Harris Beattie: Behind the Scenes of Northern Ballet’s Cinderella at Nottingham Theatre Royal
Arts & Toast with Kirsty Corbett
Tuesday, 6 October 2026 - 17 minutes
In this episode of the Arts & Toast Podcast, Kirsty Corbett chats to Northern Ballet soloist Harris Beattie about his journey from Aberdeen and Billy Elliot to becoming one of the company’s leading dancers, and his latest role as Jack in Michael Pink’s Cinderella as they prepare to open their UK premier at Nottingham Theatre Royal on 23 October 2026.Harris talks candidly about his career, training and the importance of finding his own style as a performer, as well as his passion for storytelling through dance and creating believable characters on stage. With a background spanning ballet, contemporary, jazz and musical theatre, Harris shares what it takes to combine athleticism, technique and emotion in a professional ballet career.The conversation also explores Northern Ballet’s new production of Cinderella and how Michael Pink’s production puts a fresh, theatrical spin on the much-loved fairy tale. Harris discusses the rehearsal process, character development and the physical and creative demands of bringing a full-length ballet to life. Perfect for theatre lovers, ballet fans and arts audiences across Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands, this episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Northern Ballet, professional dance and the art of telling stories without words.🎟️ Tickets are on sale now via Nottingham Theatre Royal's website.
