The Great Gatsby Ballet: Heartache, Beautiful Choreography And 1920s Glamour
A difficult-to-follow storyline but gorgeous dancing, music and designs.
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What’s On In London Theatre 14 – 20 May
London’s best theatre, opera, and dance opening this week
Sex And Death In Austro-Hungary: A Ballet For Grown-Ups
Mayerling is a darkly erotic ballet with an undertow of death and decline, superbly performed by the Royal Ballet.
More Ecstasy Than Death From English National Ballet At The Coliseum
Fascinating and sexy triple bill of twentieth century works.
Romeo And Juliet At Sadler’s Wells: Canadian Ballet Returns to London
A fresh ballet version of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers.
Johan Christensen Steps Into Sergei Polunin’s Tights In Midnight Express
Even ballet can’t save you from a prison sentence.
Dance Review: La Bayadère, Royal Opera House
Spicy Indian melodrama served up ballet-style with strong performances at Covent Garden.
Laurencia At London Coliseum: Firework Dancers Catapulting Around The Stage
An utterly ridiculous ballet saved only by its lead duo.
Giselle At London Coliseum: Sublime Technique Amidst Overgrown Ivy
The ballet belongs to Natalia Osipova, with her superb technique and beautiful characterisation.
Ballet Review: Aladdin @ Coliseum
Family fun that works as well for adults as children.
Review: Metamorphosis @ The Royal Opera House Linbury Studio
Award-winning choreography and some remarkable performances.
