Ballet Shoes
Olivier Theatre, National, London
The ★★★★★5 stars ‘playful, graceful adaptation’ (Telegraph) returns
17 November 2025 — 21 February 2026
Suitable for 7-107 years
In a crumbling house full of dinosaur bones and fossils, three adopted sisters – Pauline, Petrova and Posy – are learning who they are and what they want to be.
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Nominated for the Olivier Awards 2025: Best New Entertainment or Comedy Play, Best Set Design and Outstanding Musical Contribution!
Please note: This production contains themes of adoption and death. Suitable for ages 7 – 107
Approx. 2 hours and 40 minutes including one 20 minute interval
Ballet Shoes cast and creative team
Written by: Noel Streatfeild
Adapted by: Kendall Feaver
Director: Katy Rudd
For assisted performances, please book directly through the National Theatre.