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My First Ballet: Swan Lake Tickets

Peacock Theatre

Opens 16th April

Learn about friendship, honesty and forgiveness in this specially adapted version of Swan Lake for younger audiences. Best for age 3+.

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Introduce your little ones to the enchanting world of ballet with My First Ballet: Swan Lake at the Peacock Theatre, a specially adapted version of Swan Lake for children aged three and up. This show is “exceptional for the young and young at heart” (Seen and Heard International) - don’t get in a flap, book your tickets today!

What is My First Ballet: Swan Lake about?

This child-friendly adaptation of Swan Lake follows the familiar story from a new point of view - following Odile’s perspective and teaching children valuable lessons about friendship, honesty and forgiveness. The evil magician Rothbart has transformed Princess Odette into a swan; only at night can she return to her human form. Will Prince Siegfried break the spell, or will Rothbart's sorcery prevail?

The production is designed to make ballet accessible and enjoyable for young audiences. With a narrator to help children follow the story, a shortened version of Tchaikovsky’s beautiful music, elegant costumes and engaging performances My First Ballet: Swan Lake is the perfect introduction to the joy of live ballet.

Since premiering in 2012, the My First Ballet series has been enjoyed by over 320,000 people, offering a fantastic day out for families. It presents classic ballets in child-friendly formats, introducing these timeless stories to younger audiences.

Who are the cast and creative team of My First Ballet?

My First Ballet: Swan Lake is performed by the talented students of the English National Ballet School, under the artistic direction of Antonio Castilla, English National Ballet’s Repetiteur (or tutor) who also choreographs the production. Castilla was formerly the principal dancer with Ballet de Zaragoza, Ballet Clásico Nacional de España, and San Francisco Ballet, and has also choreographed previous My First Ballet production My First Ballet: Sleeping Beauty.

Swan Lake was composed by renowned Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky in 1875-76, and drew influence from Russian and German folk tales. Initially poorly received, it is now one of the most popular ballets of all time.

Book Tickets for My First Ballet at Peacock Theatre

This magical family experience is perfect for cygnets and swans alike and makes the ideal treat for all the family this Easter. Book your tickets now for My First Ballet: Swan Lake at the Peacock Theatre and create lasting memories today!

Performance dates:
16 Apr 2025 - 27 Apr 2025
Running time:
1 hour and 40 minutes including an interval.
Age recommendation:
Best for age 3+
Audience Notes:
This production contains strobe lighting and haze.

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Performance date: 05 April 2024
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Performance date: 05 April 2024
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Great to have the ballet narrated, even for adults who can’t interpret the subtle nuances of the story. Perfect length for children and twitchy adults

Performance date: 09 April 2024
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