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Stunning debut performances from Jake Roxander and Skylar Brandt in Don Quixote for ABT, made it a night to remember.

The fiery return of Don Quixote as ABT continues their summer season has proved to be a vehicle of excellence for multiple casts, many of whom were making role debuts.

Carlos Acosta's Don Quixote for Birmingham Royal Ballet returned to Sadler's Wells with polished but low-key interpretations across the board.

Norwegian National Ballet gives a marvellous rendition of Natalia Makarova's La Bayadère. Opening night in Oslo was a strong argument for its place in any season, displaying ballet escapism at its best.

José Martínez has envisioned a Don Quichotte that recalls the original 19th century choreography while also acknowledging some of the notable 20th century versions and it's splendid looking.

Dutch National Ballet's new production of La Bayadère does away with the ballet’s problematic gestures and movements, allowing the choreography to truly shine.

The Dutch National Ballet helped shake off those winter blues with a mixed programme that highlighted ballet’s love affair with Latin rhythms and movement.

NYCB has a winning triple bill with its Balanchine + Ratmansky program. Excellent dancing and contrasting works sends the audience home in buoyant mood.

Jamiel Devernay-Laurence’s winning formula for his Ballet Nights series has brought in new and old works, concert and dance, and continues to push the boundaries into 2026.

Splendid and impeccable, endowed with striking virtuosity, the corps de ballet functions both as choir and living scenography, accompanying and sustaining the protagonists. Ma Bayadère in Monte-Carlo is spectacular.

ABT offer some outstanding performances in a classical quadruple bill but there was a lack of confidence and uniformity within the corps de ballet. 

Tetsuya Kumakawa's Don Quixote for K-Ballet Tokyo is a production that promises the audience much enjoyment, with thrilling lead dancers and excellent storytelling. 

Hungarian National Ballet's La Bayadère revitalizes tradition with a new reconstruction of its forgotten final act. 

Two masterworks by Jerome Robbins, Brandenburg and A Suite of Dances, are joined by Wheeldon's steamy After the Rain and Ratmansky's Paquita challenge.

Brno National Theatre Ballet give an authentic Don Quixote indelibly forged in Madrid, offering tremendous dancing in two separate casts.

Kansas City Ballet's first love affair with Don Quixote is a striking and well-danced success.

Ballet of the National Theatre Brno, with guest artists, gave outstanding performances of this update of a great 19th century ballet.

Premiered with Norwegian National Ballet in 2009, this Don Quixote is packed with high energy classical and character roles and is colourful and extravagant.

Artistic Director, Susan Jaffe, reviving the Kingdom of the Shades for ABT’s Fall Season was both a testament to her trust in her company, and also a test.

The Royal Ballet School students shine at their annual matinée at the Royal Opera House showing exceptional talent and versatility.

The Royal Ballet School deliver a promising mixed programme with some truly exceptional individual performances.

Superstar dancer Carlos Acosta's Don Quixote debuts at the National Ballet of Canada, showcasing thrilling dancing in a sumptuous, sun-filled Spanish setting. 

National Ballet of Japan has revived its version of La Bayadère choreographed by former director Asami Maki. Brilliantly performed by strong lead dancers, the Kingdom of the Shades was particularly breathtaking.

A mix of world class performances and interesting new choreography is a bit of a magnet for ballet-goers.

National Ballet of Japan's 2023/24 season opened to a very appreciative audience with Alexei Fadeyechev’s Don Quixote. 

Carlos Acosta's Don Quixote is a dazzling production which stands out for its lack of filler moments. There are no slow crowd scenes, just flat out dancing.

Ballet Nights offers a wonderful variety of dancing and genres. Whatever your preference, there are quality performances to enjoy.

In February 2022, Kyiv City Ballet embarked upon a three week tour of France having finally recovered from scheduling disruption due to COVID, and haven't been back since.

The Australian Ballet's return to London's Royal Opera House after a 35 year absence, proves successful at every level.

A balance of classical, contemporary and folk dance, showed off the versatility of The Royal Ballet School's students at every stage of their training and the results were extremely pleasing.

This Don Quixote reveals the extraordinary depth of talent within Australian Ballet, challenging all ranks of the company and presenting a stellar production.

Don Quixote is a sunny ballet that is impossible not to enjoy, which here provided an evening of great skill and joyful entertainment. 

Carlos Acosta's Don Quixote hits the road with a successful London residency at Sadler's Wells.

In contrast to companies like the Bolshoi, ABT’s Don Quixote comes across as sweet but slight.

Norwegian National Ballet opened its new run of Natalia Makarova’s staging, with Whitney Jensen and Lania Atkins making outstanding impressions as Nikiya and Gamzatti. 

Helgi Tomasson and Yuri Possokhov's restaging of the 1869 Petipa classic brings a sunny smile to faces in San Francisco. 

Carlos Acosta restages his Royal Ballet Don Q in a refreshing revamp for Birmingham Royal Ballet.

Ivan Putrov, who has enjoyed a long career based in London, brings dancers from his homeland for a special London gala. 

Manuel Legris, whom Nureyev appointed étoile in Paris in 1986, presents an evening of Nureyev choreographies in Milan. 

New Year Ballet displayed the versatility of the National Ballet of Japan, from the 19th-century classic Paquita, to three works by Japanese choreographers and David Bintley's “Still Life” at the Penguin Café.

National Ballet of Japan marks a triumphant season opening of Don Quixote with new director Miyako Yoshida, the first ballet performance in 8 months with full seating capacity audience and live orchestra. .

A beautiful performance worth quarantining for as Latvia leads the charge to preserve art and culture. 

An event that will be long-remembered for the importance of the occasion, if not for its content. 

An evening of sparkle and bravura at London's international ballet gala. 

Fiery footwork from Margarita Shrainer and Igor Tsvirko kick life into Fadeyechev’s version of Don Quixote. 

Дон Кто? Лучше всего забыть о Сервантесе, когда речь идет о балете «Дон Кихот», особенно о постановке Алексея Фадеечева трехлетней давности, впервые показанной в театре Ковент-Гарден в 2016

Despite Carlos Acosta's staging of Don Quixote feeling a little tame, The Royal Ballet's star couple dazzles. 

What the young dancers lack in finesse they make up in boisterousness. Sidorova's dance vocabulary seems endless. Kuindersma's Mesmer radiates into the theatre.

San Francisco Ballet's Don Quixote is ultimately a winning production with surprising warmth and heart.

Vivacious dancing and abundant joie de vivre in La Scala Ballet's Don Quixote