Dancers stood in a row holding potted plants in a soft green light

Hansel & Gretel Characters

Hansel smiling broadly wearing a white T-shirt with his first initial emblazoned in yellow

Hansel

He loves video games, is always messing around and plays with his little sister, Gretel.
Gretel smiling broadly wearing a white T-shirt with her first initial emblazoned in yellow

Gretel

Very smart and always has a positive attitude. She loves to play video games, but isn't good at sharing with her brother, Hansel.
A dancer on stage dressed in grey stood on one leg

Hansel & Gretel's Dad

He's often busy at work, is always on his phone, and gets angry with Hansel & Gretel for arguing with each other.
A dancer in a costume covered in plastic bottles sneaking up on two dancers sat at the front of the stage.

The Rubbish Monster

Scary and makes a lot of noise! But misunderstood and very friendly at heart.
Two birdwatchers walking through a forest each dressed in a camouflage anorak

Birdwatchers, Kate and Tim

They're clumsy but always on the look out for rare birds.
A dancer stood in orange clothes in front of a house with arms outstretched wide

The Lady of the Wood

She loves nature, gardening and wandering through the forest.
Two dancers stood in a traditional ballet pose. One dancer is on pointe with leg raised high

The Nature Spirits

Magical spirits who teach Hansel & Gretel to take care of the woodland

Characters You Will Meet

Made especially for those coming to our Relaxed Performances, meet the characters in Hansel & Gretel.

Photos by Dave Pearson.

Two dancers look at a map, one over the shoulder of another with leg raised high

Hansel & Gretel Story

Hansel & Gretel go on a journey into the forest where they meet a collection of curious characters who teach them all about the magic of nature.
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Two dancers stood in a traditional ballet pose. One dancer is on pointe with leg raised high

Hansel & Gretel Artists

Dancers and musicians performing Hansel & Gretel in 2025. Subject to change without notice.
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Two dancers look at a map, one over the shoulder of another with leg raised high

Hansel & Gretel Photos

New production photos of our 2025 ballet for children, Hansel & Gretel.
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