15th Nov. Belper.
‍Chapter One — GISELLE: ACT II
The second act of Giselle is one of the most moving and haunting chapters in the classical ballet repertoire.After Giselle's death, she joins the Wilis — spirits of young women who have died after being betrayed by love. When Count Albrecht, the man she loved, comes to her grave, he is discovered by the Wilis and condemned to dance until he dies.Yet Giselle's love proves stronger than anger and revenge. She protects Albrecht and ultimately forgives him, allowing him to survive.
A story of love, forgiveness, sacrifice and redemption, Giselle reminds us that true love can transcend even death.

Chapter Two — DON QUIXOTE
A vibrant mini-suite of highlights from Don Quixote, filled with Spanish flair, virtuosity, character dancing and unforgettable classical ballet.The act opens with the Overture, followed by: Toreador, Mercedes, Friends' Dance, Gypsy Scene, Kitri's Variation, Seguidilla. From fiery Spanish character dances to Kitri's celebrated virtuoso variations, this second act brings together some of the most exhilarating moments from Don Quixote.

Join Tor Ballet for a special evening of classical ballet performed by passionate adult dancers.This is a charity ballet perfomance raising funds to support Ukraine. By attending this performance, you are not only enjoying an evening of ballet, but also helping to support people affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Tor Ballet is a UK-based adult ballet initiative founded by Dr.Kateryna Tor, dedicated to making classical ballet accessible, inclusive, and inspiring for adults of all levels.

Based in the UK, Tor Ballet combines professional ballet training with a welcoming and supportive environment, offering classes designed for:
- complete beginners
- returning dancers
- adults seeking fitness, flexibility, and artistic expression

At Tor Ballet, we believe that ballet is not only for professionals — it is for everyone who wants to move, improve, and feel confident in their body.

Tor Ballet is a lifestyle built around ballet.

‍When you become a Tor Ballet member, you become part of a community of adults who share a love of movement, music, beauty and new experiences.

Throughout the year, we create a range of special experiences and events for our members — from performing on stage to travelling abroad, dressing up, creating beautiful photographs and simply enjoying ballet together.You can be as involved as you wish. Take part in a performance, join a themed photoshoot, come along to a ballet holiday — or simply enjoy your regular classes and the atmosphere of the community.
✨ Performances
Experience the excitement of performing on stage. Participation is always free for Tor Ballet members.
‍✈️ Ballet Holidays Abroad
Travel, train, explore and share unforgettable ballet experiences with the community.
📸 Themed Photoshoots
Beautiful costumes, inspiring settings and professional ballet photography — creating memories you will want to keep.
🎭 Costume Weeks
A chance to leave everyday life behind and bring a little theatre into your ballet class. And there is always something new in the making — because being part of Tor Ballet means having something exciting to look forward to.
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Tor Ballet is not just somewhere you come to dance.
It is a community, a creative space and a lifestyle around ballet.
Come for the ballet. Stay for the experience.

Benefits for the Back:

True ballet posture not only enhances your dance level but also has many health benefits for the back:
- Strengthening Back Muscles: Ballet exercises actively engage the back muscles, especially the stabilizing muscles, which helps strengthen and support a healthy spine.
- Improving Posture: Regular practice of ballet exercises helps maintain the natural curve of the spine, preventing the development of scoliosis and other back problems.
- Reducing Pain: Proper posture and strong back muscles help reduce the load on intervertebral discs, which contributes to reducing back and neck pain.

4 Tips for Ideal Posture:

1. Head and Neck: Always keep your head high, as if an invisible string is pulling you upward.
2. Shoulders: Pull your shoulders back and down. Avoid unnecessary tension; let them remain naturally relaxed.
3. Torso: Tighten the abdominal muscles, but breathe freely without taking in excess air into the chest. This will help maintain balance and control during movements.
4. Spine: The spine should be straight. Avoid excessive arching in the lower back. Imagine your vertebrae stretching one after another upward while slightly pushing the pelvis forward.

Imagine an invisible line running through you from your heels through the crown of your head, stretching into the sky.

Some rules to incorporate into your body during exercises and their consequences:

1. Constantly pulled in, tense abdomen - this will result in a toned belly.

2. Constantly tense glutes and tucked tailbone - this will result in firm buttocks.

3. Most exercises at the barre will initially be in the 2nd arm position (to the side), with tense triceps - beautiful arms.

4. Shoulders back and down - posture. Open and up your chest.

5. Smooth and slow movements at the beginning, static load - will lead to a non-injurious tone of all the muscles in your body.

6. Long neck and specific tilts - swan-like grace.

Important! Face, neck, and hands - light and relaxed.

An annual Tor Ballet production — and a story that is always evolving.
‍The White Performance is not a fixed production. Each year, the performance grows, changes and takes on new meaning, while keeping one central idea at its heart:
‍A childhood dream. A white, blank page. A chance to begin again. Anything is possible.

‍White becomes our symbol of possibility — the beginning of a journey, where anything can be created.
The performance brings together white scenes from some of the world’s best-loved ballets, including Swan Lake, Chopiniana and La Bayadère, alongside contemporary pieces created especially for Tor Ballet.

Past performances have also featured original works such as Village Solo and Eternal Love, accompanied by live violin, creating a meeting point between classical ballet and contemporary expression.

Every year, new scenes are added, new dancers become part of the story, and the white page continues to fill.

‍Watch last year’s performance by clicking on the image below.🎟️ Tickets for the next White Performance will go on sale after our Christmas Performance.