Get closer to Northern Ballet with our supporter events, open exclusively to Patrons, Benefactors, the Artistic Director's Circle, and our London Friends.
To make an event booking, or to access priority booking, supporters will need to log in first. Alternatively contact development@northernballet.com and the team can get you booked in. Make sure to bookmark this page as our events will be continually updated throughout the year!
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Forthcoming EventsAvailable to Patrons, Benefactors and the Artistic Director's Circle
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Founder Feather Trip to our Workshop
Available to our Swan Lake Founder Feather supporters, Artistic Director's Circle and Major Donors
Tuesday 21 July, 2.00pm - 4.00pm.
Annual Dancer Drinks
Available to our Sapphire & Diamond Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Thursday 30 July, from 5.30pm
Northern Ballet, 2 St Cecilia Street, Quarry Hill, LS2 7PA
To RSVP, please email development@northernballet.com
Open Rehearsal Day 2026
Available to our Benefactors and Patrons
Thursday 20 August 2026, from 9.30am
Northern Ballet, 2 St Cecilia Street, Quarry Hill, LS2 7PA
To RSVP, please email development@northernballet.com
Three Short Ballets Opening in Leeds
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Friday 18 September 2026, reception from 6.30pm
Northern Ballet, 2 St Cecilia Street, Quarry Hill, LS2 7PA
Three Short Ballets Opening in London
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Tuesday 29 September 2026, reception from 6.30pm
The Linbury Theatre, 35-36 Bow St, London WC2E 7AU
Cinderella Opening Night in Leeds
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Tuesday 15 December 2026, drinks from 6.00pm onwards
Leeds Grand, 46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU
Wuthering Heights Opening Night in Leeds
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Friday 05 March 2027, drinks from 6.30pm onwards
Leeds Grand, 46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU
Wuthering Heights Patrons Matinee Event
Available for our Patrons
Saturday 13 March 2027, drinks from 1.30pm
Leeds Grand, 46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU
Wuthering Heights Opening Night in London
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Tuesday 04 May 2027, drinks from 6.30pm
Sadler's Wells Theatre, 62 Rosebury Avenue, London EC1R 4TN
Wuthering Heights Patrons Evening in London
Available to our Patrons
Wednesday 05 May 2027, drinks from 6.30pm
Sadler's Wells Theatre, 62 Rosebury Avenue, London EC1R 4TN
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Company ClassAvailable to Patrons, Benefactors and the Artistic Director's Circle
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Northern Ballet Patrons and Benefactors can watch our dancers take their daily class on stage at theatres across our national tour. To join us to watch Company class, please book below. Supporters can book online via the links below or contact the Development team via development@northernballet.com.
Company Class in Bradford
Saturday 05 September 2026, from 11.30am
Bradford Alhambra Theatre, BD7 1AJ
Company Class in Newcastle
Saturday 31 October 2026, from 11.30am
100 Grey St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6BR
Company Class in Norwich
Saturday 21 November 2026, from 11.30am
Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL
Company Class in Leeds
Saturday 19 December, from 11.00am
Leeds Grand Theatre, 46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU
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Events for our London FriendsAvailable to London Friends
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New for 2026, we are delighted to welcome our London Friends to a fantastic series of special events at the theatre.
Three Short Ballets Opening in London
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Tuesday 29 September 2026, reception from 6.30pm
The Linbury Theatre, 35-36 Bow St, London WC2E 7AU
Wuthering Heights Opening Night in London
Available to Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle
Tuesday 04 May 2027, drinks from 6.30pm
Exclusive insight events with Federico Bonelli to be announced soon.
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Events from the past seasonSee below for some highlights across the season!
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Royal Academy of Dance X Northern Ballet: Gentleman Jack Preview Event
Thursday 29 January 2026, for our Artistic Director's Circle and London Friends
Gentleman Jack Insight Evening for our Benefactors
Thursday 12 February 2026, for our Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle Members
World Premiere of Gentleman Jack in Leeds
Saturday 07 March 2026, for our Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle Members
Gentleman Jack Patrons Matinee Event
Saturday 14 March 2026, for our Patrons
Artistic Director's Circle Lunch with David & Federico
Tuesday 21 April 2026, for our Artistic Director's Circle Members and Major Donors
Spring Three Short Ballets Opening Night
Thursday 30 April 2026, for our Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle Members
Benefactors Thank You and New Ballet Launch Event
Thursday 07 May 2026, for our Benefactors and Artistic Director's Circle Members
London Premiere of Gentleman Jack
Tuesday 19 May 2026, for our Benefactors, Artistic Director's Circle and London Friends
Gentleman Jack London Patrons Evening
Wednesday 20 May 2026, for our Patrons
Gentleman Jack Opening Night in Salford
Thursday 04 June 2026, for our Manchester-based Benefactors
Brunch with Tiler Peck at Claridges
Sunday 07 June 2026, for our Artistic Director's Circle, London Friends and Major Donors
Look back at previous events...
Frequently Asked Questions
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I am interested in attending an event but I am currently not eligible to book, how do I sign up?
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You can speak to the Development Team at development@northernballet.com, call 0113 220 8000 or become a Benefactor online here or a Patron online here
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When will I receive my tickets for events at the theatre?
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Unless you request otherwise your tickets will be available to collect an hour before the performance, this will include a confirmation on timings, how to find the venue, and payment details (if applicable).
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Do I have to book online?
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Not at all, Patrons and Benefactors can RSVP for any of the events found on this page by simply emailing Development@northernballet.com or calling 0113 220 8000.
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Do I need an account to use online booking?
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Yes. As a Patron, Benefactor or member of the Artistic Director's Circle you will already have an account set up. If it is your first time using this you will be prompted to set up a password during your first booking. If you have forgotten your password you can follow the prompts to reset it. Any problems reach out to the team at development@northernballet.com or call 0113 220 8000.
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Are any event date and times likely to change?
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As a busy working ballet company all the dates and times are subject to amendment or cancellation. We will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes.
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Some of these dates are a long way off, will we get a reminder?!
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Yes. Approximately six weeks beforehand we will send you your formal invitation which will include more detail than the above. If you have already booked, this email will include a reminder of all the details!
Photos Emily Nuttall and Colleen Mair.
