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Birmingham Royal Ballet - The Maiden of Venice

Sunderland Empire18 March 2027 to 20 March 2027 (selected dates)

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18 March 2027 to 20 March 2027 (selected dates)

Venue

Sunderland Empire

About the show

Birmingham Royal Ballet brings The Maiden of Venice to Sunderland Empire with Acosta's reimagined La Bayadere and live Minkus score. Book tickets.

Birmingham Royal Ballet - The Maiden of Venice tickets in Sunderland

Birmingham Royal Ballet brings Carlos Acosta's The Maiden of Venice to Sunderland Empire, a reimagining of the 19th-century ballet La Bayadère set in Renaissance Venice. Ludwig Minkus's original score is performed live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia. The production runs approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.

A familiar story in a new setting

Carlos Acosta relocates the narrative of La Bayadère to Renaissance Venice, recasting its central conflict around Admiral Sandro, who returns to Venice having agreed to marry the Doge's daughter. He discovers that Nicoletta, his childhood love, is about to take holy vows. When the two declare their feelings, Bishop Olivolo, himself in love with Nicoletta, overhears them and resolves to destroy Sandro. The source describes the story as one of love, lust, betrayal and murder.

The production retains Minkus's score, performed live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, and includes the Kingdom of the Shades sequence. Designs are by Anna Fleischle.

Practical information for Sunderland Empire

The running time is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. No age guidance is specified in the available information. Yu Kurihara is advertised in the role of Nicoletta.

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.

Venue	Town or city	Dates	Booking status	Tickets
Sunderland Empire	Sunderland	Thu 18 Mar 2027 - Sat 20 Mar 2027	On sale	Book tickets

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Frequently asked questions

Is this a new ballet or a staging of an existing work?

It is a new production that reimagines La Bayadère, a 19th-century classical ballet. Carlos Acosta moves the action to Renaissance Venice while retaining Ludwig Minkus's original score, played live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia.

How long does the performance last?

The production runs approximately 2 hours 45 minutes at Sunderland Empire.

Who designed the production?

The designs are by Anna Fleischle.

Where can I book Birmingham Royal Ballet - The Maiden of Venice tickets?

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Which regional venues are listed for Birmingham Royal Ballet - The Maiden of Venice?

Sunderland Empire: Thu 18 Mar 2027 - Sat 20 Mar 2027.

Who handles my booking?

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Venue

Sunderland Empire

4-5 High Street West, Sunderland SR1 3EX

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Train

Sunderland is the nearest station and sits within a 10 minute walk of the theatre. The Tyne and Wear Metro also serves the city, and travel is free for up to two hours before and after the performance on production of a valid show ticket.

Bus

Bus routes passing the theatre include the 3, 11, 12, 24, 53, 77a, 88, 91, 139, 159 and 453.

Parking

The closest car park is The Bridges multi-storey, although its rooftop level has limited opening hours so it is worth checking before you set off. St Mary's and Riverside car parks are also close by. Blue Badge holders will find limited parking outside the Fire Station near the theatre, along with a drop-off area, and disabled bays on Paley Street, reached by following the one-way system along the left-hand side of the building. Traffic and parking are much busier on match days, so allow extra time.