Northern Ballet

Step inside the studio this August ✨ Become a Patron and enjoy exclusive access to our Open Rehearsal Day 2026 — from Company Class to rehearsals in progress, experience the creative process up close alongside our dancers and artistic team. Join today! northernballet.com/support-us

Protecting the world-class culture at the heart of our communities Almost £130 million will help protect and transform 130 cultural venues, museums, and libraries across England gov.uk/government/new…

“Could not sleep last night. Dozing, hot & disturbed ... a violent longing for a female companion came over me. Never remember feeling it so painfully before ... It was absolute pain to me.” - Anne Lister, 1823 Is it just us, or is it getting steamy in here? 🔥

Curious about the lead character in our brand-new ballet? As part of @lgbthistorymonth you can read our latest blog post and discover more about the remarkable life, loves and legacy of Yorkshire-woman Anne Lister, also known as Gentleman Jack. 🎩📝 northernballet.com/news/2026/02/w…

📣 Big Announcement! Cinderella will be taking centre stage for our autumn 2026 season. Be swept into a world of glittering ballrooms, dreamy duets and laugh-out-loud characters that will have you smiling long before the clock strikes midnight. More info northernballet.com/cinderella

Excuse us whilst we get nostalgic here 🥹 Sena and Yu dance this iconic scene as Barbie and the Nutcracker 💕 @Barbie

Today Northern Ballet has signed the Final Bow for Yellowface pledge. Find out more: northernballet.com/news/2025/11/s…

We’re excited to present our newest inclusive work for this #WorldBalletDay: Access Becomes Art. Our work towards inclusive practice is at the core of Northern Ballet’s ethos and we are committed to making dance as accessible and enjoyable for all. 💙youtu.be/X4HM4dTrFNg

We are currently experiencing problems with the phone lines at our Leeds base. If you need to get in touch please email info@northernballet.com, and if you are trying to book tickets for the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre please visit our website northernballet.com/theatre

Merlin has officially arrived at @GrandTheatreLS1. Take a look at these epic photos of a ballet that’s guaranteed to sweep you off your feet!

We're delighted to announce the launch of its Conducting Fellowship, an exciting new initiative aimed at early-career conductors seeking hands-on experience within a major professional ballet company. northernballet.com/vacancy/2025/c…

Direct from the rehearsal room: Annabelle Lopez Ochoa is officially bringing Gentleman Jack to life! 🎩🌟

✨ WIN ✨ We’ve teamed up with @northernballet and Queens Hotel, Leeds to give you the ultimate night out in Leeds! 💃🏻 Think: dazzling ballet, luxe hotel stay and dinner at Cinnamon Kitchen. Click below for your chance to win 👇🏼 gaydio.co.uk/win-an-unforge…

Looking ahead to autumn, we have exciting changes to our dancer ranks. Led by Artistic Director Federico Bonelli, we’ve introduced six new ranks that better reflect the incredible range of our performing Company. Find out more: northernballet.com/news/2025/08/c…

📣 Off to Grandmother’s house we go! Don't miss Little Red Riding Hood on tour, dancing across the nation throughout spring 2026. 🐺🩰✨ Visit northernballet.com/lrrh to see if Little Red and the not so ‘Big Bad’ Wolf will be coming to a theatre near you.

To find out more and apply, visit: northernballet.com/vacancy/2025/s… Applications close Wednesday 30 July 2025

We are looking for a Stage Technician to assist in the efficient running of the Stage Department. The successful applicant will be responsible for assessing and implementing all rigging, flying, and lifting operations within the Technical Department.

The successful applicant will be responsible for assessing and implementing all rigging, flying, and lifting operations within the Technical Department.

We are looking for a Stage Technician to assist the Head of Stage and Deputy Head of Stage in the efficient running of the Stage Department. To find out more and apply, visit northernballet.com/vacancy/2025/s…

📢 We're hiring! We're looking for a Management Accountant to support our Finance Director with management accounts, budgets, and forecasts. Join us and help shape our future. 📍 Apply now: northernballet.com/vacancies