Carlos Acosta’s joyful explosion of Spanish sunshine, spectacular dance and vivacious comedy.

Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Director, Carlos Acosta, promises entertainment for all ages in this revival of his production of this 19th-century masterpiece.

Don Quixote introduces us to Cervantes’ famous knight himself, lovers Kitri and Basilio, and a host of supporting characters. As the Don sets out on a quest to track down his true love, with his loyal friend and servant Sancho Panza at his side, he finds himself embroiled in an unlikely adventure of love and dreams.

If you like Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty, you shouldn’t miss this classic tale, full of thrilling pas de deux, delightful music played by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, and much, much more!

Image description: A dancer wearing ballet shoes and a red ruffled lace dress leaps into a split, one leg pointed forward, the other high behind her head and pointing to the sky. Her arms stretch above her head, holding a castanet in each hand. The background is sunset orange, with swirling illustrations of carnation flowers, handheld fans and castanets.