| Main Performers | Fernanda Oliveira - Odette, Odile,
Emilio Pavan - Prince,
Fabian Reimair - Rothbart
English National Ballet |
| Set List | 'Swan Lake', Tchaikovsky, choreo. D Deane (English National Ballet) |
| Performance Notes | Dancers from English National Ballet perform in Derek Deanes critically acclaimed production of Swan Lake. The production caused a sensation at its world premiere in 1997 and has since been enjoyed by over 500,000 people, captivating audiences worldwide. True love triumphs over evil in this powerful story set to Tchaikovskys memorable score played by the English National Ballet Philharmonic. With 60 swans, stunning costumes and sensational lighting, experience a choreographic kaleidoscope as the Royal Albert Hall is transformed into a magical lake for this unrivalled dance event. From the lakeside seats to the top of the Hall, this in-the-round production of the worlds favourite ballet combines sensational spectacle, compelling drama and touching intimacy. Performances were given in celebration of Dame Beryl Grey's Birthday, the Company's President and former Artistic Director.
Derek Deane - choreography,
Peter Farmer - design,
Howard Harrison - lighting
Lakeside Fine Dining tickets were available for £179 per person which included dining in the Coda restaurant, champagne and a premium Stalls seats.
The Enchanted Sweet Treats Box Hospitality tickets were available for £169 per person (Grand Ter, Loggia, Second Tier) which included box hospitality and a programme.
The White Swan VIP Hospitality tickets were available for £239 per person which included box hospitality, a dedicated box waiter, champagne and a programme.
The performance ran for two hours and 50 minutes, including a pause after Act 1 and two intervals of 20 minutes.
VIP guests at the event included Matthew Morrison (actor), Tracey Ullman (comedian), Caroline Flack (presenter), Bertie Carvel (actor), Gemma Arterton (actress), Olivia Grant (actress), Irene Whilston (costume designer), Arlene Phillips (choreographer), Aisling Loftus (actress), Jacob Anderson (actor), Bianca Jagger (social reform advocate), Natasha Little (actress), and Osiel Gouneo (actor). |
| Related Archival Material | Programme (RAHE/1/2016/41),
Handbill (RAHE/6/2016/30),
Poster (RAHE/2/2016/21) |