A timeless fairytale and Academy Award-winning movie, The Red Shoes has captivated audiences and inspired generations of dancers with its powerful tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer in the world.
Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a fierce struggle between the two men who inspire her passion.
Matthew Bourne's magical double Olivier Award-winning production of the legendary Powell and Pressburger film is set to a score orchestrated by Terry Davies, featuring the mesmerizing music of golden-age Hollywood composer Bernard Herrmann, with sumptuous designs by Lez Brotherston, Paule Constable, and Paul Groothuis. An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences, The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart.
Double Olivier Award-winning production by acclaimed choreographer Matthew Bourne
Based on the legendary Powell and Pressburger Academy Award-winning film and Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale
Powerful narrative exploring themes of obsession, ambition, and the pursuit of artistic excellence
Mesmerizing score by golden-age Hollywood composer Bernard Herrmann, orchestrated by Terry Davies
Sumptuous production design featuring sets and costumes by Lez Brotherston
Performed at Sadler's Wells, one of London's premier dance venues
Entry to the show
F&B and anything not mentionned as inclusions
Suitable for families with children aged 5 and above.
The venue is wheelchair accessible with a ramp for the entrance and lift access to the performance space
No dress code required; guests may dress comfortably or formally as preferred
Complimentary cloakroom available, but large bags or suitcases should be avoided
Gallery artwork on display is available for purchase; contact venue staff for details
You may not bring food or drink purchased elsewhere.
Under 5s are not admitted to this event. Some scenes may not be suitable for very young children.
This experience/attraction has a non-cancellable / non-changeable cancellation policy: Once booked, the ticket cannot be canceled or modified.