Running time: Approximately 2 hours and … The prize was a commission to produce a portrait of Carlos for the Birmingham … Director Carlos Acosta invites you behind the scenes of our Birmingham home to hear about his plans for the coming year, and, in part 2 coming later today, to follow him as he works with dancers in the studios. The world premiere of Ballet Now commissioned choreographer Morgann Runacre-Temple with 2019 Linbury  prize-winning design by Sami Fendall and a new music score to be announced. A very special solo performance by Céline Gittens, Principal Dancer at Birmingham Royal Ballet. Every year 80 children, aged six to eight, showing a natural talent for ballet join Dance Track and are given free weekly ballet lessons taught by Birmingham Royal Ballet staff, as well as free uniforms and ballet shoes. Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Director Carlos Acosta promises entertainment for all ages when he brings an explosion of Spanish sunshine, spectacular dance and vivacious comedy to the Birmingham Hippodrome stage this June. Renowned Czech choreographer Jiří Kylián’s epic and melancholic Forgotten Land, set to Benjamin Britten’s Sinfonia da Requiem completes the programme. Cinderella will be touring to Southampton, Sunderland, Salford, Plymouth, Bristol and Birmingham in early 2021. Taken from last year's Solos and Pas de deux broadcast and the first of four parts, here is Artist Alexandra Burman dancing part of the solo from the pas de quatre in The Sleeping Beauty. From humble beginnings in Cuba to performing on some of the world’s biggest stages, Carlos Acosta has had an incredible career. Das Biopic erzählt von Acostas Anfängen in der staatlichen Ballettschule in Kuba und seinem Aufstieg zu einem der besten Tänzer der Welt. Freefall Dance Company, Birmingham Royal Ballet’s own company of highly gifted dancers with learning disabilities, returns to the Patrick Studio for its annual performance showcase on 12 November 7pm. SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER TO BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN TICKETS GO ON SALE. Birmingham Royal Ballet is committed to supporting and offering creative opportunities for local children and young adults. In brilliant news for Birmingham, international ballet superstar Carlos Acosta will join Birmingham Royal Ballet as Director! image caption Carlos Acosta will take up the role in January 2020. A very special solo performance by Birmingham Royal Ballet Principal Céline Gittens. In 1997, Birmingham Royal Ballet was made independent of the Royal Ballet and ceased to be managed by the Royal Opera House. birmingham Friday February 7, 2020, 5:39 PM Carlos Acosta has been described as the greatest ballet dancer of our time and now he's now taken up a new role as director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet. Carlos Acosta became Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet in January 2020. Evening Standard "Beg, borrow or steal a ticket for Acosta's exhilarating Cuban trip" The Independent "A new company launched with energy and panache" Important Stuff. https://www.facebook.com/bhamroyalballet/videos/242867040545606 1061012, www.atgtickets.com/venues/sunderland-empire, www.atgtickets.com/venues/bristol-hippodrome. International ballet superstar Carlos Acosta brings his critically acclaimed Cuban company to Birmingham Hippodrome.. Opportunity, talent and inspiration are the key ingredients that underpin his vision and ambition for the Company. Speaking of the announcement Carlos Acosta said: ‘Bringing major new works to the stage will forge a new direction for this wonderful company. At the heart of the festival is a mixed bill of electrifying ballet that showcases Birmingham Royal Ballet’s versatility and includes the world premiere of a new duet for Alessandra Ferri and Carlos Acosta by Spanish choreographer and resident at Acosta Danza, Goyo Montero whose work Chacona, set to J S Bach, receives its UK premiere. Opportunity, talent and inspiration are the key ingredients that underpin his vision and ambition for the company. These special programmes provide children with more advanced training to refine their dance technique and are the first step on the long journey to become a professional dancer. Carlos has been appointed as the Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet. Look out for the next part later in the week! Carlos Acosta announces plans for world premieres, classic revivals and brand-new partnerships in his first year as Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet. He will take up his appointment in January 2020. 3320538 | Registered charity no. This will be the first time this vibrant and joyful production will be presented in the UK outside the Royal Opera House in London. All music is performed by Birmingham Royal Ballet’s acclaimed orchestra, the Royal Ballet Sinfonia. Birmingham Royal Ballet is thankful to have been successful in its application to the Cultural Recovery Fund provided by Arts Council England.. Director Carlos A... costa said, 'The Culture Recovery Funding is a life line for the Arts. He will take up his appointment in January 2020. World-renowned ballet dancer Carlos Acosta has been appointed as the new director of Birmingham Royal Ballet. I embrace this responsibility and hope to bring new audiences to ballet by being accessible, by nurturing talent and by creating opportunities to experience and be inspired by this beautiful art-form, in many different ways. Birmingham Royal Ballet is also partnering with two Festivals in 2020, with Wayne McGregor inviting the Company to perform his duet 2Human at Dance@Grange Festival (10 & 11 July 2020). Carlos Acosta had big plans.