Our Mission and Values

Ballet Everywhere

Birmingham Royal Ballet's mission is to reach out and move people with great ballet and music

We will tour world-class classical ballet to the widest possible audience in the UK and internationally; create new works that reflect the world we live in; and release the creative potential in people of all ages and backgrounds.

In fulfilling our mission we will:

- Be bold and inspiring in our artistic vision – performing the great classical ballets alongside new works telling stories reflecting today's society

- Bring exceptional artists and creatives together, creating work of scale and ambition which both entertains and helps us reflect on our own lives and those around us

- Provide opportunities for young people realise their creative potential pursue careers in the performing arts

- Build a "digital stage" to connect with new and global online audiences

- Pursue diversity, equity and inclusiveness in every thought and action

- Invest in the creativity and well-being of our talented and passionate team

- Be ambassadors for our home city of Birmingham

Our Values

Creative to the Core

- We embrace innovation and are open to new ideas
- We are passionate about dance and the joy it can bring
- We combine artistic vision with strong commercial leadership
- Live music lifts us and lies at the heart of everything we do

Devoted to Brilliance

- We are a world-class ballet company
- We recognise that individual talent isn't enough, we have the professionalism and commitment of an Olympic team
- We are a global leader and a local champion, supporting and celebrating our home city of Birmingham

Diverse and Different

- We work hard to make ballet accessible to everyone
- A truly diverse company we understand and celebrate difference
- We want to create an open environment where artists, staff, directors, volunteers and partners bring ballet to a more culturally diverse audience

Full of Heart

- We are bold and confident in the steps we take
- We respect each other's individual skills
- From education to outreach, community is at our very core
- We bring through the talent of tomorrow