Northern Ballet’s Merlin at Leeds Grand Theatre

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Northern Ballet's Merlin at Leeds Grand Theatre
Image courtesy of Northern Ballet.

Northern Ballet's Merlin at Leeds Grand Theatre, Leeds 9 — 20 November 2021 Tickets from £20.00 — Book now

Northern Ballet bring a new production inspired by the story of the mythical wizard, Merlin. A sweeping epic adventure of hope and heartbreak…and a dash of magic.

Inventive and bold, Northern Ballet are one of the UK’s leading ballet companies. Embracing popular culture and taking inspiration from other art forms like literature, opera and the classics, the company consistently look for new ways to tell stories through movement. Blending a strong classical ballet style with contemporary dance and storytelling, Northern Ballet’s Merlin promises to be a visually stunning production, packed with magic and charm.

Choreographed by Olivier award-winning Drew McOnie (Broadway’s King Kong and Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom), audiences can expect an enchanting spectacle as Northern Ballet deliver their unrivalled blend of classical ballet and dramatic storytelling at Leeds Grand Theatre.

Northern Ballet's Merlin at Leeds Grand Theatre, Leeds 9 — 20 November 2021 Tickets from £20.00 Book now

Performances

Date
Time
Session Features
9 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
10 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
11 November 2021
2:00pm — 12:00am
11 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
12 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
13 November 2021
2:00pm — 12:00am
13 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
14 November 2021
4:00pm — 12:00am
14 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
16 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
17 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
18 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
19 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am
20 November 2021
2:00pm — 12:00am
20 November 2021
7:00pm — 12:00am

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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