Swan Lake in-the-round - - West End Articles Page 5

Even if you’ve never seen a single production, chances are you’ve at least heard of Swan Lake. Maybe you’re like me and had your first exposure to the story thanks to the 1994 animated movie The Swan Princess.

Connecticut Ballet will present a series of Valentine-themed dance performances in Hartford and Stamford, showcasing a blend of classical and contemporary ballet. The events are scheduled to take place in February 2026, offering a cultural highlight for the season.

Isabella Boylston, principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre, will take maternity leave starting June 2026. She plans to return for the 2026-2027 season.

Merrimack Repertory Theatre will present Kween, a vibrant and heart-forward new work set in Lowell that celebrates queer identity, Cambodian American heritage, and the courage to speak one’s truth.

American Contemporary Ballet will present Balanchine: Twin Masterpieces in Los Angeles, pairing Concerto Barocco and La Source in a single program. The production marks the first time the works have been performed together in the city and the first full-length staging of La Source in Los Angeles in 40 years.

Miami City Ballet will present its 2026-27 season, marking the inaugural season of Artistic Director Gonzalo Garcia. The season promises a lineup of performances characterized by spectacle, beauty, and joy, showcasing both classical and contemporary ballet.

Tanglewood has revealed the details of its 2026 season, opening in late June and continuing to Labor Day weekend. The schedule brings many of the world’s most exciting musicians to the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts.

Producers ROYO and Curve are bringing a brand-new Made at Curve production of the West End and Broadway smash-hit musical comedy LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL on tour! The UK & Ireland tour will be visiting Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 10 – Sat 14 Mar.

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo will embark on a 14-venue tour across the UK and Ireland starting April 30, featuring a unique blend of ballet and humor. Learn more here!

Violinist Martin Chalifour will begin a season-long residency at Sierra Madre Playhouse with The Romantic Violin, presented February 14 and 15, 2026. The former Los Angeles Philharmonic concertmaster will perform works by Tchaikovsky, Bizet, Brahms, Grieg, and others.

Classical Arts Entertainment is on their annual North American tour and stopped by Strathmore on January 17th for a glitzy, glamorous rendition of Swan Lake, where the set pieces, principal dancers, and costumes shone like snow in moonlight. 

During the recent Bridgerton Season 4 premiere in Paris, French dancers Guillaume Diop and Léonore Baulac enchanted attendees with a special ballet performance on the steps of the Palais Brongniart. Watch the performance now.

Kristen Schaal will present a special preview run of her new stage show, The Legend of Crystal Shell. Written by and starring Schaal, Crystal Shell is a story about a sheltered centaur who confronts her horse dad.

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo returns to Popejoy Hall with its signature blend of classical ballet and comedy. The all-male company brings pointe work, parody, and beloved ballet excerpts to Albuquerque audiences. Tickets are on sale now for this Popejoy Presents engagement.

The New York Philharmonic has announced programming for the famed orchestra's debut performance at Radio City Music Hall. Learn more about the upcoming concert here!

An all new trailer has been released for the new UK tour of Legally Blonde the Musical. The musical will tour the UK and Ireland in 2026, opening at Leicester's Curve theatre on 7 February. Check out the video here!

Musical theatre and Tik Tok star, Hannah Lowther will play Margot and Alternate Elle Woods in the new UK and Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. The cast also includes George Crawford, Karen Mavundukure, and more.

Philadelphia Ballet has appointed Thays Golz as Principal Dancer, a promotion made by The Ruth & A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella at the curtain call for the company’s performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker.

The World Ballet Company’s Swan Lake is set to bring one of classical ballet’s most enduring stories to life on stage at Alabama Theatre in Birmingham on April 9, 2026.

Peninsula Lively Arts has announced plans for a Valentine's Weekend of dance, romance and storytelling with Love is Love, a multicultural, multi-company program featuring artists from across the dance spectrum.

Festival Napa Valley will celebrate its 20th anniversary July 4–19, 2026, with a lineup featuring international stars and emerging talent. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

The Greek National Opera is getting ready to welcome its little friends with Isadora Duck, a highly successful musical suitable for the whole family, written and directed by Stella Michalidou, with music composed by Kostas Vomvolos.

Northern Ballet has announced their autumn 2026 tour which will see them stage Milwaukee Ballet’s production of Cinderella, choreographed by Michael Pink. Learn more about the production here!

This holiday season, Ballet Theatre of Maryland will present a world-premiere Annapolis-themed production of THE NUTCRACKER, featuring entirely new sets, costumes, and choreography.

Varna International Ballet is bringing beloved classics Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and, new for 2026, Cinderella, to Bradford Live in January 2026. Learn more here!