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Esplanade Presents

Dance

The Royal Ballet Gala

(UK)

26 Jun 2026, Fri, 8pm

27 Jun 2026, Sat, 3pm & 8pm

28 Jun 2026, Sun, 3pm

Approx. 2hrs 15mins

(Intermission: 1x 20mins)

Esplanade Theatre

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Matthew Ball; Photo credit: Andrej Uspenski
Melissa Hamilton; Photo credit: Andrej Uspenski
Ryoichi Hirano; Photo credit: Bill Cooper
Fumi Kaneko and Vadim Muntagirov
Cesar Corrales and Francesca Hayward; Photo credit: Andrej Uspenski
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Update

Due to an injury, Steven McRae will no longer be performing in The Royal Ballet Gala. Please refer to the updated list of programmes and cast below.

Synopsis

The wait is over! After 21 years since their last visit to Singapore, one of the world’s greatest ballet companies, The Royal Ballet, returns in June 2026 with The Royal Ballet Gala.

 

This is not an ordinary ballet gala—specially produced and performed by The Royal Ballet itself, this gala’s dazzling programme of classical and contemporary works showcases the full creative range of the Company’s repertory, brought to life by the extraordinary virtuosity and artistry of its celebrated dancers.

 

Led by Director Kevin O’Hare, The Royal Ballet’s illustrious reputation centres on its theatrical brilliance and versatility, embracing both tradition and innovation, which will be reflected in the gala’s mix of 19th century classical ballet excerpts such as Swan Lake and works by the Company’s associated choreographers past and present, including Frederick Ashton, Kenneth MacMillan, Wayne McGregor and Christopher Wheeldon.

 

This Gala will be especially curated for Singapore audiences and will include over 30 dancers from The Royal Ballet, including the following principals:

  • Matthew Ball 

  • Cesar Corrales

  • Melissa Hamilton

  • Ryoichi Hirano

  • Fumi Kaneko

  • Vadim Muntagirov

  • Marianela Nuñez

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to see The Royal Ballet live in Singapore!

 

The Royal Ballet Gala is presented as part of da:ns focus – Ballet by the Bay, a ballet lovers’ weekend of classics and neo-classical works.

 

Note: All dancers are scheduled to perform in all four shows. Each show’s programme is the same, however, dancers may be cast in different roles. Please note that programmes and casting are subject to change without prior notice due to illness or injury.

Advisory:

This performance may include the use of smoke, haze, flashing lights and loud music.

Admission Age:
6 and above.
Things to Note:
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Programme

SWAN LAKE PAS DE QUATRE ACT III
Choreography by Frederick Ashton
Music by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Dancers:
26 & 27 Jun, 8pm: Sae Maeda, Chisato Katsura, Daichi Ikarashi, Taisuke Nakao
27 & 28 Jun, 3pm: Sumina Sasaki, Amelia Townsend, Harrison Lee, Martin Diaz

 

SWAN LAKE ACT II PAS DE DEUX
Choreography by Lev Ivanov
Music by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Claire Calvert, Lukas Brændsrød

 

BORDERLANDS
Choreography by Wayne McGregor
Music by Joel Cadbury, Paul Stoney
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Akane Takada, Calvin Richardson

 

US
Choreography by Christopher Wheeldon
Music by Keaton Henson
Dancers:
26 Jun, 8pm: Matthew Ball, Joseph Sissens
27 Jun, 3pm: Matthew Ball, Joseph Sissens
27 Jun, 8pm: Marco Mascari, Joshua Junker
28 Jun, 3pm: Matthew Ball, Joseph Sissens

 

GISELLE PAS DE DEUX ACT II
Choreography by Marius Petipa after Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot
Music by Adolphe Adam
Dancers:
26 Jun, 8pm & 27 Jun, 3pm: Francesca Hayward, Cesar Corrales
27 Jun, 8pm & 28 Jun, 3pm: Fumi Kaneko, Vadim Muntagirov

 

LE CORSAIRE
Choreography Marius Petipa
Music by Riccardo Drigo
Dancers:
26 Jun, 8pm & 27 Jun, 3pm: Fumi Kaneko, Vadim Muntagirov
27 Jun, 8pm & 28 Jun, 3pm: Francesca Hayward, Cesar Corrales

 

THE DANCE OF THE BLESSED SPIRITS
Choreography by Frederick Ashton
Music by Christoph Willibald Gluck
Dancers:
26 & 27 Jun, 8pm: William Bracewell
27 & 28 Jun, 3pm: Reece Clarke

 

SPELLS
Choreography by Joshua Junker
Music by Nils Frahm
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Amelia Townsend, Lukas Brændsrød, Marco Masciari, Chisato Katsura, Madison Bailey, Sumina Sasaki, Calvin Richardson, Taisuke Nakao

CHROMA
Choreography by Wayne McGregor
Music by Joby Talbot, Jack White III
Orchestration by Christopher Austin
Dancers:
26 & 27 Jun, 8pm: Joseph Sissens, Marco Masciari, Taisuke Nakao
27 Jun, 3pm: Joshua Junker, Daichi Ikarashi, Martin Diaz
28 Jun, 3pm: Joseph Sissens, Marco Masciari, Taisuke Nakao

 

DIAMONDS FROM JEWELS
Choreography by George Balanchine
Music by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Sarah Lamb, Reece Clarke

 

WINTER DREAMS PAS DE DEUX
Choreography by Kenneth MacMillan
Music by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Arrangement by Phillip Gammon
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Melissa Hamilton, Ryoichi Hirano

 

LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE PAS DE DEUX ACT I
Choreography by Frederick Ashton
Music by Ferdinand Hérold
Arrangement and Orchestration by John Lanchbery
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Anna Rose O’Sullivan, Marcelino Sambé

 

NEW WORK (World Premiere)
Choreography by Matthew Ball
Music by Jean Sibelius
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Mayara Magri, Matthew Ball

 

LE TRAIN BLEU
Choreography by Bronislava Nijinska
Music by Darius Milhaud
Dancer:
26 – 28 Jun: Daichi Ikarashi

 

MANON BEDROOM PAS DE DEUX
Choreography by Kenneth MacMillan
Music by Jules Massenet
Orchestration by Martin Yates
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Lauren Cuthbertson, William Bracewell

 

TCHAIKOVSKY PAS DE DEUX
Choreography by George Balanchine
Music by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Dancers:
26 – 28 Jun: Marianela Nuñez, Patricio Revé

Artist Information

The Royal Ballet

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The Royal Ballet is one of the great ballet companies of the world. Under the leadership of Director Kevin O’Hare, grand balletic tradition and an illustrious heritage are united with innovation, daring and exceptional standards of artistry, creativity and stagecraft to produce supreme theatre. It is a beacon in the cultural life of Britain and a driving force behind the development of ballet as an artform. From the Company’s base at the Royal Opera House in London’s Covent Garden, today’s most dynamic and versatile dancers come together with a world-class orchestra and leading choreographers, composers, conductors, designers and creative teams to share an awe-inspiring theatrical experience with diverse audiences worldwide.

 

The Company’s commitment to enriching people’s lives through ballet is reflected in the deep relationships it forges through digital and learning platforms and international touring. The extensive repertory of The Royal Ballet follows a unique trajectory from 19th century classics to the singular legacy of works by Founder Choreographer Frederick Ashton and Principal Choreographer Kenneth MacMillan, and the compelling new canon of work by Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor and Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon. Along with innovative commissions and choreographic initiatives across the main stage and Linbury Theatre, and strong links with The Royal Ballet School, the Company continues to refresh and surprise.

Date & Time

26 Jun 2026, Fri

8pm

Esplanade Theatre

27 Jun 2026, Sat

3pm

Esplanade Theatre

8pm

Esplanade Theatre

28 Jun 2026, Sun

3pm

Esplanade Theatre
Tickets & Prices
Standard

Students, NSFs & Seniors
(Limited)

 PWD
Cat 1 $200 - $68
Cat 2 $170 - $68
Cat 3 $140 - $68
Cat 4 $100 $85 $68
Cat 5 $80 $68 $68

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Ticketholders to The Royal Ballet Gala can enjoy 25% savings to The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal. Limited capacity; discount available only as an add-on option when you purchase tickets to The Royal Ballet Gala.

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All Primary and Secondary Schools, Junior Colleges / Centralised Institute & ITEs may use the Tote Board Arts Grant to subsidise up to 50% of the programme cost.

 

For more details, please contact Esplanade Box Office at 6828 8389 or email boxoffice@esplanade.com.

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For every 20 student tickets purchased per performance, one complimentary teacher ticket will be issued.

 

The complimentary offer is only available for purchases made in a single transaction for the same show title.

 

For Homeschool Community and International Schools, to make a booking or an enquiry, please contact Esplanade Box Office at 6828 8389 or email boxoffice@esplanade.com.

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