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BIO

Carlos Acosta is known internationally for his grace and athleticism as a dancer. Having performed in some of the worlds greatest companies including Paris Opera, the Bolshoi, ABT, and England's Royal Ballet, it is his tremendous ability to convey emotion, and the sheer joy of dancing that transcends to every member of the audience, which people remember the most. Carlos has danced almost every classical role from Macmillan to Balanchine right through to his more recent contemporary roles and never fails to bring a unique quality and magnetism to every movement. As well as a dancer and choreographer, Carlos has also written his very honest and heartfelt autobiography, 'No Way Home' - which proved a UK bestseller and went on to be published in several other countries including North America, Australia and Germany. Now he has even completed his first work of fiction.

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[West End, 2016]
Choreographer

Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Carlos AcostaGuys And Dolls

News


Review: BLACK SABBATH - THE BALLET, Sadler's Wells
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 23, 2025

Despite the enticing cultural dissonance of its title, Black Sabbath – The Ballet is, by definition, a terrible idea. It is the conceptual equivalent of putting a tuxedo on a pit bull, or hiring Prince Andrew as your PR manager. This is what happens when the civic-minded folk at a major arts company, having dutifully listened to enough AC/DC to establish their street cred, decide they can bottle the anarchic essence of heavy metal and sell it in three-act bottles to those living off the ever-sweet smell of nostalgia and the kind of people who buy all their concert T-shirts from Vinted.
Full Cast Set for Carlos Acosta's NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA 2025 UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

Norwich Theatre and Valid Productions have revealed the dates for their co-production of the critically acclaimed CARLOS ACOSTA'S NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA. Learn more!
Winners Announced for the 2025 UK THEATRE AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025

The winners of the UK Theatre Awards 2025 were announced at a ceremony hosted by Faye Tozer. Now in its 30th year, the annual celebration honours creative excellence and outstanding achievements across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Find out all of the 2025 winners here.
Sheffield Theatres Leads Nominees For 2025 UK Theatre Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The nominees for the UK Theatre Awards 2025 have been announced. The winners will be announced at this year's ceremony, taking place next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!
SACRA/PROFANA Choral Ensemble Unveils 17th Season VALUE UNKNOWN
by Emmy Rice - Sep 13, 2025

SACRA/PROFANA choral ensemble unveils its 17th season under the theme Value Unknown, inspired by mystery, immeasurability and the truths that lie beyond calculation. Tickets available at sacraprofana.org.
Carlos Acosta Will Receive Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award at UK Theatre Awards 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025

Dancer, choreographer and artistic director Carlos Acosta CBE, Director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, will receive the Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award at the UK Theatre Awards 2025.
Acosta Danza Celebrates 10 Years With A Decade In Motion At Sadler's Wells Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2025

Dance legend Carlos Acosta will celebrate the tenth anniversary of his dance company Acosta Danza with a mixed bill in London this autumn. A Decade in Motion, which includes two UK premieres, comes to Sadler’s Wells Theatre.
Review: BLACK SABBATH - THE BALLET at Kennedy Center
by Emily Berger - Jun 7, 2025

This is BRB’s Kennedy Center premiere and a testament to both BRB’s Director Carlos Acosta CBE and the Center for supporting risky endeavors like this that seek to stretch the boundaries of what ballet is and should be. 
Interview: Theatre Life with Carlos Acosta
by Elliot Lanes - May 30, 2025

Today’s subject Carlos Acosta is currently living his theatre Life as the Artistic Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet. He has been in the position since January of 2020. Carlos’ work can be seen at the Kennedy Center in the Opera House from June 4th to the 8th when Birmingham Royal Ballet presents Black Sabbath- The Ballet.
Elmhurst Ballet School Reveals Summer Performance Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025

Elmhurst Ballet School has announced details of its summer run of shows under the umbrella title, Voices & Virtues. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025

Norwich Theatre and Valid Productions have announced the return of their co-production of the critically acclaimed CARLOS ACOSTA’S NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA, choreographed and directed by Carlos Acosta CBE.
Birmingham Royal Ballet's BLACK SABBATH - THE BALLET Will Tour The UK
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2025

After wowing audiences and critics alike with a sold-out premiere in 2023, Birmingham Royal Ballet's hit production of Black Sabbath - The Ballet will commence a UK tour in autumn 2025.
Review: Acosta Danza's CUBAN ECLÉCTICO at The Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater
by Audrey Cahak - May 5, 2025

Acosta Danza’s program Cuban Ecléctico ran in the Eisenhower Theater at the Kennedy Center for just three days, but the show deserved much more stage time, both to receive a greater audience and to refine their performance. 
Carlos Acosta Brings ACOSTA DANZA Back To Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025

Carlos Acosta, Artistic Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet, will bring his Cuban dance company, Acosta Danza back to Birmingham Hippodrome for two nights only in May.
Carlos Acosta's Acosta Danza Returns to The Linbury Theatre With FOLCLOR
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

Former Principal dancer of The Royal Ballet Carlos Acosta will bring his acclaimed Cuban company Acosta Danza back to the Linbury Theatre this February with Folclor, a programme of London premieres celebrating the company's Cuban roots.
International Dance Legend Carlos Acosta Visits Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025

Carlos Acosta was in attendance at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre last night, Tuesday 14 January, to celebrate the performances of NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA, which saw his company Acosta Danza, take to the Grand Theatre stage for the first time.
Video: Doechii Drops Official Video for 'Denial is a River'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 2, 2025

Three-time GRAMMY® Award nominee Doechii views the last few years of her life through the lens of classic sitcoms like “Family Matters” in the official video for “DENIAL IS A RIVER.”
Milton Keynes Theatre Announces Spring Season Lineup For 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024

Milton Keynes Theatre has announced an exciting lineup ofnmusicals, plays and productions for its Spring 2025 lineup.
Birmingham Royal Ballet CEO Caroline Miller Passes Away
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

Birmingham Royal Ballet has shared that their CEO Caroline Miller passed away on Sunday 15 December. Read her full obituary here and learn more about Miller's legacy.
Review: CARLOS ACOSTA'S NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA, Southbank Centre
by Gary Naylor - Dec 12, 2024

Carlos Acosta's touring show is a delightful Christmassy treat

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Carlos Acosta been nominated for?

and Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls.

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