Matthew Bourne's Cinderella

New Adventures' new production of CINDERELLA is a thrilling and evocative journey through London during the Second World War. Matthew Bourne's interpretation of Prokofiev's haunting score has, at its heart, a true wartime romance. A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just long enough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz.

First seen in the West End in 1997, but now completely revised in this brand new production created to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Blitz. It features design by Lez Brotherston who won an Olivier award for his original designs, and new lighting designs by Neil Austin. The production will also feature sensational sound design by Paul Groothius which will take the audience into the heart of Prokofiev's magnificent score and the sound world of war-torn London.

CINDERELLA is both a tribute and a testament to the spirit of London during a time when every second counted and lives were changed forever. Bourne's vivid storytelling has never been more heart-stopping and touching, creating a unique and unforgettable depiction of a familiar and beloved fable.

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Entertainment

Tags:

• Birmingham hippodrome
• matthew bourne
• cinderella
• new adventures
• ballet
• dance

[balletbitch234]

I saw this in Bristol on Saturday. Abslutly the best dance show i've ever seen!! So good!!

[welshcherry]

Saw this amazing show in Bristol on Friday - it completely blew me away! Loved every moment.

[kaaaaaaatee16]

I've got a Matthew Bourne workshop tomorrow- based on this Cinderella show.. I cannot waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaait :)

[dancefreak0292]

I was lucky enough not only to see this performance, but to have a workshop with the company and learn large portions of the repertoir, it was such an amazing experience and one I think i will talk about for a very long time

[ShortyzDancer]

people from the original performance taught me some repotoires of this

[funkycherrygirl]

@cab1201 I so agree. Went 2 c this last night @ the Birmingham Hippodrome & it was just awe inspiring! Only thing I would change was they use a recording of music rather than a live orchestra which to me is a big draw for seeing ballet BUT it didnt detract from the performance at all. In fact it was so spellbinding u almost forget ur watching people dancing cause the story was so interesting! & such an inspired idea setting it during the blitz - just the right amount of darkness to it - amazing!

[cab1201]

Was lucky to get tickets for the evening performance, Theatre Royal, Newcastle on 11th Feb 2011. Absolutely breathtaking - it works on every possible level. If you only ever see one show in your life, see this one!