A perfect introduction to ballet: Northern Ballet’s Ugly Duckling

Northern Ballet’s well-loved ballet for children, Ugly Duckling, is waddling into Aylesbury Waterside Theatre on Mon 1 May.

Ugly Duckling is lonely and fed-up, ignored by those around her who think she is too ugly to fit in. She tries to make friends with fellow ducklings as well as with frogs, cats and even a fox, but realising she is not like any of these animals, she is left sad and alone. Follow the duckling on her journey as she overcomes her troubles and learns to love herself and those around her. This child-friendly 40-minute ballet has been created especially for children and their families to experience live dance, music and theatre together.

Ugly Duckling was the first children’s ballet from Northern Ballet, premiering in 2012. The company has produced eight children’s ballets which have achieved huge popularity live on stage, in CBeebies TV adaptations and in cinemas nationwide. In its third revival since premiering, Ugly Duckling will be performed to music by John Longstaff, played live by members of Northern Ballet Sinfonia at every venue. Sets are designed by Dave Gillan, lighting by Alastair West, and costumes designed by Julie Anderson.

Federico Bonelli, Artistic Director Northern Ballet:

‘Northern Ballet is committed to breaking down barriers to world-class ballet and our unique children’s ballet programme enables children and their families to experience the wonder of live dance, music and theatre at their local theatres across the country.‘

Tickets can be booked at atgtickets.com/Aylesbury*

 *Booking fees apply