A leading couple rehearse their ballet performance for Cunard's Dance the Atlantic voyage

Dance the Atlantic 2025

Join Dance the Atlantic, an exquisite Event Voyage that celebrates the world of dance. This sailing brings the opportunity to immerse yourself in the remarkable talent of English National Ballet, with access to rehearsals, workshops, classes, and performances in the beautiful Royal Court Theater.

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August 8 - 15, 2025, Queen Mary 2

Two ballet dancers in costume pose on the grand atrium stairs on Cunard's Queen Mary 2

An extraordinary performance awaits in the Royal Court Theatre. Be mesmerised by the talents of English National Ballet, as they gracefully combine excerpts of world-renowned ballets alongside fresh new works. Delve into scenes from Swan Lake and Giselle, while discovering joyful new choreography and contemporary classics. Join English National Ballet for an unforgettable experience, showcasing the boundless possibilities of ballet.

Six ballet dancers in costume pose on deck on Cunard's Queen Mary 2

Gain an up-close and personal insight into the magic English National Ballet creates on stage, and all the work that goes into it. Delight in the chance to meet and mingle with English National Ballet dancers, who will welcome you to watch their morning ballet class in the Royal Court Theatre. You can even drop in on a rehearsal as the dancers perfect their movements and work on new choreography.

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Attend special workshops led by English National Ballet artists, where you’ll have the chance to experience the joy of dancing and glean expert advice to work on your own ability. Listen to Insight talks that offer a fascinating illumination of working and creating within a professional dance company, and discover more about the dedication and exhilaration of a dancer’s life.

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The Nutcracker by English National Ballet

In partnership with English National Ballet

English National Ballet brings world-class classical ballet to the widest possible audience, delighting them with the traditional and inspiring them with the new. Under the leadership of Artistic Director, Aaron S. Watkin, the Company prides itself on its artistic excellence and creativity.

We’re proud that our first Dance the Atlantic Event Voyage won the Best Live Entertainment and Event Sponsorship 2020/21 award at the UK Sponsorship awards.

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Special guests on board

From choreographers and soloists to ballet masters, our Dance the Atlantic voyage has welcomed many famous faces from the world of dance. We look forward to announcing special guests for our 2025 voyage in the near future.