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14 to 17 October 20261 hour 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval
Running time
1 hour 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval
Venue
Sadler's Wells, London
Category
Off-West End
About the show
Ballet Black celebrates its 25th anniversary at Sadler’s Wells, 14 to 17 October 2026, with Ingoma and a new work by Hope Boykin.
Ballet Black 25 brings an anniversary double bill to Sadler's Wells from 14 to 17 October 2026. The programme pairs Mthuthuzeli November's Ingoma with Hope Boykin's new …all towards hope.
About the programme
Ingoma takes inspiration from the 1946 South African miners' strike. Boykin's commission marks the company's anniversary and her UK choreographic debut.
Twenty-five years of Ballet Black
Cassa Pancho founded Ballet Black in 2001 to create opportunities for Black and Asian ballet dancers. Commissioning new choreography has remained central to the company's work, giving artists a platform to develop distinctive stories and approaches to classical dance.
Dates and tickets
Performances start at 7.30pm. The running time is approximately 90 minutes, including a 20-minute interval. Check the official Sadler's Wells listing for current audience advice.
Production photograph: ASH.
Performance schedule
Wednesday to Saturday at 7.30pm
Cast & Creatives
Full cast & creativesCompany founder
Cassa Pancho
Choreographers
Mthuthuzeli November (Ingoma) and Hope Boykin (…all towards hope.).
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ballet Black 25 in London?
At Sadler’s Wells from 14 to 17 October 2026.
How long is Ballet Black 25?
Approximately 90 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.
Cancellation policy. These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Venue
Sadler's Wells, London
Tube
Angel
Train
Old Street, St Pancras
Bus
19, 38, 341
Parking
Bowling Green Lane (24hr car park). On-street parking in Hardwick Street.
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