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English National Ballet: Swan Lake
- Written by: Derek Deane
Choreographer Derek Deane's highly dramatic version of the Tchaikovsky ballet is performed in the round, featuring 60 swans which glide across the arena floor. Artist director Tamara Rojo performs the role of Odette/Odile in some performances.
Royal Albert Hall, London SW7
Thu 20 Jun
£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045
- 14:30
Sat 22 Jun
£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045
- 14:30
Sun 23 Jun
£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045
- 14:30
The London Ballet Company: Postcard From London
The dancers of The London Ballet Company take ballet out of its box with their novel and innovative vision to make ballet more approachable and current, which find them developing a story with their own unique slant.
Bridewell Theatre, London EC4Y
Wed 19 Jun
£6.50 adv / 020 7353 3331
- 13:00
Thu 20 Jun
£6.50 adv / 020 7353 3331
- 13:00
Fri 21 Jun
£6.50 adv / 020 7353 3331
- 13:00
Oktoberfest
Party like you're in Bavaria, minus the plane fare. Drink the beer, eat the bratwurst, wear the lederhosen and party the night away, stein in hand. There's even a family-friendly Sunday lunch for the kinder.
Assembly @ Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh
Wed 9 Oct
Free Free entrance Wed; Thu, Fri & Sun £5; Sat £10; food, beer and seat reservation £34–£39 / 02032 395032
Thu 10 Oct
Free Free entrance Wed; Thu, Fri & Sun £5; Sat £10; food, beer and seat reservation £34–£39 / 02032 395032
Fri 11 Oct
Free Free entrance Wed; Thu, Fri & Sun £5; Sat £10; food, beer and seat reservation £34–£39 / 02032 395032
Glasgow Green
Thu 17 Oct
Free entrance Thu, Fri & Sun; Saturday £5; food, beer and seat reservation £34–£39 / 02032 395032
Fri 18 Oct
Free entrance Thu, Fri & Sun; Saturday £5; food, beer and seat reservation £34–£39 / 02032 395032
Sat 19 Oct
Free entrance Thu, Fri & Sun; Saturday £5; food, beer and seat reservation £34–£39 / 02032 395032
Vincent Simone And Flavia Cacace: Midnight Tango
- Written by: Vincent Simone
A dance-narrative set in a Buenos Aires bar, co-created and performed by the popular professional dancers from BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, who are joined by the tango band, Tango Siempre, featuring the vocalist Miguel Angel. Russell Grant co-stars exclusively during the show's London run.
Derngate Theatre, Royal & Derngate, Northampton
Thu 11 Jul
£15.50–£30; £16–£26; £16.50–£32.50 / 01604 624811
- 14:30
Sat 13 Jul
£15.50–£30; £16–£26; £16.50–£32.50 / 01604 624811
- 14:30
The Grand Theatre & Opera House, Leeds
Wed 31 Jul
£17.50–£31 / 0844 848 2700
- 14:30
Sat 3 Aug
£17.50–£31 / 0844 848 2700
- 14:30
Hall For Cornwall, Truro
Thu 20 Jun
£18–£35; £18–£35 concs available / 01872 262466
- 14:30
Sat 22 Jun
£18–£35; £18–£35 concs available / 01872 262466
- 14:30
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Birmingham Royal Ballet: Giselle
A full-length classical ballet set to Adolphe Adam's music, telling the story of the love between a nobleman's son and a village maiden, a love so powerful it reaches beyond the grave.
Birmingham Hippodrome
Thu 20 Jun
£15–£32.50; £16–£47 / 0844 338 5000
- 14:00
Sat 22 Jun
£15–£32.50; £16–£47 / 0844 338 5000
- 14:30
Grand Opera House, Belfast
Thu 27 Jun
£17.25–£36 / 028 9024 0411
- 14:00
Sat 29 Jun
£17.25–£36 / 028 9024 0411
- 14:30
United Live: Showcase 4 Hillingdon
The theatre will vibrate with live music, singers, unique acts and dancers.
Beck Theatre, Hayes
Sun 23 Jun
£16 / 020 8561 8371
- 13:00
Primrose Hill Community Centre, London NW1
Fri 21 Jun
Phone for prices / 020 7586 8327
- 16:00 – 17:00
Fri 5 Jul
Phone for prices / 020 7586 8327
- 16:00 – 17:00
Fri 12 Jul
Phone for prices / 020 7586 8327
- 16:00 – 17:00
Mariinsky Ballet: Swan Lake
The company's performance of Swan Lake, screened in 3D.
The Light Cinema, New Brighton
Sun 23 Jun
3D
0151 214 1370
- 15:00
Baby Loves Disco
Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.
Electric Circus, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Sun 4 Aug
Fri 9 Aug
Innovation Dance Studio: Everybody Dance 2013
A delightful medley of dance from students.
Watermans Art Centre, Brentford
Sat 22 Jun
£12 (Children £6) / 020 8232 1010
- 14:30
Bonington Theatre, Nottingham
Wed 19 Jun
Phone for prices / 0115 967 0114
- 10:00 – 23:00
Wed 26 Jun
Phone for prices / 0115 967 0114
- 10:00 – 23:00
Wed 3 Jul
Phone for prices / 0115 967 0114
- 10:00 – 23:00
Crystal Leisure Centre, Stourbridge
Tue 25 Jun
£4.30 / 07887 762872
- 12:15
The Grange Hall, Southam
Tue 25 Jun
Phone for prices / 01926 813933
- 10:30 – 11:30
Mini Movers: Workshop (Under 4s)
A dance class for young children exploring movement through imagination and music.
Arts Centre Washington
Sat 24 Aug
£6 (£4) / 0191 219 3455
- 15:00
Sandwell Central Library, West Bromwich
Mon 24 Jun
£2 / 0121 569 4911
- 10:00 – 11:00
Mon 1 Jul
£2 / 0121 569 4911
- 10:00 – 11:00
Mon 8 Jul
£2 / 0121 569 4911
- 10:00 – 11:00
Seven Arts Centre, Leeds
Mon 24 Jun
Children £4 / 0113 262 6777
- 11:00 – 12:00
Mon 1 Jul
Children £4 / 0113 262 6777
- 11:00 – 12:00
Mon 8 Jul
Children £4 / 0113 262 6777
- 11:00 – 12:00
The Rebecca Varley Dance Academy: The Showcase
Dances from many genres including, ballet, street, tap and musical theatre.
The Landmark, Ilfracombe
Sat 29 Jun
£9.50 (£7; Children £7) / 01271 324242
- 14:30
Carlos Acosta: Classical Selection
- Directed by: Carlos Acosta
The Principal Guest Artist with The Royal Ballet celebrates his 40th birthday with a programme of highlights from both the classical and neo-classical worlds, and will be joined by a number of past dance partners.
London Coliseum, WC2N
Sun 4 Aug
£10–£85 / 020 7845 9300
- 15:00
Epsom And Ewell Middle Schools: Celebration Of Dance 2013
An energetic dance performance by young people.
Epsom Playhouse
Wed 19 Jun
£4 / 01372 742555
- 17:00
Royal Ballet: Dances Frederick Ashton
A live screening of a mixed programme of five ballets from the choreographer.
Regal Film Centre, Redruth
Mon 15 Jul
Strictly Confidential
Craig Revel Horwood's new show takes a behind-the-scenes look at the stars of Strictly Come Dancing, told through music, song and stunning dance routines. Starring Lisa Riley, Artem Chigvintsev, Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite.
Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre (AECC)
Sat 20 Jul
£19.50–£39.50 / 0844 477 9000
Sun 21 Jul
£19.50–£39.50 / 0844 477 9000
Edinburgh Festival Theatre
Wed 17 Jul
£20–£45 / 0131 529 6000
Milton Keynes Theatre
Sun 14 Jul
£19.50–£45 / 0870 060 6652
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Ballet Theatre UK: The Nutcracker
The company presents a full-length ballet featuring Tchaikovsky's musical score and original choreography by Christopher Moore. Highlights include The Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy, The Waltz Of The Flowers, The Russian Trepak, The Dance Of The Reed Pipes and the Waltz Of The Snowflakes.
The Blake Theatre, Monmouth
Sat 30 Nov
£16 (£15; Children £12 under 16s) / 01600 719401
- 14:30
Theatre Royal, Margate
Fri 6 Dec
£10–£16 (£14; £12) / 01843 293877
- 14:30
Nettlefold Hall, London SE27
Tue 25 Jun
Phone for prices / 020 7928 2832
- 14:00 – 15:00
Tue 2 Jul
Phone for prices / 020 7928 2832
- 14:00 – 15:00
Tue 9 Jul
Phone for prices / 020 7928 2832
- 14:00 – 15:00
Be Bop Bairns
An open mic night, as it were, for younger kids, who can show off their best moves, recite a poem or tell a wee joke, plus there's loads of fun with crafts, face painting and food to keep the energy up.
The Admiral, Glasgow
Sat 22 Jun
£3 (Children free) / 0141 221 7705
- 13:00 – 15:00
Ceilidh Dancing (for dancers with additional support needs)
Ceilidh dancing is possibly the most social of all dances. Dance with your partner, dance with others in a group and join in the party! The pace of this class will be led by the dancers with live accordion accompaniment. Prepare for a lot of fun and a lot of laughs. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable…
Dance Base, Edinburgh
Fri 21 Jun
£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Fri 28 Jun
£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Number 8 Community Arts Centre, Pershore
Thu 8 Aug
£6 / 01386 555488
- 10:00 – 11:30
Claire Buckley School Of Dancing: Magic Of Dance
An amateur dance school show.
The Brook Theatre, Chatham
Sun 30 Jun
£9.50 / 01634 338338
- 14:00
The Get Down - Breakdance Championship
The Get Down debuts at this year’s Edinburgh festival showcasing the best talent in breakdance in the UK and International as they battle it out for the top spot! Get up close and personal in this vibrant event featuring renowned UK crews Random Askpektz, JackInTheBox, PsychoStylez with international guests and…
The Liquid Room, Edinburgh
Sun 4 Aug
L.O.V.E.
Volcano Theatre. Exuberant, sensual and violently passionate, Volcano's award-winning Shakespearean threesome has toured all over the world. L.O.V.E. is a landmark production in British theatre, directed and choreographed by Nigel Charnock. It is based on Shakespeare's love sonnets. Three lovers, a poet, a dark lady…
