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Dutch National Ballet presents a triple bill of interesting contemporary works that show off the depth of talent within all ranks of the company.

Dutch National Ballet give an exemplary account of a quadruple bill comprised of the late Hans van Manen’s works. It’s a wonderful tribute to the great master choreographer.

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.

The Dutch National's Junior company dazzled in three new works and a Balanchine classic, showcasing the stars of tomorrow.

Dutch National Ballet's second mixed bill at New York City Center ticked all the right boxes, showcasing the depth of talent across the whole company.

Dutch National Ballet returning to New York after more than 40 years should have been thrilling. The opening program, whilst beautifully danced, was somewhat muted.

While Rudi van Dantzig's production of Romeo and Juliet was buoyed by confident dancing and stylised acting, it falters somewhat under its own dramaturgy.

Dutch National Ballet's triple bill, Monument, is a statement on Dutch artistry and ideology. 

An interesting mix of classical, contemporary, hip-hop and cultural choreography graced the stage at the Linbury Theatre for International Draft Works 2025.

Dutch National Ballet give committed performances in Helen Pickett’s latest literary adaptation in a full-length Lady Macbeth.

Dancing Dutch for Dutch National Ballet comprises four different works, not all by Dutch choreographers, which show off the depth and breadth of a company in great shape.

When the director walks four weeks ahead of opening night, Dutch National Opera and Ballet hastily create a searing double bill of classical tragedy. 

Triple bills featuring works by William Forsythe are fast becoming de rigeur. Dutch National Ballet have taken up the challenge and appear to revel in it.

Salvatore Viganò's choreography for Beethoven's 1801 ballet Prometheus has not survived, but a trio of creators put their own stamp on the score in Amsterdam.

Beautiful neoclassical and Baroque dance describes a future full of hope that really hits the spot.

A complete roster of principal dancers appear in a gala full of the joys of spring. 

Dutch National Ballet presents six Hans van Manen creations spanning 40 years of choreography. 

The world premiere of Annabelle Lopez Ochoa's ballet about the legendary Mexican painter Frida Kahlo is unsurprisingly colourful and highly dramatic by design. 

Dutch National Ballet continues its series honouring the great choreographer. 

The short programme of new works choreographed by DNB dancers leaves the audience refreshed with enthusiasm.

Anna Tsygankova is clearly enjoying her part in Forsythe's Pas/Parts 2018, an exposé of the vocabulary of modern ballet.

This Swan Lake is a continued homage to classical female beauty and awe-inspiring dancing. The swans' collective mourning at Siegfried’s betrayal and its consequences are palpable.

Dawson impresses most where the dynamic between utter stillness and his lyrical movements is greatest, and Bryers has composed a beautiful and meditative series of compositions

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.

For a ticket to 19th-century romance, head to Amsterdam, where John Neumeier's story will stir your heart and lift you up.

Sasha Mukhamedov, James Stout and their fellow dancers succeed to drag us off to a romantic tragedy on the British isles on a June evening.

A pulsing one hour and 40 minutes for young ballet and hip hop dance fans.

In the future features exciting works by Juanjo Arques and Hans van Manen, and is the most exciting programme by the Junior Company so far.

Ballet and pop music meet in a new work by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and other exciting collaborations by Ernst Meisner, Hans van Manen and Wubkje Kuindersma

NDT2's triple bill of contemporary ballet that featured works by Marco Goecke, Johan Inger and Alexander Ekman in Alkmaar drew an uneven reception.

The story of Mata Hari is a hot topic, now maybe more than ever, and Dutch National Ballet's strong reprise of Ted Brandsen's 2016 ballet comes at the right time.

As generations of dancers move on and off the stage, working hard for their very short lived moment in the spotlight, we can rest assured that there will be many classic Van Manen pieces in the repertoire for them to dance.

Athletic (modern) classics combined with playful Hans van Manen and romantic Kuindersma make for a great evening. Elisa Badenes and Anna Ol are superb.

Dramatic narrative ballets seem to gain in popularity with the Dutch National Ballet, and although Onegin was no tearjerker star ballerina Anna Tsygankova created some beautiful moments.

Wheeldon’s vocabulary, Ratmansky’s Lyricism, Pastor’s roaring engine and Dawson’s mesmerising planetary roaming little prince Edo Wijnen, make for a happy afternoon. 

Dutch National Ballet proves its innovative tradition of modern ballet with playful, serious, subtle and powerful pieces.

Coppelia's convincing cartoon world with some great dancing by soloists De Jongh and Camargo and comedic genius by Yanowsky.

Dutch summer Romance? Yes, that's a thing. With some virtuoso dancing thrown in for good measure.

Dutch National Ballet's New Moves 2016 edition proves to be a great success. 

Energetic evening to start your summer. You can cut out Dawson's tableaus and frame them on the wall.

The concept of bringing opera and ballet together in an abstract production is interesting, but Sasha Waltz creates a cold universe that fails to convey strong emotions.

There are 44 years between the oldest and newest Balanchine works in this programme which confirmed its timeless beauty and significance today. 

The Junior Company presents a new mixed programme with old and new works, but fails to surprise or exceed expectations.

A stylised and fast paced production that lacks emotional impact, but is saved by the performance of ballerina Anna Tsygankova

Dutch National Ballet presents master choreographer's iconic works Metaforen, Twilight, Two Gold Variations and Live showcasing the choreographer’s inventiveness and the development of his works over the years.

Christopher Wheeldon's Dutch National Ballet production of Cinderella takes a fresh look at Prokofiev's ballet, but the magic comes from Julian Crouch's stunning sets and costumes.

New Moves brings together on stage eleven works by young choreographers of Dutch National Ballet. A mixed evening, with some bright ideas.

Dutch National Ballet closes a vibrant season with Cool Britannia, including exciting world premieres by David Dawson and Christopher Wheeldon and a sensational performance of Wayne McGregor's Chroma.

ISH and the Junior Company succesfully combine two dance styles in one performance. The fascinating contemporary visuals, music and costumes give this fantasy a modern look and feel.