TYB Arts was invited by the Abu Dhabi Festival to produce a ballet gala as part of its prestigious annual festival.
On April 22, 2025, TYB Arts presented an extraordinary evening of ballet at the NYU Abu Dhabi Theatre, featuring principal dancers from some of the world’s most renowned ballet companies. The carefully curated program celebrated the rich tradition of ballet, showcasing works from the classical, romantic, and contemporary repertoire.
The exceptional cast included:
- Léonore Baulac and Mathieu Ganio, Étoiles from the Paris Opera Ballet
- Elisa Badenes and Martí Paixà, Principals of the Stuttgart Ballet
- Emma Hawes and Aitor Arrieta, Lead Principals of English National Ballet
- Madison Young and Jinhao Zhang, Principals of the Bayerisches Staatsballett
Thomas Yaksic Beckdorf, Managing Director of TYB Arts, commented in Aletihad newspaper: “The city is a meeting point for people from all over the world, bringing together audiences with varied artistic sensibilities and deep appreciation for global cultures. This diversity elevates the experience, making the performance not only a display of extraordinary talent but also a celebration of dance as a universal language that transcends borders.”