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Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake West End

Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake

Opens: December 3, 2024
Closing: January 26, 2025
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Sadler's Wells
Rosebery Avenue, Finsbury London

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Matthew Bourne’s audacious, rule-breaking reinvention of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago. It has now become the most successful dance theatre production of all time, creating new audiences and inspiring generations of young dancers. In celebration of that ongoing impact, Swan Lake will take flight once more in a major new revival for the next generation of dancers, and for audiences who will experience it for the very first time.



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.



First staged at Sadler’s Wells in London in 1995, Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake took the dance theatre world by storm becoming the longest running full-length dance classic in the West End and on Broadway. It has since been performed across the globe, collecting over thirty international accolades including the Olivier Award for Best New Dance Production and three Tony Awards for Best Director of a Musical, Best Choreography and Best Costume Design.



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Sensory Adapted Performance: 12 Jan, 2pm


Audio Described Performance: 11 Jan, 2.30pm. Touch Tour at 1pm


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MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE Sets Full UK and Ireland Tour Dates
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2024


Full UK and Ireland tour dates have been announced for Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, as it returns for its 30th anniversary with a 2024-25 tour, visiting 19 venues across 29 weeks.

Tickets on Sale This Week For Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE at Sadler's Wells
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024


Tickets go on sale this week for Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at Sadler's Wells. Get your tickets beginning 18 September 2024. Performances will run 3 December 2024 - 26 January 2025.

Full Cast Set For 30th Anniversary Tour of Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024


The full cast has been announced for Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, as it returns for its 30th anniversary with a 2024-25 UK tour.

Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Celebrates 30th Anniversary With a 2024-25 UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024


Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake will return for its 30th anniversary with a 2024-25 UK tour. The tour kicks off in November at Theatre Royal Plymouth.

Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE, THE CAR MAN, CINDERELLA and ROMEO + JULIET to Stream on BroadwayHD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2021


BroadwayHD today announced they will be bringing four contemporary and thrilling productions by award-winning dance-theatre company New Adventures and acclaimed choreographer Matthew Bourne exclusively to their platform.

Photos & Video: Go Inside SWAN LAKE, to be Presented as Part of MATTHEW BOURNE'S NEW ADVENTURES FESTIVAL!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2021


Matthew Bourne's intriguing twists on ballet classics: Swan Lake, The Car Man, Cinderella, and Romeo and Juliet will be available on demand in rotation from Friday, March 5 to Sunday, April 4-a new title premiering every Friday.

Broadway Producer and General Manager Gary Gunas Passes Away
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2021


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that legendary Broadway company and general manager Gary Gunas passed away today in his London home after a four-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

BWW Review: MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE, Sadler's Wells
by Vikki Jane Vile - Apr 23, 2020


It's no understatement to say Sir Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake changed the dance landscape back in 1995 when it first premiered. Any Swan Lake is a juggernaut of a production but Bourne's added layers of storytelling, engaging new characters and unique reimagining for a 21st Century audience cemented a?oeiconica?? status, a word I use sparingly but it's fully justified here. The first in a sequence of Bourne's work to be seen on screen during this time of lockdown which will see releases of Romeo and Juliet and The Car Man, as well as this 2018 production of arguably Bourne's best-known work. 

BWW Review: MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE at The Kennedy Center
by Rachael Goldberg - Jan 24, 2020


Sir Matthew Bourne's 'Swan Lake' has a reputation as a beloved, fascinating, and powerful ballet. The latest production certainly justifies this reputation.

BWW Interview: Max Westwell's Ever Ready To Rise To The Top In MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE
by Gil Kaan - Dec 26, 2019


The much lauded, deservedly awarded MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE returns to thunderous ovations at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles a third time (second time in 2006) since its auspicious L.A. debut in 1997. What was considered ground-breaking and quite shocking to ballet traditionalists when Matthew Bourne originally switched out the delicate female corps of swans for a forceful, menacing flock of male swans has now remained as avant-garde and striking in its unique interpretation. Sharing the titular role of The Swan/The Stranger is Max Westwell in his debut role with Matthew Bourne's New Adventures' international touring company. I had the marvelous opportunity to pose a few queries to this imposing dancer.

The New Adventures Production of Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Turned the Tides of Ballet at The Ahmanson
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Dec 14, 2019


The Tides have changed, not so much from Global Warning, but through Matthew Bourne's latest, revised version of his creation 'Swan Lake.' Thrilling, audacious, witty and emotive, this 'Swan Lake' is perhaps still best known for switching the female corps-de-ballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered conventions, turned tradition upside down and took the dance world by storm. Collecting over 30 international accolades including an Olivier Award in the UK and three Tony Awards on Broadway, Matthew Bourne's powerful interpretation of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece is a passionate and contemporary 'Swan Lake' for our times.

Casting Announced for Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE at New York City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2019


New York City Center today announced casting for Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake. Following runs in Los Angeles and Washington D.C., Bourne's passionate and contemporary Swan Lake will play New York City Center January 30 - February 9, 2020. Los Angeles Times recently raved, 'Bourne's dance-drama will make you laugh, break your heart and dazzle you.'

The Kennedy Center Presents MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2019


Following last season's production of Cinderella, celebrated British choreographer Matthew Bourne and his company, New Adventures, returns with Bourne's iconic version of Swan Lake in its D.C. premiere, January 21-26.

Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2019


Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake opened last night at he Ahmanson Theatre. 

BWW Review: Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE a Joyful Holiday Treat
by Don Grigware - Dec 6, 2019


In training for the acting profession yours truly studied ballet, and I was always the first to throw the line off. I could not dance...ballet or any other form. I know so little about dance, then how can I write about it? Well, when Matthew Bourne is involved, I am envelopped in magic. What a treat to attend a Matthew Bourne event! Yes, his ballet productions are events ...  filled with magical storytelling without a word of dialogue. Like singers or actors, the ensemble tell the story through movement, with Tchaikovsky's gorgeous music to back it up. It's breathtakingly beautiful. Anger, violence and at the opposite extreme,  sensual appeal, blatant or subdued, and love are the most readily reognized emotions in this art form. Bourne divides his production into four acts with an intermission between Ac

Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Opens At The Ahmanson Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2019


Currently in previews, the New Adventures production of Matthew Bourne's a?oeSwan Lakea?? opens December 5, 2019 at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre.

Photo Flash: First Look at Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE at the Ahmanson
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2019


Swan Lake runs December 3, 2019 - January 5, 2020 at the Ahmanson Theater.

VIDEO: First Look at Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE at the Ahmanson Theater
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2019


Swan Lake runs December 3, 2019 a?" January 5, 2020 at the Ahmanson Theater.

Casting Is Set For Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE At The Ahmanson Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2019


Casting is set for Matthew Bourne's a?oeSwan Lakea?? from New Adventures, which will be presented by Center Theatre Group at the Ahmanson Theatre December 3, 2019 through January 5, 2020. With direction and choreography by Matthew Bourne and music by Tchaikovsky, a?oeSwan Lakea?? will open on December 5 at 8 p.m.

Programming Announced For Fifth Annual GRAND AVE ARTS: ALL ACCESS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2019


Grand Ave Arts: All Access, the fifth annual, one-day, free community event, returns on Saturday, November 2, 2019, from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. with a diverse program of family-friendly activities, interactive workshops, performances and tours that highlight and offer access to the world-class arts and cultural organizations on Grand Avenue between Temple and 6th Streets.

TV: Watch An Exclusive Clip of Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Ahead of Cinema Screening
by Marianka Swain - Apr 15, 2019


Matthew Bourne's legendary and award-winning production of Swan Lake, which has returned to UK stages with a fresh look for the 21st century, will be screened in cinemas nationwide on 21 May. Watch an exclusive sneak peek below!

BWW Review: MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE, Bristol Hippodrome
by Kerrie Nicholson - Mar 13, 2019


When Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake received its world premiere in 1995, it ripped up the rulebook in terms of traditional dance and storytelling. It won over 30 awards internationally, including three Tonys and an Olivier Award, and paved the way for new generations of young male dancers. Returning in 2018 with a reimagining for the 21st century, this new production proves its legacy is as captivating, powerful and imaginative as it ever was.

BWW Review: MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE, King's Theatre Glasgow
by Adam Robinson - Mar 6, 2019


Theatre with lasting cultural impact is not something that's created often. Especially not modern ballet. Yet Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake has that impact, and deservingly so.

Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Comes to Cinemas Nationwide in May
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2019


More2Screen has announced that the legendary and award-winning dance production, Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, will be screened in cinemas nationwide on Tuesday 21 May 2019.

BWW Review: MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE, Sadler's Wells
by Vikki Jane Vile - Dec 15, 2018


Christmas for dance fans doesn't just mean Nutcracker these days - it means another one of Matthew Bourne's characterful and atmospheric productions is rolling into town.

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