Northern Ballet Opens New Leeds Season

In just two weeks’ time, Northern Ballet’s new season commences with a programme of high-octane dance presented in the intimate setting of the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Leeds. Northern Ballet’s programme of Three Short Ballets features three contrasting and exhilarating performances of The Kingdom of Back, Powerhouse Rhumba and the world première of For an Instant. Three Short Ballets is on in Leeds for four performances only from 5 – 7 September 2019.

The Kingdom of Back

Choreographed by Morgann Runacre-Temple in her first creation for Northern Ballet, The Kingdom of Back presents a personal portrait of Wolfgang Mozart’s elder sister and musical genius in her own right, Nannerl Mozart. Both humorous and moving, The Kingdom of Back offers a different lens on the world of the Mozart family. Drawing inspiration from the family’s letters, the piece explores the complex relationship between Leopold Mozart and his two prodigious children.

Powerhouse Rhumba

Returning for the first time since its original creation for Northern Ballet’s 40th anniversary gala, Powerhouse Rhumba is choreographed by the Company’s Artistic Director David Nixon OBE. Showcasing the energy and incredible talent of Northern Ballet’s dancers, Powerhouse Rhumba should be a visual feast, full of punch, fusing modern ballet with Latin-American dance and gymnastics in a heart-thumping, music-pumping fiesta.

For an instant

Making his choreographic debut with Northern Ballet, award-winning contemporary dance maker Amaury Lebrun presents the world première of For an Instant. A performance of poetry in motion, evoking the fleeting aspects of life and humanity, be first to witness this exciting new collaboration with Northern Ballet’s versatile dancers. Tickets for Three Short Ballets cost £22.50 and are on sale now, to book visit theatreleeds.com or call the Box Office on 0113 220 8008.