Gala de Danza makes London Debut at Central Hall Westminster this June
Gala de Danza has revealed programme highlights for its highly anticipated London debut at Central Hall Westminster on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 June 2025.
Founded by former dancer with American Ballet Theatre Christina Lyon, Gala de Danza is celebrated for its bold multidisciplinary productions, which bring together leading international artists across ballet, contemporary dance, opera, and music in unforgettable, one-night-only performances.
This landmark London edition features an exceptional line-up of globally renowned talent, world premieres, and exclusive collaborations never before seen on a British stage.
Programme Highlights
Ballet & Classical Works
– Onegin Act III Pas de Deux – Francesca Hayward & Cesar Corrales (The Royal Ballet)
– Stars and Stripes – Emma Von Enck & Andrés Zúñiga (New York City Ballet)
– Caravaggio – Melissa Hamilton (Royal Ballet) & Vsevolod Maievskyi (ENB)
– Flames of Paris – Viola Pantuso (Royal Ballet) & Shale Wagman (Paris Opera Ballet)
World Premieres
– Romeo & Juliet – Juliano Nunes, performed by Braylon Browner & Kayla Mak
– Mercury – Jade Hale-Christofi, with original score by Ilan Eshkeri, performed by Vsevolod Maievskyi
– Un Petit Départ – Emma Evelein, performed by dancers from Rambert
Special Performances
– Earth Harp Symphony #22 – William Close & The Earth Harp (the world’s largest playable string instrument)
– Alors on Danse – performed by acclaimed guitarist Marcin
– Verdo Con Mio Diletto – performed by electrifying countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński
– Swan Lake (Juliano Nunes adaptation) – performed by young artists from Youth America Grand Prix and Trinity Laban
Gala Partners with London Youth to Empower the Next Generation
In collaboration with London Youth, Gala de Danza will present a dedicated youth performance at 6pm on Wednesday 25 June, offering complimentary access to young people via London Youth’s affiliated organisations across the capital.
This special performance embodies Gala de Danza’s founding mission to expand access to world-class live performance, nurture new talent, and inspire the next generation of creatives.
A Festival Born in Mexico, Now on the Global Stage
Established in Los Cabos, Mexico in 2013, Gala de Danza has evolved into a revolutionary celebration of artistic excellence. Past editions have featured stars from the world’s leading ballet and music institutions and have taken place in architectural landmarks such as the award-winning Viceroy Los Cabos. London marks a new milestone in the Gala’s global expansion, with future editions planned in the Middle East and beyond.
Founder and Artistic Director Christina Lyon is a passionate advocate for the power of the arts to educate, uplift, and connect. A former soloist with American Ballet Theatre and guest artist with English National Ballet, Lyon founded Gala de Danza to bridge established artists and rising talent through innovative live performance.
“This London debut is a defining moment for Gala de Danza. After more than a decade of presenting groundbreaking performances in Mexico, we’re thrilled to bring this global celebration of movement and music to a city with such a rich dance tradition,” says Lyon.
