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Scottish Ballet – Cinders!

Theatre Royal Glasgow
30 December 2026 to 16 January 2027 (selected dates)

About the show

Scottish Ballet's Cinders! at Theatre Royal Glasgow: Hampson's Cinderella retelling with variable romantic casting and live Prokofiev. Book tickets.

Scottish Ballet – Cinders! tickets in Glasgow

Scottish Ballet brings its playful retelling of the Cinderella story, Cinders!, to Theatre Royal Glasgow, with Prokofiev's score performed live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra. Choreographed by Christopher Hampson CBE and designed by Elin Steele, this revival expands the production's casting possibilities, making the central romance variable from performance to performance.

The story and its setting

The action unfolds in a family-run emporium at the turn of the twentieth century. When tragedy leaves Cinders orphaned, control of the shop passes to the formidable Mrs Thorne, whose three unpleasant children transform the once-cherished store into something altogether more gaudy. The announcement of a Royal Ball sends the Thorne household into comic disarray, while Cinders finds solace in an enchanted rose garden before being transformed in time for the event.

Costumes and sets are by Elin Steele, with video design by Hayley Egan and lighting by Lawrie McLennan.

What makes this revival different

The production's most distinctive quality is its variable casting of the central romance. On some nights Cinders is a woman paired with a Prince; on others, a man paired with a Princess. This revival introduces additional pairings: certain performances place a male Cinders alongside a Prince, or a female Cinders alongside a Princess.

Casting details can be made available in advance for those who wish to know, though the company suggests experiencing the surprise as part of the production itself.

Access performances

Theatre Royal Glasgow lists an audio-described performance with a preceding touch tour. Confirm the designated date and booking arrangements with the venue.

Dates, venues and booking links

These are the dates listed by ATG as checked on 21 September 2026. A date range may contain selected performances, rather than a show every day. Open your chosen venue link for exact times, seats and current prices.

VenueTown or cityDatesBooking statusTickets
Theatre Royal GlasgowGlasgowWed 30 Dec 2026 - Sat 16 Jan 2027On saleBook tickets

Choosing your tickets

Start with the venue and date that suit your trip, then compare the seats offered by ATG. Check the final total, any restricted-view information and the ticket conditions before paying. Availability and prices can change; the listed run dates do not guarantee seats for every performance.

Plan your theatre visit

Our venue guides cover getting there, seating and access information: Theatre Royal Glasgow. If you need accessible seating or an assisted performance, check the arrangements for that venue and date with ATG before booking.

Tickets are sold by ATG Tickets, which handles checkout and booking support. British Theatre may earn a commission from the affiliate links on this page.

Frequently asked questions

Will the casting of Cinders be the same at every performance?

No. The production deliberately varies across performances: Cinders may be a woman with a Prince, a man with a Princess, a male Cinders with a Prince, or a female Cinders with a Princess. Scottish Ballet can provide casting details in advance on request.

Is the music performed live?

Yes. Sergei Prokofiev's score is performed live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra.

What access provision is available at Theatre Royal Glasgow?

Theatre Royal Glasgow lists an audio-described performance with a preceding touch tour. Confirm the designated date and booking arrangements with the venue.

Where can I book Scottish Ballet – Cinders! tickets?

Choose a venue from the dates table and follow its ATG Tickets link. You can then check performance times, available seats and the total price before paying.

Which regional venues are listed for Scottish Ballet – Cinders!?

Theatre Royal Glasgow: Wed 30 Dec 2026 - Sat 16 Jan 2027.

Who handles my booking?

ATG Tickets sells the tickets and handles checkout, ticket delivery and booking support. British Theatre may earn a commission from these links.

Venue

Theatre Royal Glasgow

282 Hope St, Glasgow G2 3QA

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Train

Glasgow Queen Street is the nearest railway station to the theatre. Check ScotRail for service updates and travelinescotland.com for wider travel options before you set out.

Bus

Glasgow city centre bus services run close to Hope Street. Full timetables and the latest service information are available from First Bus Greater Glasgow.

Parking

The theatre encourages visitors to travel by public transport where possible. There is no on-street parking nearby, and the closest car park is Cambridge Street, around 200m away, which has a number of Blue Badge bays. ATG customers can also get a 15% discount on pre-booked Q-Park parking.

Theatre Royal Glasgow seating levels: stage, then Stalls, Dress Circle, Upper Circle, Balcony

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