balletLORENT

Internationally touring dance theatre company founded by Liv Lorent MBE. National Partner of Sadler's Wells.

[balletLORENT @balletlorent]

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Since 2012, balletLORENT has brought local primary school children into its UK tours as Young Cast members—no dance experience needed.800+ children on stage, 8,000+ in workshops. First theatre experiences, often life-changing.https://t.co/qA5zDRTp4n
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In 2025, we toured Snow White and Snow White: The Sacrifice across the UK, sharing our work with audiences of all ages — at the heart of what we do.
#NationalDanceAwards #Dance #balletLORENT #DanceTheatre
@ace__london @ace_thenorth

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We have been nominated for Best Mid-Scale Company at the 26th National Dance Awards

We’re honoured to be recognised alongside Company Wayne McGregor, National Dance Company Wales, Phoenix Dance Theatre & Scottish Dance Theatre.

[Stan Graham @thestangraham]

Snow White from balletLORENT at Leeds Playhouse. A darker shade of White. https://t.co/UeTKLayDGs @WelcometoLeeds @LeedsBID @balletlorent @LeedsPlayhouse

[The Reviews Hub @TheReviewsHub]

#THEATRE #REVIEW @balletlorent's Snow White @LeedsPlayhouse "testament both to creative innovation within dance theatre and to their unwavering dedication towards inclusivity" ⭐️⭐️⭐️½ https://t.co/NRxkb6BmOc #Leeds

[Donald Hutera @DonaldHutera]

Among @uk_theatre Awards noms is the category Achievement in Dance: @BalletLorent for Snow White & Snow White: The Sacrifice / Natural Behaviour by @thicktightdance / Songs Of The Wayfarer by Claire Cunningham / @Stopgapdance for Lived Fiction.

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Best Worst Dances
Professional performers + the public = joyful, surprising, imaginative moves!
📅 14 & 15 Nov | 📍 John Marley Centre, Newcastle
🕖 Doors & bar 7:15pm | Show 8pm
🎟 £15 / £10 (16–25)

A spotlight on the dances that rarely get shared!

https://t.co/w34zPMEbIm

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Earlier this year, balletLORENT was featured by @PatternPlatform — with words by Arlen Pettitt and photos by Christopher Owens.
A beautiful piece exploring our work and creative life in the North East. 
🔗 Read here: https://t.co/b3DJ2toMSy
#NorthEastCreatives
@ace_thenorth

[balletLORENT @balletlorent]

Earlier this year, balletLORENT was featured by @PatternPlatform — with words by Arlen Pettitt and photos by Christopher Owens.
A beautiful piece exploring our work and creative life in the North East. 
🔗 Read here: https://t.co/b3DJ2toMSy
#NorthEastCreatives
@ace_national

[UK Theatre @uk_theatre]

The nominees for Achievement in Dance are:

BalletLorent for Snow White/Snow White: The Sacrifice

Natural Behaviour by Thick & Tight

Songs Of The Wayfarer by Claire Cunningham

StopGap for Lived Fiction

#UKTAwards

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🎬 #FilmPremiere – #TynesideCinema
Snow White: The Sacrifice
Filmed & premiering in Newcastle!
This dark reimagining of the classic tale is not about innocence—it’s about cruelty, envy & obsession. A dance theatre film.
📅 Tues 21 Oct, 8:15pm
🎟 https://t.co/bZarkilCDL

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Did your child love our Creative Ballet class? Or thinking of trying it for the first time?
We’re back this Sat 6 Sept — first session is FREE!
📷 Creative Ballet for Children (Ages 7–12) 📷
10:15–11:15am | Ages 7–9
11:30am–12:30pm | Ages 10–12
https://t.co/jeeEPNM1wb

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Starting Sat 6 Sept

Creative Ballet for Children (Ages 7–12)

– with professional dancers from a nationally renowned touring dance theatre company.

10:15–11:15am | Ages 7–9
11:30am–12:30pm | Ages 10–12

£5 per class | 🎟 FREE trial available https://t.co/93xXezraYg

[The Crack @the_Crack]

Ballet LORENT are starting Creative Ballet classes from the beginning of Sep at John Marley Centre. For children 7-12yrs on Saturdays. Classes are fun & welcoming - no exams, no uniform, & no pressure. Just a love of moving & storytelling through dance.😍 https://t.co/BNHQpJ8R0R

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✨ Just over TWO WEEKS to go! ✨

Our weekly classes return from Monday 1 Sept– and we can’t wait to welcome you back!

💳 Pre-book online or pay on the door (cash or card) https://t.co/YxrdqwR7zS

🚗 Free on-site parking

balletLORENT – feel good classes for every body ❤️

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– so you can experience the magic from the comfort of home. 📽️ A timeless tale to watch, share, and revisit #TheVelveteenRabbit #balletLORENT #FamilyTime #HeartwarmingStory #MarqueeTV #LoveMadeReal #DanceFilm #FamilyFavourite @MarqueeArtsTV

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A Special Movie Night

This beautifully reimagined film from balletLORENT is a gentle, moving story about love, transformation, and becoming real. Perfect for little ones, grandchildren, or simply a cosy night in with family.

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Originally created for the stage, The Velveteen Rabbit has been brought to life on screen with stunning dance, storytelling, and cinematic beauty – filmed right here in West Newcastle. 💖 It’s now available to stream on Marquee TV, through Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV

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🌟 Last spaces for balletLORENT’s Summer Dance Week! 🌟
🩰 28 July–1 Aug | Ages 7–11
📍 Newcastle | £125/week | £25/day
🕘 Wraparound care available
🎟 Free places & discounts – ask us!
Dance, create, play – no experience needed.
👉 Book now:
#SummerDanceWeek #KidsDance