English National Ballet – The Sleeping Beauty

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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English National Ballet - The Sleeping Beauty

Manchester Opera House, City Centre
23 October-22 November 2025

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English National Ballet - Sleeping Beauty
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Prepare to be awe-struck this November, as English National Ballet sweeps into the Palace Theatre Manchester with their gorgeously grand take on Sleeping Beauty, where fairy godmothers shimmer and curses are stylishly delivered. 

From the glittering pomp of Princess Aurora’s christening, to the seriously jubilant wedding celebration, this version of the well-known fairytale is told with the most incredible theatrical flair. From start to finish you’ll be glued to your seats, with dream-like choreography, stunning sets and insane costumes that could upstage the outfits on Milan fashion week… 

Visually, the show will make you want to cry with joy. Sound wise, you are also in for a treat, as Tchaikovsky’s rich, romantic score played live by the English National Ballet Philharmonic turns every pirouette into something that feels like poetry, and heightens the whole production into an incredible moment that is, quite simply, unforgettable. 

Wicked Carabosse is dramatic, Lilac Fairy is fierce and *that* kiss still happens, so although it’s a bit different, it still contains the familiar story and characters we know and love.

Sleeping Beauty by English National Ballet is for ages 8 and up. It’s a perfect production for ballet lovers and / or storybook dreamers, and also a great way to introduce your little dancer to an amazing, renowned ballet production. Not into dancing so much? It’s still great for anyone in need of a little escapism, or who wants to do something a bit different

So for some serious autumnal magic, head to the The Sleeping Beauty in Manchester this November. 

To find out more about the production, watch the trailer below.

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