English National Ballet's production of Kenneth MacMillan’s The Sleeping Beauty at the London Coliseum (6 to 16 June) will see world-renowned ballet star Maria Alexandrova guest in the role of Princess Aurora.
With sets by Peter Farmer and costumes by Nicholas Georgiadas, this revival of The Sleeping Beauty coincides with the recent anniversary of MacMillan’s death and follows the Company’s performances of MacMillan’s Song of the Earth in the autumn and winter.
Born in Moscow, Alexandrova trained at the Moscow Choreographic Academy. She won Gold Medal at the Moscow International Ballet Competition in 1997 and joined the Bolshoi Ballet shortly after, becoming Principal in 2004. This will be the first time she has danced with a UK company.
ENB will host a range of workshops and events alongside the production including workshops for all ages, live drawing, family events and behind-the-scenes talks.