Reviews

“S’wonderful, s’marvellous – the magic of old Broadway meets sharp new ballet in David Nixon’s Gershwin extravaganza.”
The Guardian

“ … high-class kitsch. Featuring guest singers and Northern Ballet Theatre’s own orchestra on stage and in fine fettle under the baton of John Pryce-Jones, the performance is akin to a musical.”
The Times

“ … the must-see dance event of the year. It combines the glitter and exuberance of a Broadway or Hollywood musical with technical innovation and excellence, and stunning performances…”
Yorkshire Post

“Nixon’s elegant and stylistically varied choreography – exuberant, jokey, lyrically romantic – allows all the dancers to shine.”
The Sunday Times

“An evening that’s both uplifting and, undeniably, engaging.”
Metro

“A polished piece. It sets out to entertain, while extending the dancers’ technical skills and showmanship. They’ve always been a can-do company; now, they get a can-can finale for good measure.”
The Observer

“…this production is a treat.”
The Daily Telegraph

“Cheeky, sassy, elegantly Sex and the City, Northern Ballet Theatre’s stunning embrace of the glorious music of Gershwin is a marvellous Manhattan transfer.”
Yorkshire Evening Post