‘We Call It Ballet’ in Liverpool is bestowing a dazzling gift on the city this season. Dressed head-to-toe in glow-in-the-dark costumes, graceful ballerinas reimagine Tchaikovsky’s timeless tale of Sleeping Beauty in sparkling splendour. Pirouettes, pliés and assemblés shine brighter than ever as the famous story of a cursed princess and her 100-year slumber glows under a new light.
On selected dates over the coming months, the Grade I listed St George’s Hall is hosting this shining dance spectacle. Tickets are on sale now but spaces are limited, so make sure you get yours today!
What is “We Call It Ballet”?
‘We Call It Ballet’ in Liverpool breathes new life into a tale that’s been told for over a hundred years. Tutus, tiaras and leotards worn by the talented ballerinas are adorned in hundreds of LED lights. As a result, the captivating choreography in Sleeping Beauty literally lights up the stage. Audiences are taken on a dazzling adventure guided by an all-knowing narrator, mesmerising dance routines and a sprinkle of Tchaikovsky magic.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
Ever since its debut in St. Petersburg back in 1890, the Sleeping Beauty ballet has enchanted audiences inside some of the world’s most prestigious settings. And now, the famous story of a sleepy princess, a vengeful fairy and the cursed spindle of a spinning wheel is coming to light up St George’s Hall, a neoclassical 19th-century landmark bursting with history and charm.
Over the course of 60 minutes, ballerinas twirl, leap and spin to the enchanting sounds of Tchaikovsky’s classical compositions, but these spectacular dance performances are not the only element of this show’s storytelling. Not only do the ballerinas’ ensembles light up on stage, but they also change colour depending on the mood of each scene. Thanks to the talents of the wonderful ballerinas and their colour-changing ensembles, the magic from your favourite fairy tale comes alive in front of your very eyes.
From the creators of ‘We Call It Flamenco’ comes this enchanting spectacle of dance and light. Each ballet show takes place over the course of 60 minutes and doors open 45 minutes before the show’s start time. Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in each section and late entry is not permitted.