Our Mission and Values

The Company

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