International Ballet Gala - A Celebration of Dance
Experience world-class ballet with solo dancers from five of the world's leading companies from 28-30. August in The Tivoli Concert Hall.
Tivoli celebrates dance when some of the most talented solo dancers from five of the world's leading ballet companies visit The Tivoli Concert Hall under the title International Balletgala 2025 - A Celebration of Dance.
Tivoli has gathered solo dancers from New York City Ballet, The Royal Ballet London, Hamburg Ballet, Kammerballetten and Dutch National Ballet, who will be joined by dancers from Tivoli Balletteater.
The audience will be able to experience highlights from the classical repertoire as well as newer works from some of the most important choreographers from the 20th and 21st centuries, including George Balanchine and John Neumeier.
The dancers are accompanied by Tivoli's own symphony orchestra, Tivoli Copenhagen Phil.
Tivoli is happy to announce that Ida Praetorius, principal dancer at the Hamburg Ballet, will be performing at the ballet gala. Ida Praetorius is considered to be one of the leading female dancers in the world. Together with Madoka Sugai, Alexandre Trusch and Matias Oberlin from Hamburg Ballet, Ida Praetorius will take the stage in The Tivoli Concert Hall.
A performance ticket also grants admission to Tivoli Gardens.
This event is made possible with generous support from the Augustinus Foundation.
Peter Bo Bendixen
Artistic Director of the Tivoli Ballet Theatre
“The ‘A Celebration of Dance’ performances at the Tivoli Concert Hall on 28, 29, and 30 August offer a unique opportunity to experience world-class elegance and strength from principal dancers of some of the world’s leading ballet companies. We have selected companies that each represent something distinctive – from the great classical traditions to innovative contemporary repertoire. The ballet gala is a celebration of the art of ballet, with a special focus on honouring female dancers and their pivotal role in the art form. Audiences can look forward to an evening where the finest talents on the international stage elevate ballet to its highest level.”
New York City Ballet
For 75 years, New York City Ballet has been among the absolute elite of the ballet world. Founded by George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, the company’s groundbreaking approach to both classical and contemporary ballet has set the global standard. Their works, such as Serenade and West Side Story Suite, are cornerstones of the modern ballet tradition. Tivoli has enjoyed a close collaboration with New York City Ballet for over four decades, ever since the company first performed in the amusement park 47 years ago.
Showtimes
Tivoli Concert Hall
245 - DKK 945
Tivoli entrance included and service fee included
Tivoli Concert Hall
245 - DKK 945
Tivoli entrance included and service fee included
Tivoli Concert Hall
245 - DKK 945
Tivoli entrance included and service fee included
Tivoli Copenhagen Phil
Tivoli Copenhagen Phil is Tivoli Gardens’ own symphony orchestra, comprising around 70 permanent musicians. During the summer, the orchestra performs in Tivoli as part of Summer Classical festival, featuring international star soloists and conductors. It also plays for Tivoli’s Christmas ballets and international ballet performances—most recently accompanying Hamburg Ballet and New York City Ballet during their visits to Tivoli in the summer of 2024.
Outside Tivoli Gardens, the orchestra performs under the name Copenhagen Phil and serves as the symphony orchestra for all of Zealand. It is based in the concert hall of the Royal Danish Academy of Music on Rosenørns Allé.
Practical Information
Your Ballet Gala Visit
Venue
The Tivoli Concert Hall.
Entrance to Tivoli
The ticket grants access to Tivoli on the day of the performance during Tivoli’s opening hours.
Opening Hours at The Tivoli Concert Hall
The doors open one hour before the performance begins.
Duration of the Performance
The performance lasts approximately 2 hours, including an intermission.
Wardrobe
Staffed wardrobe.
Age Recommendation
Recommended for ages 12 and up. All children are different, and we recommend that parents individually assess whether the story and themes of the performance are appropriate for their children. Children under 3 years old are not allowed at the performance.
Bars/Restaurants
The bars in The Concert Hall are open before the performance and during intermission. Beverages can be pre-ordered for the intermission before the performance starts. Additionally, there are plenty of opportunities to dine at one of Tivoli's many restaurants before the performance
Guests with Disabilities
Wheelchair spaces and companion seats can only be purchased by contacting Tivoli Service Centre in person or by calling +45 33 15 10 01.
Transport/Parking
Tivoli is located by “Rådhuspladsen” and Copenhagen Central Station. Find more information about public transport here or plan your journey with www.Rejseplanen.dk. If you are arriving at Tivoli by car and have a Tivoli Card, you can get a discount on parking.
