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Mark Skipper @MarkSkipperDL

Mark Skipper, Chief Executive Northern Ballet. northernballet.com | @northernballet 1987 to 2022. Now living in Tenerife.

Joined July 2013
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#ROHButterfly Watching this incredible performance from Tenerife.
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Fantastic performance this evening of Fuenteovejuna from Opera de Tenerife accompanied by Tenerife Symphony Orchestra. The first production as part of our opera season ticket. @OperadeTenerife @TenerifeSymph Delighted to find lots of excellent culture in our new home.
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Hugely enjoying #ROHboheme at Multicenes Tenerife. Wonderful music with fantastic singers. @TheRoyalOpera
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
15 Sep 2022
We're pleased to announce that we’ll be performing The Great Gatsby in spring 2023, touring to Leeds, Sheffield and London. @GrandTheatreLS1 | 8 – 18 March @SheffieldLyceum | 22 – 26 March @Sadlers_Wells | 16 – 20 May northernballet.com/the-great…
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
14 Sep 2022
Make magical memories this autumn with The Little Mermaid. Immerse yourself in Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale as our dancers bring a spectacular world to life. Swimming into @SheffieldLyceum next week: northernballet.com/the-littl… @gohbelfast | @mayflower | @TheatreRoyalNew
Jonathan Hanks and Alessandra Bramante in rehearsal for The Little Mermaid. Both dancers are balancing on one leg with their other leg outstretched in the air. Photo Emily Nuttall.

ALT Jonathan Hanks and Alessandra Bramante in rehearsal for The Little Mermaid. Both dancers are balancing on one leg with their other leg outstretched in the air. Photo Emily Nuttall.
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
15 Aug 2022
Dive beneath the surface of The Little Mermaid with these brand-new rehearsal photos. Join us in @SheffieldLyceum, @mayflower, @gohbelfast & @TheatreRoyalNew for a magical journey beneath the waves: northernballet.com/the-littl…
Joseph and Sarah are dancing in a rehearsal studio. Joseph has lifted Sarah off the ground, both of her hands are in the air and one of her legs is outstretched backwards.

ALT Joseph and Sarah are dancing in a rehearsal studio. Joseph has lifted Sarah off the ground, both of her hands are in the air and one of her legs is outstretched backwards.

Kevin and Rachael are dancing in a rehearsal studio. Rachael is balancing on one leg with her other leg outstretched behind her. Kevin is stood in front of her, holding one of her hands.

ALT Kevin and Rachael are dancing in a rehearsal studio. Rachael is balancing on one leg with her other leg outstretched behind her. Kevin is stood in front of her, holding one of her hands.

Joseph and Sarah are dancing in a rehearsal studio. Sarah is balancing on one leg with the other leg outstretched behind her. Joseph is stood next to her and is holding Sarah's hand.

ALT Joseph and Sarah are dancing in a rehearsal studio. Sarah is balancing on one leg with the other leg outstretched behind her. Joseph is stood next to her and is holding Sarah's hand.
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
10 Aug 2022
With one month to go until our dynamic mixed programme opens, today we’re treating you with brand new rehearsal photos. Experience three immersive new works from Dickson Mbi, Mthuthuzeli November and Stina Quagebeur at @LeedsPlayhouse & @RoyalOperaHouse: northernballet.com/three-sho…
Northern Ballet dancers are in rehearsal, stood in a line with their backs to the camera. Their arms are out to the side with their hands turned upwards towards the ceiling. Photo by Mthuthuzeli November.

ALT Northern Ballet dancers are in rehearsal, stood in a line with their backs to the camera. Their arms are out to the side with their hands turned upwards towards the ceiling. Photo by Mthuthuzeli November.

Northern Ballet dancers are in rehearsal. One dancer is crouched, looking down to the floor. They are surrounded by five dancers who have their hands on his shoulders and arms. Photo by Mthuthuzeli November.

ALT Northern Ballet dancers are in rehearsal. One dancer is crouched, looking down to the floor. They are surrounded by five dancers who have their hands on his shoulders and arms. Photo by Mthuthuzeli November.

Northern Ballet dancers are in rehearsal. They are stood facing the camera learning towards the right, with their hands on their hips. Photo by Mthuthuzeli November.

ALT Northern Ballet dancers are in rehearsal. They are stood facing the camera learning towards the right, with their hands on their hips. Photo by Mthuthuzeli November.

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Northern Ballet@northernballet
4 Jul 2022
The Little Mermaid swims into @SheffieldLyceum, @gohbelfast, @mayflower and @TheatreRoyalNew this autumn 🧜‍♀️ Rediscover Hans Christian Andersen’s original fairytale in this immersive ballet by David Nixon CBE. Tickets now on sale: northernballet.com/the-littl…
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
2 Jul 2022
#NBExpressions will feature performances from @BalletLearning's own accessible dance groups Ability & In Motion. These courses are designed to develop dance technique and fitness alongside creative skills through our unique training methods: northernballet.com/join-in/i…
Two dancers in wheelchairs in a performance from Expressions 2019. The two dancers are looking at each other and holding hands. Photo by Brian Slater.

ALT Two dancers in wheelchairs in a performance from Expressions 2019. The two dancers are looking at each other and holding hands. Photo by Brian Slater.
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
1 Jul 2022
Our spring season might have ended but it won’t be long before we return to stage. From September we will resume touring: Three Short Ballets: @LeedsPlayhouse & @RoyalOperaHouse Linbury Theatre The Little Mermaid: @SheffieldLyceum, @gohbelfast, @mayflower & @TheatreRoyalNew
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Mark Skipper retweeted
Northern Ballet@northernballet
29 Jun 2022
We’re delighted that across the spring season we performed: • 110 performances • Across 31 venues • To 44,189 people Catch us back on stage from September for performances of Three Short Ballets, The Little Mermaid and The Nutcracker: northernballet.com/whats-on
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
21 Jun 2022
Thank you to everyone who attended our performances over the spring season. The Company are now taking a well-deserved break and we look forward to returning to stage with Three Short Ballets, The Little Mermaid and The Nutcracker this Autumn: northernballet.com/whats-on
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
20 Jun 2022
This #LearningDisabilityWeek we’re highlighting Ability, our dance course for adults with learning disabilities: northernballet.com/join-in/i… (1/2)
Ability performing at Expressions 2019. A group of dancers are stood in a line on stage looking out at the audience. Behind them is a blue backdrop with the title 'Expressions: a celebration of inclusive dance'. Photo by Brian Slater.

ALT Ability performing at Expressions 2019. A group of dancers are stood in a line on stage looking out at the audience. Behind them is a blue backdrop with the title 'Expressions: a celebration of inclusive dance'. Photo by Brian Slater.

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Northern Ballet@northernballet
16 Jun 2022
We are looking for a skilled Deputy Wigs & Makeup Manager who will assist the Wigs and Makeup Manager in all aspects of wigs, hair, makeup, and hair accessories for show creation. northernballet.com/vacancy/2… #vacancy #artsjobs
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
2 Jun 2022
Fantastic news, our former Artistic Director has been awarded Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the Jubilee Honours. Congratulations to Mr David Nixon CBE! 🎉🥳
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
1 Jun 2022
Could you be our next Director of Communications & Digital? We have an incredible opportunity to join Northern Ballet to lead on all aspects of the Company’s communications, ticket sales, PR, digital & branding strategies. Deadline to apply is 22 June: northernballet.com/vacancy/2…
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
31 May 2022
One week to go until The Great Gatsby leaps into @New_Theatre - will you be joining us for this luxurious production? Travel back to the 1920s and get your tickets now: northernballet.com/the-great…
Antoinette Brooks-Daw and Ashley Dixon in The Great Gatsby. Both dancers are dressed in white and are in the centre of the image, highlighted by the stage lights in the background. Ashley has one arm around Antoinette's waist. Photo by Riku Ito.

ALT Antoinette Brooks-Daw and Ashley Dixon in The Great Gatsby. Both dancers are dressed in white and are in the centre of the image, highlighted by the stage lights in the background. Ashley has one arm around Antoinette's waist. Photo by Riku Ito.
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Mark Skipper retweeted
Northern Ballet@northernballet
29 May 2022
Expressions returns to stage this July to showcase exciting new work of inclusive dance groups from Yorkshire and beyond. Celebrating the talents of disabled dancers, this is the only event of its kind in Leeds and will have you dancing in your seat! northernballet.com/join-in/i…
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
25 May 2022
Join us for a week of exciting workshops inspired by our production of The Great Gatsby. On our annual Summer Course, children aged 7-11 will work with a professional Charleston dancer and get the chance to learn some of the moves that appear in the show:northernballet.com/join-in/c…
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Northern Ballet@northernballet
24 May 2022
The Great Gatsby soars into @MKTheatre tonight! Brimming with passion, drama and style, don’t miss one of Northern Ballet’s most treasured productions. Book your tickets now: northernballet.com/the-great…
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