AN EVENING WITH
MATTHEW BALL

A rare opportunity to experience Royal Ballet Principal Matthew Ball up close.

This one-hour event blends live dance, revealing conversation, and innovative formats that bring audiences closer than ever to Matthew’s artistry. From his early life in Liverpool to his defining roles at Covent Garden, Matthew shares stories of inspiration, resilience, and passion.

The evening includes exclusive performances featuring Royal Ballet Principal Matthew Ball and special guest performances from Royal Ballet Soloists Mariko Sasaki and Luca Acri, offering audiences an exceptional glimpse into the talent shaping today’s ballet world.

Experience the revolutionary “Walk & Talk” segment, where Matthew narrates his movement step by step, giving rare insight into his process and inner dialogue. Hosted by Royal Ballet Principal Character Artist Kristen McNally, this is an unmissable evening of proximity, authenticity, and artistry — culminating in a 15-minute Q&A with the audience.

TICKETS

£69 - £160

LOCATION

Susie Sainsbury Theatre,

London

14th December

START TIME

Matinee: 4:30PM

LOW AVAILABILITY

Evening: 7:30 PM

LOW AVAILABILITY

DURATION

1 Hour 15 Minutes
(No Interval)

"I've Never Done Anything Like This Before"

- Matthew Ball

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PROGRAMME

The Measure of Things

Piano Sonata 31

Choreographed and Performed by Matthew Ball

Piano by Viktor Erik Emanuel

Composed by Ludwig Van Beethoven

Giselle

Albrecht's Act II Variation

Music by Adolphe Adam

Choreographed by Marius Petipa

Waveform

Music Piano Trio No. 4, 2nd Movement

Performed by Matthew Ball, Mariko Sasaki, and Luca Acri

Piano by Viktor Erik Emanuel

Cello by Joseph Barker

Composed by Antonín Leopold Dvořák

Hosted by Kirsten McNally, Principal Character Artist of The Royal Ballet

Mariko Sasaki, First Soloist of The Royal Ballet

Luca Acri, First Soloist of The Royal Ballet

LOCATION

SUSIE SAINSBURY THEATRE

Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5HT

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