Visual: programme books of ballet programmes under the artistic direction of Ted Brandsen Surprise programme by various choreographers With afterparty Dress code: black tie Musical accompaniment Dutch Ballet Orchestra Main sponsor Junior Company Partners Junior Company PIETER HOUBOLT FONDS On the occasion of our fiftieth anniversary, in 2011, we organised our first large-scale, festive gala performance. Since then, the Gala has grown to become an event with irresistible appeal. And not only for ballet-lovers, because every year an increasing number of celebrities and stars from the worlds of film, television and theatre make their appearance on the red carpet. One of the best in the world This year, the gala programme will have a special, rather different content, tailored to Ted Brandsen’s departure. Since he was appointed in 2003, he has directed our company with passion, enormous professionalism and a strong vision, leading it to become one of the best in the world. And that, of course, deserves a special programme, tailored to his merits and preferences. More than two hundred and fifty dancers The whole company will once again be taking part in the Gala, with a focus on the stars of the group. The evening will open with the presentation of all the ranks of the company, including the dancers of the Junior Company and all the pupils and students from the Dutch National Ballet Academy, in the now famous Grand Défilé. After the performance, the party will continue in the foyers of Dutch National Opera & Ballet. You can mingle with the dancers and choreographers, and dance your heart out yourself to the DJ’s music. Sparkling dance party in honour of director Ted Brandsen Dutch National Ballet’s Gala is undoubtedly one of the most popular and festive evenings of the dance season. This season, the Gala will be even more lavish than ever, as we’re saying farewell to artistic director Ted Brandsen after more than twenty years, in an exclusive, one-off programme. Come and join us for this special evening and enjoy an exclusive surprise programme. Date 2/7/2026 Curtain-up: 19:30 | Ticket sales start on: 28 August 2025 | Prices: see page 127 | Location: Main Stage, Dutch National Opera & Ballet “ Dutch National Ballet’s Gala is one of the highlights of the theatre season (...) We have a world-class company to be proud of” Theaterparadijs Gala 103
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