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Take a first look at our brand-new production, The Maiden of Venice – Director Carlos Acosta's reimagining of La Bayadère – with these exclusive images taken during one of our very first rehearsals with Carlos himself.
The Maiden of Venice premieres on Saturday 20 February at Birmingham Hippodrome before touring to venues across the country. Click here to see where we're performing and book your tickets.
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Carlos Acosta rehearsing Sofia Liñares and Reina Fuchigami in The Maiden of Venice.
© 2026 Credit : Hannah Beveridge
Carlos Acosta rehearsing Artists of Birmingham Royal Ballet in The Maiden of Venice.
© 2026 Credit : Hannah Beveridge
Artists of Birmingham Royal Ballet rehearsing The Maiden of Venice.
© 2026 Credit : Hannah Beveridge
Artists of Birmingham Royal Ballet rehearsing The Maiden of Venice.
© 2026 Credit : Hannah Beveridge
Carlos Acosta rehearsing Rosanna Ely and Rachele Pizzillo in The Maiden of Venice.
© 2026 Credit : Hannah Beveridge
Artists of Birmingham Royal Ballet rehearsing The Maiden of Venice.
© 2026 Credit : Hannah Beveridge
Artists of Birmingham Royal Ballet rehearsing The Maiden of Venice.
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