The Royal Ballet School returns to the Linbury Theatre’s Next Generation Festival across two nights this June. Artistic Director Christopher Powney has curated a spectacular programme to showcase these young dancers’ remarkable technical skills, artistry and versatility. Expect to see a mix of heritage and contemporary works performed by students ranging in age from 11 to 19. This is a wonderful and rare opportunity to glimpse the rising ballet stars of the future.

The Royal Ballet School is one of the world’s most celebrated centres for classical ballet training. It is the leading classical ballet school in the UK and an international institution, attracting dancers of exceptional potential from across the UK and worldwide. Founded in 1926 by Dame Ninette de Valois, former students include greats such as Margot Fonteyn, Anthony Dowell, Darcey Bussell, and Kenneth MacMillan.

Each year, the School’s graduates make their mark on the world stage in professional careers with The Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet and other leading UK and international companies.

Alongside this, the School sets the standard for the future of classical ballet training with its extensive teacher training programmes. It works to create opportunities for people worldwide to experience and engage with classical ballet, with dedicated in-person and online programmes for dance students, primary school children and the general public.