Birmingham Royal Ballet makes a thunderous debut with its thrilling, headbanging hit Black Sabbath – The Ballet. Get ready for sparks to fly in the first true heavy metal ballet experience, honoring Birmingham–born band Black Sabbath—whose founding members included the legendary John “Ozzy” Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Terence “Geezer” Butler, and Bill Ward.
Following sold-out performances in its 2023 world premiere and UK tour, Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) is taking its spectacular theatrical show on the road. Riveting dance meets full orchestrations of popular Black Sabbath tracks like “Paranoid” and “Iron Man,” plus new orchestral works inspired by the band’s iconic sound. Ballet and heavy metal unite in unexpected ways over three acts, each one with a different focus: the songs, the band, and the fans. The brainchild of BRB Director Carlos Acosta, the show is brought to life by Lead Composer Christopher Austin and three choreographers (one per act), including Lead Choreographer Pontus Lidberg as well as Cassi Abranches and Raúl Reinoso.
2hr 15min. Incl. 2 intermissions.
Dance, Contemporary
Ages 10+.
June 4th, 2025
June 8th, 2025
Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath – The Ballet runs for 2hr 15min. Incl. 2 intermissions.
Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath – The Ballet is at Washington's Opera House at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, which is located at 2700 F Street NW, Washington, 20566.
Ages 10+.
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