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Melissa Hamilton, Principal Dancer with The Royal Ballet, leads an on-stage ballet masterclass for adult dancers aged 19 and over at the Grand Opera House, Belfast on Friday 9 October 2026 at 1.00pm. The class runs 1 hour 30 minutes with no interval and costs £45.00. It is open to professional and non-professional dancers alike.
Key details
Date: Friday 9 October 2026
Time: 1.00pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes, no interval
Venue: Grand Opera House, 2-4 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7HR
Ages: 19 years and over
Price: £45.00
Previous dance experience is required. Dancers will get the most from the class with a sound knowledge of ballet vocabulary.
About the masterclass
Melissa Hamilton is a Principal Dancer with The Royal Ballet and grew up in Northern Ireland. The masterclasses are held on the Grand Opera House stage, and run alongside Melissa Hamilton's Grand Ballet Gala at the same venue from 8 to 10 October 2026. Places are limited and the theatre recommends booking early.
Questions
Is this class suitable for adult beginners? No. Previous dance experience is required, and a sound knowledge of ballet vocabulary is recommended.
Do I need to be a professional dancer? No. The class is open to both professional and non-professional adult dancers.
How much does it cost? £45.00 per place.
How do I book? Through the Grand Opera House box office online, or by phone on 028 9024 1919 (Mon to Sat, 10am to 5pm).
Details checked against goh.co.uk on 27 July 2026.
Who it's for
Adult dancers aged 19 and over, professional or non-professional, with previous dance experience and a sound knowledge of ballet vocabulary.
Schedule
Important
For the most up-to-date timings, please confirm via the official organiser website.
Workshop essentials
Bloch Zenith Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoes (Ladies, Pink)
The full-sole canvas slipper most adult beginners in Irish studios start in. Soft, forgiving, breathes well in a warm studio.
€26
Bloch Prolite 2 Split-Sole Canvas (Girls, Pink)
The split-sole canvas shoe kids graduate to once a teacher says their feet are ready - more articulation than full-sole, lighter for pointing.
€18
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