Northern Ballet première Generations: Three Short Ballets this autumn – unmissable new dance in Leeds

Northern Ballet will perform an intimate new show featuring three short works by iconic choreographers in their home theatre this September
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Published 21st Jul 2023, 07:53 BST
Book your tickets now to see three stunning short ballets from the Leeds powerhouse of dance: Picture George LiangBook your tickets now to see three stunning short ballets from the Leeds powerhouse of dance: Picture George Liang
Book your tickets now to see three stunning short ballets from the Leeds powerhouse of dance: Picture George Liang

If you’ve ever seen one of Northern Ballet’s shows at Leeds Grand or the Playhouse you’ll have experienced the spine-tingling emotions come flooding through as their impeccable dancers and live orchestra bring to life the stories of Dracula, The Great Gatsby, Casanova or Swan Lake.

Now you have the chance to see those same dancers – the best dance-actors in the world according to Dance Europe magazine – up close in their home studio as they present an intimate new programme of short ballets, choreographed by international stars of the dance world.

Generations: Three Short Ballets features a world première from New York City Ballet Principal and TikTok sensation Tiler Peck. Described as ‘the most magical dancer of our time’ by Vanity Fair and the star of multiple Hollywood films, Peck has selected Northern Ballet as the first European company to cast her spell on.

Experience Northern Ballet up close exclusively in Leeds and London: Picture Guy FarrowExperience Northern Ballet up close exclusively in Leeds and London: Picture Guy Farrow
Experience Northern Ballet up close exclusively in Leeds and London: Picture Guy Farrow

“It is an absolute honour to be creating a new work for Northern Ballet. I have always admired Artistic Director Federico Bonelli’s work and was humbled when he asked me if I would make a new commission for the company” said Peck.

“This will be my first time choreographing for a European company and I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Northern Ballet’s incredibly versatile dancers.”

Peck shares the bill with a UK première by Royal Ballet star Benjamin Ella and an iconic work by one of the grand masters of contemporary ballet.

Adagio Hammerklavier was first created by Dutch dance legend Hans van Manen 50 years ago and is set to a beautiful piano sonata by Beethoven. It set the standard for contemporary ballet which the new generation will aspire to meet.

The new generation steps up in Northern Ballet’s showstopping triple bill: Picture George LiangThe new generation steps up in Northern Ballet’s showstopping triple bill: Picture George Liang
The new generation steps up in Northern Ballet’s showstopping triple bill: Picture George Liang

Performed in Northern Ballet’s 200-seat studio theatre, this will be a rare treat for audiences lucky enough to get a ticket.

Generations: Three Short Ballets will be performed at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre in Northern Ballet’s home in Leeds from September 8 to 16 and at the Linbury Theatre in London from the October 31 to November 2.

Northern Ballet

Northern Ballet is one of the UK’s leading and widest touring ballet companies. Bold and innovative in its approach, the company is prolific at creating new full-length work with a unique blend of strong classical technique and impressive storytelling.

Northern Ballet’s repertoire embraces popular culture and takes inspiration from literature, legend, opera and the classics, pushing the boundaries of what stories can be told through dance.

A champion for the cultural exports of the North, Leeds-based Northern Ballet is dedicated to bringing ballet to as many people and places as possible, under the leadership of Artistic Director Federico Bonelli.

Northern Ballet’s Company of dancers performs a combination of its full-length ballets and specially created ballets for children at more than 40 venues annually.

Audiences can also enjoy Northern Ballet’s work on screen through their digital dance platform. Visit digitaldance.org to discover more.

Book tickets now

To book tickets or find out more about Generations: Three Short Ballets visit the Northern Ballet website