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Next Generation Festival 2026

11 June–5 July 2026

Next Generation Festival 2026

11 June–5 July 2026

Next Generation Festival 2026

11 June–5 July 2026
Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance

Watch the future stars of ballet and dance.

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A ballet dancer wearing nude leggings decorated with gold sequins at the waistband launches themselves into the air – their right knee is bent behind their left leg which points out straight, their arms are stretched outwards creating a T shape and their head is turned towards their shoulders. They are jumping in front of a red brightly lit square which creates a dark shadow on the whole stage.   
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Get to know the dancers of tomorrow, from junior companies and dance schools across the world.

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Background

Next Generation Festival is a fantastic chance to get to know the young dancers of today. Expect performances by a selection of junior companies and dance schools from the UK, across Europe and around the world. Celebrating both national and international talent, witness the diversity and range of performing talent globally and be a part of the art form’s vibrant future. 

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