
PILLARS & PIONEERS
APRIL 1ST
The London sensation, Ballet Nights, returns for another unmissable programme in the ballet calendar, featuring world-class dancers, emerging artists, modern masterpieces, new creations, legacy works and live music at the iconic Cadogan Hall, London.
The first London programme in 2025 celebrates legends of dance alongside important new voices making work today, continuing the new tradition of uniquely compèred evenings of Classical Ballet, Neo Classical & Contemporary Dance presented up close and without compromise.
FEATURING
MATTHEW BALL & MAYARA MAGRI
Principals of The Royal Ballet
VICTOR CAIXETA
Former Principal of Dutch National Ballet and World Star
MARA GALEAZZI
Legend of The Royal Ballet
RICHARD ALSTON’S “ROUGHCUT”
Legendary British Contemporary Dance Choreographer
BALLETX
UK Debut of Philadelphia’s Premier Contemporary Ballet
MICHAEL BOCHMANN
Virtuoso Violinist & Music Education Entrepreneur
VIKTOR ERIK EMANUEL
Ballet Nights House Concert Pianist
AGENDA
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
DOORS & BALLET NIGHTS BACKSTAGE BAR OPEN
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
BALLET NIGHTS 007
"PILLARS & PIONEERS"
9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
POST SHOW BARS OPEN & MEET THE ARTISTS
*MEET & GREET FOR VIP TICKET HOLDERS
DIRECTIONS
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PROGRAMME 007
PROGRAMME
PART I
Devil’s Staircase
Composer György Ligeti
Performed by Viktor Erik Emanuel
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Black Swan Variation
Performed by Sienna Going
Choreographed by Marius Petipa
Composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Star of Ballet Nights Brisbane
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Echo Echo
Danced by Dancers of Scottish Ballet
Choreographed by Madeline Squire
Music By Caleb Arredondo
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Safe From Sleep
Danced by Mara Galeazzi
Choreographed by Marco Pelle
Composer Arvo Part
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Roughcut
Danced by Rambert School
Choreographed by Richard Alston
Composed by Steve Reich
Costume Design Tim Hatley
Lighting Design Peter Mumford
With thanks to Rambert School
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ABC
Performed by Victor Caixeta
Choreographed by Eric Gauthier
PART II
Dance of the Goblins
Performed by Michael Bochmann MBE
& Viktor Erik Emanuel
Composer Antonio Bazzini
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Death of The Bachelors (Excerpts)
Choreographed & Performed by BLACBRIK
Dancers Nahum McLean & Darius Drooh
Music by James Brown & Sam Cooke
Lighting Design by Joshie Harriette
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Bach Reimagined
Choreographed & Performed by James Wilton & Sarah Jane Taylor
Composed by Raphael Weinroth Browne
Cello Raphael Weinroth Browne
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Big Ones (Extracts)
Performed by Francesca Forcella & Jared Kelly
Choreographed by Trey McIntyre
Music By Amy Winehouse
Costume by Reid And Harriet
Lighting by Drew Billiau
With thanks to BalletX for their London Debut
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(Re)Current
Danced by Mayara Magri & Matthew Ball
Choreographed by Matthew Ball
Composed by Jean Sibelius
With thanks to the Royal Ballet
Compere
Jamiel Devernay Laurence
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VIP TICKET
The VIP ticket includes prime central Stalls seats, pre- and post-show fizz, exclusive access to The Ballet Nights Lounge with seating, and an intimate ‘Meet & Greet’ with the artists away from the crowds.
Enjoy a personal welcome from your host and compère between 6:30 – 6:45pm, access to event photography with downloadable images within a week, and the opportunity to network with fellow dance enthusiasts and leading figures in the industry.

KEY VIP PERKS
Prime Central Stalls Seating | The best views in the house.
Pre & Post-Show Fizz | Enjoy a glass of fizz before and after the performance.
Personal Greeting from Your Host & Compère | Arrive between 6:30 - 6:45pm for an exclusive welcome.
Access to The Ballet Nights Lounge | A comfortable, stylish space with seating.
Intimate Meet & Greet with the Artists | Connect with the performers away from the crowds.
Professional Event Photography | Exclusive access to event photos within a week.
Networking Opportunities | Mingle with fellow dance enthusiasts and leading figures in the industry.
Support the Artists | Your VIP ticket directly contributes to the performers on stage.
Invitation to the Post-Show Celebrations at The Botanist | Extend the night with fellow guests and artists.


DISCOVER BALLET NIGHTS
EVENINGS WITH STARS | UP CLOSE & WITHOUT COMPRIMISE
