Ballett Zürich Welcome

BRANDON LAWRENCE WINS BRITISH DANCE AWARD 2024 1. Soloist Brandon Lawrence, who joined Ballett Zurich in the 23/24 season together with ballet director Cathy Marston, is awarded with the prestigious British Dance Award in the category Best Male Dancer Classic. +++ DANCE PROJECT «DIE SCHULE TANZT» For three years now, Ballett Zürich accompanied students from a public school in Zurich and made dance a part of everyday life for hundreds of students. In June, their first performances were presented at the Schule im Birch. +++ STUDENTS FROM TANZAKADEMIE ZURICH DANCING PAS DE DEUX FROM CATHY MARSTON In this year’s performance of «Curtain up», students from Tanzakademie Zurich performed a Pas de deux from Cathy Marstons work «Hamlet» on July 6 at Opernhaus Zürich +++ COLLABORATION ETH ZURICH AND BALLETT ZURICH The premiere of «The Butterfly Effect» in the 24/25 season is accompanied by the Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zurich. Scientists will be in exchange with dancers and choreographers on topics like protecting nature, sustainability and climate change.

Discussion Series

ZURICH TALKS DANCE

Three Zurich dance institutions have joined forces to offer fans deeper insights into this multifaceted stage art under the title ZURICH TALKS DANCE. This discussion format offers an opportunity for public exchange on artistic, professional and pedagogical issues in the ballet world. In a wide variety of settings, including talk shows, interviews and online events, the public can learn more about the lives and work of dancers, choreographers, ballet teachers and other creatives in the dance world, as well as meet top dance professionals.

The ballet classic from a slightly different perspective: the evil fairy as a wounded, vulnerable individual; Dornröschen (Sleeping Beauty) in the middle of the difficult process of growing up.

Conductor: Robertas Šervenikas
Choreography: Christian Spuck
Ballett Zürich
Junior Ballett
Philharmonia Zürich

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Ballett Zürich Welcome

Even after more than 180 years, Giselle has lost none of its mystique – not least thanks to Adolphe Adam’s imaginative and catchy music.

Giselle

2024 marks the 150th anniversary of Hans Christian Andersen’s death. To mark the occasion, the Ballett Zürich will immerse itself in the author's fairytale worlds.

Of Light, Wind and Waters

The Junior Ballett, which is synonymous with the future of dance, will explore the «Butterfly Effect» in its new ballet evening.

The Butterfly Effect

Three of the most important contemporary choreographic styles come together in this three-part ballet performance, with technically brilliant «Signature Pieces» by Pite, McGregor and Forsythe.

Autographs

This three-part ballet evening delves into the world of the ‘50s and ‘60s with a wealth of interwoven references.

Countertime

Can guilt ever fade? In her first new creation for the Ballett Zürich, Cathy Marston transfers the action of the novel «Atonement» to the world of ballet.

Atonement

Last season, the dance prizes went to Esteban Berlanga and Inna Bilash. Inara Wheeler and Marti Gutiérrez Rubi were honoured in the category Junior Ballet. The Dance Award Ceremony 24/25 will take place on Friday June 27 2025 in the Opera House.

Dance Prize

What's on

Discussion Series

ZURICH TALKS DANCE

The ballet classic from a slightly different perspective: the evil fairy as a wounded, vulnerable individual; Dornröschen (Sleeping Beauty) in the middle of the difficult process of growing up.

Now on DVD!

Ballett Zürich Welcome

Even after more than 180 years, Giselle has lost none of its mystique ­– not least thanks to Adolphe Adam’s imaginative and catchy music.

Giselle

2024 marks the 150th anniversary of Hans Christian Andersen’s death. To mark the occasion, the Ballett Zürich will immerse itself in the author's fairytale worlds.

Of Light, Wind and Waters

The Junior Ballett, which is synonymous with the future of dance, will explore the «Butterfly Effect» in its new ballet evening.

The Butterfly Effect

Three of the most important contemporary choreographic styles come together in this three-part ballet performance, with technically brilliant «Signature Pieces» by Pite, McGregor and Forsythe.

Autographs

This three-part ballet evening delves into the world of the ‘50s and ‘60s with a wealth of interwoven references.

Countertime

Can guilt ever fade? In her first new creation for the Ballett Zürich, Cathy Marston transfers the action of the novel «Atonement» to the world of ballet.

Atonement

Last season, the dance prizes went to Esteban Berlanga and Inna Bilash. Inara Wheeler and Marti Gutiérrez Rubi were honoured in the category Junior Ballet. The Dance Award Ceremony 24/25 will take place on Friday June 27 2025 in the Opera House.

Dance Prize

What's on

Discussion Series

ZURICH TALKS DANCE

The ballet classic from a slightly different perspective: the evil fairy as a wounded, vulnerable individual; Dornröschen (Sleeping Beauty) in the middle of the difficult process of growing up.

Now on DVD!

Even after more than 180 years, Giselle has lost none of its mystique – not least thanks to Adolphe Adam’s imaginative and catchy music.