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Reimagined with a darker edge and inspired by Alfred Hitchcock, witness a ballet being turned upside down by Matthew Bourne.
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Subscribe NowWith exquisite movement, sumptuous visuals, and a score that wraps around you like a spell, this Beauty isn’t just a revival but a celebration of what ballet can be—majestic, timeless, and deeply moving.
Director Monica Mason stays true to the original vision while conjuring a fairy-tale world where every set piece is steeped in enchantment. Marius Petipa's 19th-century choreography is beautifully enriched by contributions from Frederick Ashton, Anthony Dowell, and Christopher Wheeldon for The Royal Ballet.
Aurora's journey from innocence to maturity is expressed through intricate choreography that demands both technical mastery and storytelling finesse. The iconic "Rose Adagio," where Aurora greets her royal suitors, showcases breathtaking skill. Equally captivating is the final pas de deux, which brings the ballet to its triumphant close.
Cast & Crew
(Director), (Conductor), (Choreographer), (Orchestra), Christopher Saunders (King Florestan XXIV), Elizabeth McGorian (His Queen), Yasmine Naghdi (Princess Aurora), Matthew Ball (Prince Florimund), Bennet Gartside (Cattalabutte), (Composer)