Experience a free CAT class and enjoy a demonstration from our current students.
An opportunity to take part in a free masterclass led by distinguished former Northern Ballet dancer, choreographer and teacher, Nicola Gervasi. The taster day will give you an insight into what the CAT Programme is, take part in a class, and watch some of our current students in a demonstration.
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
Schedule
| 10:15-10:30 | Welcome |
|---|---|
| 10:30-11:30 | Taster Class with Nic Gervasi |
| 11.30-11:45 | Short refreshment break |
| 11:45-12:05 | An opportunity to watch our Centre for Advanced Training students |
| 12:05-12:15 | Questions |
- Age requirement: Student currently in academic years 5 & 6
- Experience: One year ballet experience
- Price: Free of charge
Nicola Gervasi
Nicola was born in the picturesque town of Todi, in central Italy. His passion for ballet started at the age of four, when he enrolled into his aunt's ballet school. At the age of 16 Nicola began training at the English National Ballet School in London.
In 2010 Nicola joined Northern Ballet and danced in numerous productions and roles, including Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Nick in The Great Gatsby, the Nutcracker Prince, and Athos in The Three Musketeers, to name just a few. From the Leeds Grand and the Bradford Alhambra to the Royal Opera House and Sadler’s Wells, Nicola's career has been exciting to say the least.
Photos by Ellise de Andrade and Emily Nuttall.
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