NORTHERN BALLET THEATRE

Classical ballet, Dance theatre

SIZE OF COMPANY
88 on the road, including orchestra (some productions can tour with reduced numbers)

SCALE OF VENUE
Large-scale

PERMANENT STAFF
Artistic Director
David Nixon

Chief Executive
Mark Skipper

Finance Director
Judith Hartley

Technical Director/Foreign Touring
Andy Waddington

ARTISTIC POLICY
Northern Ballet Theatre (NBT) aims to create and promote a diversity of repertoire, which not only focuses on entertainment and accessibility but also strives to educate and break new ground, performing to the widest possible audience in the UK and internationally.

REVIEW EXTRACTS
‘Spectacular is the word for Northern Ballet Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’ The Independent

‘Strong, accomplished ballet, with a dramatic edge for a modern audience.’ The Stage (A Christmas Carol)

‘It has something for everyone: flying, fights, suspense, nostalgia and even a whiff of romance… this Peter Pan is a treat for young and old.’ Independent on Sunday

CURRENT PRODUCTIONS
The Nutcracker NBT’s take on this classic ballet title, following the story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince. Music by Tchaikovsky. (120 mins.)

A Midsummer Night’s Dream A quirky adaptation of this bewitching story of quarrelling lovers and fairies. Music by Mendelssohn and Brahms. (160 mins.)

A Sleeping Beauty Tale A modern twist on this classic story. Set on two warring planets. Music by Tchaikovsky. (155 mins.)

Romeo & Juliet Romeo & Juliet’s secret love is discovered and their families’ feuding reaches a dramatic climax. Shakespeare’s ultimate tragedy. Music by Prokofiev. (145 mins.)

FUTURE PRODUCTIONS
Hamlet Hamlet’s mind unravels against one of the most terrifying periods of the 20th century. Music by Philip Feeney. (Premieres spring 2008.)

Tale of Two Cities New commission choreographed by Cathy Marston. Music by Dave Maric. (Premieres autumn 2008.)

WRAP-AROUND
An extensive range of education and outreach work, including visually impaired touch tours.

RECENT INTERNATIONAL WORK
2007 China (Madame Butterfly)
2006 China (La Traviata)
2005 Thailand (Peter Pan)

TOURING AVAILABILITY
Details on request