The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition final 2026

Join us for the thrilling final of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition, one of the world’s most prestigious stages for emerging talent.

This annual celebration of excellence will be held at the iconic London Coliseum on Sunday 8 November 2026, where the next generation of gifted ballet dancers from across the globe will take to the stage.

The Fonteyn represents the pinnacle of achievement for young people trained in the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, and it is dedicated to promoting and rewarding standards of excellence in young ballet dancers internationally. This is achieved by offering aspiring dancers the unique opportunity to work with world-renowned choreographers and professionals, as well as the chance to perform on an international stage. ​​

The Fonteyn week consists of coaching sessions, semi-finals and a final performance, during which medals and awards are assigned by an esteemed panel of judges.

• Classes and coaching sessions: from Sunday 1 November at the Royal Academy of Dance.
• Semi-finals: from Wednesday 4 November to Friday 6 November at the Royal Academy of Dance.
• Final: Sunday 8 November, at the London Coliseum.

​Don’t miss out on the chance to secure the best seats at The Fonteyn. Book your tickets for the final now!

Semi-final audience tickets will be available at a later date.

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