A Pandora’s Box of technology, creativity and movement – do you dare lift the lid?

Step inside a world where myth meets modern day. Mere Mortals reimagines the story of Pandora’s Box through the lens of our tech-driven age. Exploring eternal philosophical questions through the timely subject of artificial intelligence, this ballet examines the promises and perils of humankind forging new paths in unknown territory. This fully immersive experience fuses movement, music, and cutting-edge visuals into a breathtaking sensory journey.

Commissioned as a world premiere for Artistic Director Tamara Rojo’s inaugural season, the program returns as a fusion of electronic music, festival culture, and contemporary ballet – an otherworldly journey all around.

Witness the visionary choreography of Aszure Barton alongside live performances by acclaimed electronic music producer Floating Points and the Royal Ballet Sinfonia orchestra. Coming from a city defined by innovation and technology, Mere Mortals is a provocative, unforgettable exploration of progress, creativity, and the human spirit. No doubt an experience you’ll feel long after the curtain falls.

Header image description: A futuristic scene of two dancers dressed in latex body suits, walking in rhythm. The dancer on left is dressed in gold, the dancer on the right is dressed in black, and their hair is slicked back. There is a bright light reflecting off their suits. The background is a burnt orange and features a large white globe. The image has a film-like, slightly blurred effect.

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