English National Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty

Fall under the spell of Kenneth MacMillan’s fairy tale classic. 

The malevolent Fairy Carabosse curses Princess Aurora to 100 years’ slumber, by a single prick of her finger on her 16th birthday. Doomed by fate, only a Prince’s sweet kiss can break the spell and awaken the sleeping beauty. 

The bewitching and dark fairy-tale is brought to life in Kenneth MacMillan’s exquisite production; “a masterclass in classical style” (The Guardian), with “some of the most ravishing steps in the 19th century repertory”. 

Visually stunning with Peter Farmer’s sumptuous set, and elaborate costumes by Nicholas Georgiadis, this gorgeously classical production features Tchaikovsky’s ravishing score played live by English National Ballet Philharmonic.

This revival coincides with the recent anniversary of MacMillan’s death, and follows the Company’s performances of MacMillan’s masterpiece Song of the Earth in the autumn/winter

★★★★★ - The Financial Times

★★★★ - The Independent 

“…ENB’s version of The Sleeping Beauty is hard to beat” The Express 

“…exquisite choreography” - The Guardian

Booking Information

No food or drink purchased off-site including alcohol, soft drinks and water are permitted inside the theatre.

Location

London Coliseum

London Coliseum, 33 St Martin's Lane, Westminster, London, WC2N 4ES

Additional Details & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

There are no exchanges or refunds available after purchase.

How Does It Work

You will receive a confirmation via email, please bring this with you to the venue.  Present the email and booking reference to the box office staff they will exchange for your ticket of admission.  We recommend you arrive a minimum of 30 minutes before the show to collect your tickets and settle into your seats.

Suitable For Children

The venue do not permit children under 5 years old.

Where Do I Go

St Martins Lane, London, WC 4ES

By tube:

Charing Cross (5 minutes walk)

Leicester Square (4 minutes walk)

Covent Garden (7 minutes walk)

Embankment (7 minutes walk)

By rail:

Charing Cross (5 minutes walk)

Waterloo (20 minutes walk)

By bus:

3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176

Reviews

4.4(30 reviews)
  • Ella

    Jun 18, 2018

    Beautiful costumes and music :)

  • Clyde Rodney

    Jun 18, 2018

    Beautiful performance by everyone.Music was outstanding.

  • Sb

    Jun 17, 2018

    An absolutely superb performance with stunning costumes and dancers. Highly recommend.

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