Essential Royal Ballet

Join Katie Derham as she presents a captivating journey through the Royal Ballet’s greatest moments of the past decade. Filmed on location at the iconic Royal Opera House, Derham traces the rich history of ballet through carefully curated excerpts and offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes to reveal what it takes to be part of this world-renowned company. From the timeless elegance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker to the bold innovation of Wayne McGregor’s choreography, she celebrates the artistic range of the UK’s leading ballet company. Watch the greatest stars of the stage, including Natalia Ospiova and Steven McRae, introduce their favorite ballets and share stories of their life on stage.