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Ballet Theatre UK: Alice In Wonderland

  • Written by: Christopher Moore

A ballet choreographed by the company's artistic director Christopher Moore, based on Lewis Carroll's novel and set to music by Tchaikovsky.

Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth

Sat 25 May

£16 (Children £10 under 16s) / 01395 576798

  • 19:30

Sun 26 May

£16 (Children £10 under 16s) / 01395 576798

  • 14:30
  • 19:30

Scottish Ballet: Highland Fling

Matthew Bourne's ballet inspired by La Sylphide, first performed in 1994, returns for a new Scottish tour. We follow the misfortunes of James, a young Scotsman whose taste for the wilder side of life brings him into the company of a strange and beautiful gothic fairy.

Edinburgh Festival Theatre

Sat 25 May

£12.50–£42.50 / 0131 529 6000

Bern Ballett: Witch-hunt

  • Directed by: Cathy Marston
  • Written by: Vivaldi (music)

The sixteen-strong company led by artistic director Cathy Marston, presents its latest work which draws upon the tale of the state-murdered Swiss woman Anna Goeldi, who was tried as a witch in the 1780s, and whose name was only cleared by the Swiss government, in 2008.

Linbury Studio Theatre At Royal Opera House, London WC2E

Sat 25 May

£14–£20; £8.50 standing ( £11.50) / 020 7304 4000

  • 19:45

Cirque Du Ciel: Shaolin Warriors: Return Of The Master

A breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show which continues the story of the warrior and vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters' feats of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training.

Grand Theatre, Blackpool

Sun 26 May

£16.50–£22.50 / 01253 290190

  • 19:30

St George's Hall, Bradford

Sat 25 May

£16–£22 / 01274 432000

  • 19:30

Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty

Matthew Bourne completes his trio of Tchaikovsky-scored ballets with the story of Aurora's century-long slumber, rendered in typically idiosyncratic style as a gothic fairy tale set between the Victorian era and the present day.

Sheffield Theatres

Sat 25 May

Lyceum

£22–£32; £17–£27; £25–£35 / 0114 249 6000

  • 14:00
  • 19:45
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Catherine Gallagher: Queen Of The Dance

Sensational and breathtaking solos from this ex-Riverdance star, bringing to stage an electrifying performance of world class dancing with a new theatrical extravaganza of Irish Dance accompanied by beautiful live music.

Belgrade Theatre, Coventry

Sat 25 May

£17.50–£24.75 (£15.50–£22.75) / 024 7655 3055

  • 19:45

Alpha Dance Academy

Annual showcase of dance, including ballet, tap and jazz, from pupils at the Alpha Dance Academy.

Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh

Sat 25 May

£11–£13 (£9–£10.50) / 0131 665 2240

  • 14:00
  • 19:00

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

Sun 26 May

£8 / 08444 999990

  • 14:00 – 17:00

Sway, London WC2B

Sat 25 May

£9 / 08444 999990

  • 13:00 – 16:00

Meadowlands Festival

Set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs and boasting outstanding views all around, this music and arts festival will once again take place on the bank holiday weekend within the grounds of Glynde Place, featuring many outstanding international, national and local acts. Music, theatre, comedy, spoken word, art, DJs…

Glynde Place, Lewes

Fri 24 May

£95 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 25 May

£48 (£24) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

£48 (£24) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

2013 Southampton Stage Dance Festival

Young people are given the opportunity to participate in a friendly environment, in solo and group dances in ballet, tap and modern, presided by a professional dance adjudicator.

The Point, Eastleigh

Sat 25 May

£8 per day; £3.50 per session (3 sessions) / 023 8065 2333

  • 09:00

Sun 26 May

£8 per day; £3.50 per session (3 sessions) / 023 8065 2333

  • 09:00

Break The Floorboards

From the award-winning Theatre Company that brought you the 2011 smash hit musical Britain's Got Bhangra, Rifco Arts and Watford Palace Theatre present a new dance drama – Break The Floorboards. All Zain wants to do is dance, but his family, the local fascists and his two left feet are getting in the way. Fusing the…

Warwick Arts Centre, Coventry

Sat 25 May

Times to be confirmed / £15.50–£18.50 / 024 7652 4524

Eutopia Saturdays

DJs Richie Don, Dexta Mitchell, Stevie D and Wayne Dudley play house, garage, R&B, hip hop and dance.

Evoke, Chelmsford

Sat 25 May

£10; £8 before 1am; £7 before 11pm

  • 21:30 – 03:30

Flamenco

Live music and dance with a flamenco band.

Alba Flamenca, Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

£10–£12 / 0131 667 3600

  • 20:30 – 21:45

Cajon Flamenco Classes

Study the rhythms and sounds of flamenco in these dance classes.

Alba Flamenca, Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

Times to be confirmed / £5.65–£6.65 per class / 0131 667 3600

Sun 26 May

Times to be confirmed / £5.65–£6.65 per class / 0131 667 3600

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Dead Beats

Resident and guest DJs spin electro, punk, rock and dance, with live performances.

Club 85, Hitchin

Sat 25 May

Phone for prices / 01462 434801

  • 19:45 – 01:00

Flamenco Nights

For those who like a little more flair with their tapas, LaSal hosts this themed event featuring flamenco dancers stomping their feet through the night.

LaSal Restaurant, Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

£10–£12 / 0131 667 3600

  • 20:30 – 22:00

Kizomba Dance Classes

Get dancing Kizomba style (it's a type of dance originating from Angola), with a party afterwards to show off your new moves.

Bar Lenuccia, London SE5

Sat 25 May

£7 (2 lessons for £10) / 07886 471393

  • 20:00 – 02:00

Regional Youth Ballet: Les Sylphides

Students present a performance of Les Sylphides, a short classical ballet with lyrical and romantic dances set to music by Chopin.

The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury

Sat 25 May

£10; £8 / 01295 279002

  • 14:30

Sun 26 May

£10; £8 / 01295 279002

  • 14:30
  • 19:30

Stepz School Of Dance: Workshop

Disco, Rock n Roll & Latin Classes for Children.

Festival Drayton Centre, Market Drayton

Sat 25 May

Phone for prices / 01630 654444

  • 09:30 – 14:00

V4: The Seasons

  • Written by: Henri Oguike

Acclaimed choreographer Henri Oguike who renowned for his musicality, conjures up a baroque fantasy with six dancers who blend theatricality with ultra-cool groves of modern seduction.

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Sat 25 May

£15 / 0116 242 3595

  • 19:45

Afrostars Family Presents

Afrobeat, Zimbabwean and Latin dance music courtesy of Thomas Mapfumo and Nox.

The Coronet, London SE1

Fri 24 May

£10 adv / 020 7701 1500

  • 22:00 – 04:30

Ageas Salisbury International Arts Festival 2013

The 41st Salisbury International Arts Festival presents a bountiful programme of theatre, music, dance, visual art, kids and literature events.

Salisbury Arts Festival

Sat 25 May

Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651

Sun 26 May

Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651

Lymington Community Centre

Sat 25 May

Phone for prices / 01590 672337

  • 09:30 – 13:00
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