Ballet Icons Gala 2022 celebrating the 150th anniversary of Sergei Diaghilev
Watch the Ballet Icons Gala Live at London Coliseum
The Ballet Icons Gala is among the most anticipated cultural events in London’s social and cultural calendar. Annually since 2006, the superstars of ballet come together on the London Coliseum stage to celebrate the magnificent art form. Since its first showcase, it has received unbelievable love and acclamation from the patron of ballet. It is a tribute to the beautiful genre of performing arts and its masters of all ages.
Considering its popularity, Ensemble Production—the organiser of the iconic dance extravaganza has once again set the stage to give you the best musical experience you can come across in the entire United Kingdom. The Celebration of Dance, as expected, will feature classical and contemporary ballet performances by the most acclaimed principal dancers from England as well as other parts of the world. Therefore, if you consider yourself a true lover of ballet, this is your chance to witness the best showcase of ballet in your lifetime.
A Living Piece of History
London has a rich history when it comes to ballet. Since the 18th century, the gorgeous dance form has been showcased and has received an overwhelming appreciation from audiences across all walks of life. What started as classy entertainment for the elites at royal courts of Europe eventually found its way to the masses ’ hearts over time. It is lauded for its impeccable aesthetics, sheer grace, and exquisite techniques that evoke a certain sense of awe among enthusiasts.
Even after two whole centuries, the British capital has retained its legacy with the ethereal dance form. Coming a long way from private royal courts, now the country boasts several world-renowned ballet companies as well as notable dancers that won millions of hearts across the globe. Eventually, ballet has set up home in the heartland of British theatre—the West End. Among its many glorious stages. London Coliseum is regarded among the most iconic venues for English ballet. It has been the home of the English National Ballet since 1968. It has continued to host numerous star-studded ballet recitals over the years. Now, imagine watching the stars of ballet performing on the famous stage. This is what the Ballet Icons Gala is about to bring you. So, if you want to witness their greatness, make sure you book your tickets as soon as they are out.
The Star-studded Lineup
Like the previous years, the Ballet Icons Gala will feature some of the best ballet recitals of all time, performed by the masters of the craft. It will bring together some of the greatest contemporary choreographers of our time and performances by the most elite ballet companies. They include the Royal Ballet, Grand Opera Paris, English National Ballet, Bolshoi, Staatsballett Berlin, New York City Ballet, Mariinsky, among others. The Valery Ovsyanikov will follow the event directed English National Ballet Philharmonic Orchestra.