Dracula

Cape Town City Ballet unleashes Dracula at the Artscape from 13–29 March 2026 - a darkly seductive, full-length ballet by celebrated choreographer, David Nixon CBE.

Inspired by Bram Stoker’s iconic tale, this electrifying production draws audiences into a world of obsession, desire and supernatural power. Nixon’s Dracula is renowned for its cinematic sweep, Gothic intensity and physically charged choreography that pushes dancers to thrilling extremes.

Set to a haunting recorded score featuring music by Alfred Schnittke, Arvo Pärt, Sergei Rachmaninoff and Michael Daugherty, the ballet blends atmosphere with visceral storytelling. Nixon directs this new, bespoke staging for Cape Town City Ballet and personally oversees the set, stage and costume design, shaping every detail of this bold and immersive theatrical experience.

This is ballet at its most dramatic: sensual, dangerous and unforgettable.

Duration: 2hr 30min; inclusive of interval
Age Restriction: No under 12's

Kindly note Artscape provides wheelchair seating. You can book directly via this website but should you require assistance please call Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 76 95 who will assist with navigation and booking.