Ballet Icons Gala 2026: 20th Anniversary Edition

at London Coliseum
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An opulent tribute to the timeless beauty of ballet, uniting the world’s most luminous stars from its grandest stages to mark the event’s 20th anniversary.

The Ballet Icons Gala returns in full splendour to the stage of the London Coliseum on 15 February 2026 to mark its 20th anniversary - a magnificent celebration of two decades of world-class ballet.

This unforgettable evening will showcase a breathtaking programme of classical and contemporary masterpieces, including world premieres and exclusive anniversary commissions created especially for the occasion.

The Gala will feature a stellar international cast of ballet stars from the world’s most prestigious companies, including The Royal Ballet, La Scala, American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, Berlin State Ballet, Vienna Ballet Theatre, Dutch National Ballet, among many others.

Widely recognised as one of the most exceptional events on the global ballet calendar, the Gala will be accompanied by the English National Ballet Philharmonic Orchestra, adding further grandeur to this landmark occasion.

The Royal Ballet

The Royal Ballet appearing at this event

Internationally renowned classical ballet company based at the world-famous Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. One of the world’s greatest ballet companies, the Company unites tradition and innovation in world-class performances at their Covent Garden home. Their extensive repertory embraces 19th-century classics, the singular legacy of works by Founder Choreographer Frederick Ashton and Principal Choreographer Kenneth MacMillan and a compelling new canon by Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor, Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon and Artist in Residence Liam Scarlett. The Royal Ballet is committed to enriching people’s lives through ballet.

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WC2N 4ES

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on Sun 15 February 2026