Delight in a swashbuckling pirate adventure, love story, and ballet, all wrapped into one exquisite performance by the English National Ballet!
Why Watch Le Corsaire
Why Watch Le Corsaire
Le Corsaire is generally presented in three acts. When a band of corsairs led by Conrad arrives in a busy market square somewhere in the Middle East, Medora, the ward of the bazaar-owner, spots the group from her balcony. Against her will, Medora had been sold to the highest bidder by her own loathsome guardian Isaac Lanquedem. With a bit of trickery and dancing, Conrad and the corsairs flee from the market with Medora and all the slave girls. Saved from her ominous plight, Medora falls deeply in love with Conrad. What follows is an epic story of love, treachery, and stormy seas!
The set and costume design for Anna-Marie Holmes’ classic story ballet is done by two-time Academy Award-nominee Bob Ringwood, who was undoubtedly amongst the most gifted costume designers of the 20th century. Coupled with gorgeous lighting by Neil Austin, Le Corsaire has been a resounding success across the world, including Paris and Tokyo.
Good For
Lovers of Ballet | Family Audiences | Fans of Bob Ringwood
Reviews
“Wildly offensive, but wildly entertaining too”
“Shimmering dancing and packed to the gills with pirates”
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
Show Details
Opening Date: 9 January 2020
End: 14 January 2020
Show Timings
Tue, Thu & Sat | 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM |
Mon, Wed & Fri | 7:30 PM |
Leading Roles
Erina Takahashi as Medora
Francesco Gabriele Frola as Conrad
Shiori Kase as Gulnare
Score played by
English National Ballet Philharmonic
Performance by
English National Ballet
Staged by
Anna-Marie Holmes
Costume Design by
Bob Ringwood
Additional Info
Duration
2hrs 30mins with one interval
Audience
Children under the age of 5 will not be admitted into the theatre
Available Facilities
Wheelchair
Theatre Bar
Cloak Room
Assistive Hearing System
Seating
The London Coliseum has a seating capacity of 2359
Dress Code
Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theater is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly
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