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Stars drop by to The Lake

10 December 2018

New Adventures gave their annual gala performance at Sadler's Wells on Sunday 9 December 2018 with Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake with many special guests in attendance.

New Adventures Patrons: David Walliams, Dame Darcey Bussell DBE and Tom Daley
New Adventures Patrons: David Walliams, Dame Darcey Bussell DBE and Tom Daley Credit: Dan Wooller

Many left the theatre giving the show rave reviews following a rapturous standing ovation:

Amongst our star-studded line up was also the original Swan / Stranger, Adam Cooper, who created the role that has since inspired thousands. Watch Adam's interview with us behind the scenes with Swan Lake here.

Adam Cooper (Original Swan/Stranger) at the Swan Lake gala performance
Adam Cooper Credit: Dan Wooller

Take a look at our full gallery from the evening that includes Stephen Fry, Richard E. Grant, Beverley Knight, Ore Oduba and Todrick Hall (just to name a few!):

Beverley Knight
Arlene Phillips and Harriet Thorpe
Harry Judd
Ore Oduba (presenter) and Joanne Clifton (professional dancer)
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Have you booked your ticket to the show?

Swan Lake continues at Sadler's Wells until 27 January 2019 before continuing on its major UK tour.

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