Disruptors: Tanowitz, Junker, Khan, McGregor
The Royal Ballet and Opera
- Date night
- Great for groups
- Family-friendly
- Date
- Fri, 14 May 2027
- Time
- 19:30
- Venue
- Royal Opera House
- City
- London
- Tickets
- See booking site
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Summary
The Royal Ballet presents a four-part programme of works by choreographers Tanowitz, Junker, Khan, and McGregor at the Royal Opera House.
Why it's fantastic
Seeing these four distinct choreographic voices shared by a single company highlights how contemporary movement is constantly being redefined. It is a rare chance to see how different creative minds push the physical limits of the ensemble through four contrasting pieces in one evening.
Our guide to this performance
What you'll hear
We are presented with a quartet of distinct creative perspectives in this evening of contemporary ballet. The programme is built around four separate works created by Pam Tanowitz, Joseph Toonga, Akram Khan, and Wayne McGregor. Because these choreographers represent such varied schools of thought, you will hear a wide range of musical textures, from rhythmic complexity to more atmospheric soundscapes. The evening is shaped to showcase how the dancers adapt to differing physical demands, moving from the rigorous and technical to the fluid and visceral. You should listen for the way each composer’s score dictates the pace of the movement, and watch how the ensemble’s geometry changes between the four pieces. The full list of musical compositions for these works has not yet been confirmed, but the sequence promises a significant shift in mood and aesthetic with every curtain rise, offering a broad view of how movement evolves in a modern context.
Who's performing
The Royal Ballet and Opera performs this challenging mixed bill at its home in London. The company is internationally recognised for its technical precision and its ability to maintain a vast heritage repertoire while commissioning new works. Based at the Royal Opera House, the ensemble is known for its versatility, housing some of the most disciplined dancers in the world. They frequently collaborate with leading modern choreographers to test the boundaries of classical training. In this performance, the dancers must navigate four unique choreographic languages, demonstrating the breadth of style that defines the company in the twenty-first century.
Planning your evening
The performance takes place at the Royal Opera House in London on 14 May 2027. As a mixed bill consisting of four shorter works, this is an excellent choice if you are new to ballet or prefer a varied evening rather than a single full-length narrative. The total running time has not yet been announced. There is no specific dress code for this venue, though many visitors opt for smart-casual attire. You will find that the breaks between the four pieces provide regular opportunities to reflect on the different styles presented.
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