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Ballet Icons Gala 2025 was the 19th since its inception. One can only applaud the dedication of Olga Balakleets, Founder and Artistic Director, for bringing many of the world’s most eminent dancers.

A shimmering smorgasbord of some of today’s most exciting international dancers, who performed pristine works by Petipa.

Even within a line-up boasting some of the greatest international stars from across the world, it is the youngest couple, making their UK debuts, who captivate the audience.

McGregor's new creation for the Milanese company imagines Les Noces as a sequel to his take on The Rite of Spring.

The first Fracci Gala at the Teatro alla Scala celebrates the memory and the stature of a child of the house, who not always considered so in life. 

Balanchine’s sparkling ballet reveals Manuel Legris’ vision for the Milanese company. 

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

A performance of Giselle that was touched by the teaching of one of its greatest exponents, Carla Fracci.  

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

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