Company Spotlight
Scottish Ballet
Scottish Ballet is Scotland's national dance company, and it's built a reputation for taking the classics and giving them a fresh, modern spin. Based in Glasgow, the company tours all over Scotland and beyond. If you like your ballet with a bit of an edge, this is a good one to watch.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1969
- Based in
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Style
- Classical and contemporary
- Home venue
- Theatre Royal, Glasgow
What Scottish Ballet is known for
- Scotland's national dance company
- Reimagined story ballets
- Contemporary repertoire
- Touring across Scotland
Notable figures
Over its history, Scottish Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including Peter Darrell.
How to see Scottish Ballet
Catch them on home turf at the Theatre Royal in Glasgow or the Festival Theatre in Edinburgh, and they tour across the UK through the year.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Scottish Ballet perform include Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Cinderella.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scottish Ballet the national company of Scotland?
Yes. Scottish Ballet is Scotland's national dance company, based in Glasgow.
Who founded Scottish Ballet?
The company was founded by choreographer Peter Darrell in 1969.
When was Scottish Ballet founded?
Scottish Ballet was founded in 1969 and is based in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Where is Scottish Ballet based?
Scottish Ballet is based in Glasgow, United Kingdom, and performs at Theatre Royal, Glasgow.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Scottish Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Scottish Ballet include Peter Darrell.