Birmingham Royal Ballet announce new dates for Black Sabbath – The Ballet

Following its success when it launched in 2023, Black Sabbath – The Ballet will return to the stage for a second run later this year, Birmingham Royal Ballet have announced.

The show, described in Kerrang!'s review as “A compelling, immersive experience”, will hit Birmingham, Manchester, Plymouth, London and Edinburgh this autumn.

Speaking about the idea before the 2023 premiere, Sabbs guitarist Tony Iommi said: “Black Sabbath have always been innovators and never been predictable, and it doesn’t come any more unpredictable than this!

"I’d never imagined pairing Black Sabbath with ballet but it’s got a nice ring to it! I’ve met with Carlos (Acosta, Ballet Commissioner) several times and his enthusiasm is infectious. I performed alongside some of the dancers at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony and they had an incredible energy, so I’m happy to go along for the ride with them and see you on the other side!”

“Black Sabbath is probably Birmingham’s biggest export, the most famous (and infamous) cultural entity to ever emerge from the city – so I was naturally drawn to the idea of a collaboration between what most people might think are the most unlikely of partners," added Carlos. "The band’s enthusiasm for the project is a huge endorsement. They are putting their trust in us to deliver something completely new and original, and that’s quite a responsibility but one that we are beyond excited to take on. Everyone in the BRB company is thrilled to be involved and we cannot wait to share the vision for the show in more detail in the coming months. I have hand-picked the creative team and will work closely with them to make a spectacular show.”

Catch it at one of the dates below.

Black Sabbath – The Ballet 2025

September

18 – 27 Birmingham Hippodrome

October

8 – 11 Salford, Lowry
16 – 18 Plymouth, Theatre Royal
22 – 25 London, Sadler’s Wells
30 Edinburgh, Festival Theatre

November

1 Edinburgh, Festival Theatre

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