bennett Gartside Discuss Playing Step-Sisters in The Royal Ballet's CINDERELLA

James Hay and Bennett Gartside discuss their performance as the step-sisters in The Royal Ballet's Cinderella, in the video here! Performances run through 16 January.

THE WINTER'S TALE & More Set for American Ballet Theatre 2025 Summer Season

American Ballet Theatre will celebrate its 85th anniversary at the Metropolitan Opera House during its six week Summer season, running June 10 – July 19. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: CINDERELLA, Royal Ballet and Opera

This year’s festive crowd pleaser from the Royal Ballet does not feature a growing Christmas tree nor a Kingdom of Sweets. Instead, an alternative is offered in the form of Frederick Ashton’s 1948 Cinderella, revived eighteen months ago after a lengthy absence and seen again now for the festive season.

The National Ballet Of Japan Makes European Debut At The Royal Opera House

The national ballet company of Japan, one of the world's great powerhouse ballet nations, will become the first Asian dance company to perform on the main stage of the Royal Opera House in more than 15 years.

Natalia Osipova Will Perform An Evening Of Dance at the Royal Ballet

This spring, The Royal Ballet and Natalia Osipova will present Osipova / Linbury. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!

Marblehead School of Ballet Unveils Holiday Offerings

The Marblehead School of Ballet is inviting the public to celebrate the holidays with the school throughout December. See full programming and learn how to attend events!

National Ballet of Canada Launches 2024/25 Season With SILENT SCREEN

The 2024/25 season opens with the Canadian premiere of SILENT SCREEN, featuring a blend of live music and film. The production will launch the 2024/25 season at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts November 9 – 16.  

CINDERELLA Runs at the Royal Ballet This Holiday Season

This Christmas, The Royal Ballet invites you to the ball with Frederick Ashton’s spectacular Cinderella.  A fairytale like no other, this magical ballet boasts astonishing stagecraft, enchanting design and exquisite dance.  This much-loved ballet is a masterpiece for all the family to enjoy this festive period. 

Review: LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE, Sadler's Wells

A sweet revival of Frederick Ashton's best-known and loved ballet returns to Sadler's Wells. Showcasing both comedy and complexity in its solos and routines, La Fille mal gardée brings a splash of sunshine to the stage. Beatrice Parma makes a striking debut as Principal dancer in the role of cheeky young Lise.

Marblehead School of Ballet Presents BALLET ON THE BIG SCREEN Series This Week

The Marblehead School of Ballet (MSB), located in Marblehead, Massachusetts, opens October with National Arts and Humanities Month and National Dance Week from Friday, October 4 through Sunday, October 13.

Review: ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND, Royal Ballet And Opera

The Royal Ballet 24/25 season opened on September 28 with Christopher Wheeldon’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. When first created in 2011 the ballet was made up of two acts, by 2012 Wheeldon had reworked things into three and this is what we find in the 2024 revival. See what our critic thinks?

Royal Ballet Principal Dancer Lauren Cuthbertson becomes Principal Guest Artist

Celebrated dancer Lauren Cuthbertson becomes Principal Guest Artist with The Royal Ballet after over two decades performing with the Company.

Asolo Repertory Theatre, The Sarasota Ballet, and FSU/Asolo Conservatory Will Host Open House

Asolo Repertory Theatre, The Sarasota Ballet, and FSU/Asolo Conservatory, all housed in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts, located at 5555 Tamiami Trail, will host a community open house in celebration of single tickets going on sale for their 24/25 Seasons on Monday, September 9 from 10 am – 4 pm. 

Boston Ballet Announces 2024â€"2025 Company Roster

Boston Ballet has announced its 2024–2025 company roster with three new dancers joining the main company and ten new dancers joining Boston Ballet II.

Review: THE NEW GENERATION FESTIVAL - THE ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL, Royal Opera House

The Next Generation Festival at the Royal Opera House continues with the first outing for The Royal Ballet School's annual performance dates

West End Theatre Sees Ticket Prices Surge With Top Tickets £300

Top West End Theatre tickets have risen 9% in a year. Learn more about the ticket prices in the West End.

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival to Present The Royal Ballet Takeover

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival will present one of the most celebrated and renowned companies in the world, The Royal Ballet of the United Kingdom. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Royal Ballet Celebrates Young Dance Talent With The Next Generation Festival

The Royal Ballet will bring together a host of young dance talent with its Next Generation Festival.

English National Ballet School Reveals Lineup of Performances on Stage This Summer

This summer English National Ballet School is offering audiences the chance to witness the next generation of dance talent in three performances, commissioned by Artistic Director Viviana Durante, that showcase the students' artistry, talent, and versatility. 

Review: SARASOTA BALLET - PROGRAMME 1, Royal Opera House

'wit, charm and elegance' are the words used to describe the work of Royal Ballet founding choreographer Sir Frederick Ashton (1904-1988). English ballet, or rather style wouldn't exist without him, so The Frederick Ashton Foundation have understandably instigated the Ashton Worldwide (2024-2028) international festival to celebrate the man, his work, and the impact it continues to have on the ballet world.