Lauren Cuthbertson

Lauren Louise Cuthbertson (born 11 June 1984) is an English ballerina and a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet in London.

Lauren Cuthbertson
Cuthbertson as Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty
Born
Lauren Louise Cuthbertson

(1984-06-11) 11 June 1984
Devon, England
EducationRoyal Ballet School
OccupationBallet dancer

Early life and education

Lauren Cuthbertson was born in Devon in 1984. She began studying dance at a local dance school run by Pamela De Waal (now the Buckingham Dance Studios in Paignton), becoming focused on classical ballet when she was offered a place on the Royal Ballet School's Junior Associate Programme. As a junior associate, she took part in weekly classes based on the Royal Ballet School training system. These are held in major cities throughout the UK, for young dancers who show a particular aptitude for ballet.

Cuthbertson later auditioned successfully for a permanent place at the Royal Ballet School based at White Lodge, Richmond Park. She attended the school from the age of 11-16 and was then offered a place to further her training at the upper school. Skipping 2nd year, she went straight into the 3rd year and graduated at age 17.[1]

Career

She joined The Royal Ballet in February 2002, as a member of the corps de ballet. She was promoted to soloist in September 2003, first soloist in September 2006 and then principal in June 2008.[2] The position of principal is the highest rank in the ballet company and identifies her as one of the leading dancers.[3]

In 2011, the Royal Ballet premiered its first new full-length ballet in 16 years; Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Cuthbertson originated the title role of Alice in the ballet, to acclaim from dance critics.[4] In 2014, she originated the role of Queen Hermione in a second full-length ballet; The Winter's Tale.[4]

Personal life

In June 2020, Cuthbertson announced on Instagram that she is expecting her first child.[5] On 29th December 2020, Cuthbertson reported that she had given birth to a daughter named Peggy. [6]

Awards

Cuthbertson's awards include:[7]

  • Arts and Culture Women of the Future Award 2007
  • Varna International Ballet Competition (Silver) 2006
  • Critics Circle Award, Outstanding Classical Artist Nominated for The Southwark Newcomer Award 2004
  • Adeline Genée Award (Silver) 2001
  • Young British Dancer of the Year 2001
  • Dame Ninette de Valois Award 2001–2002
  • Phyllis Bedell's Bursary Award 2000
  • Lynn Seymour Award for Expressive Dance 2000
  • Young British Dancer of the Year (Silver) 2000

References
  1. Bain, David (23 March 2005). "Lauren Cuthbertson" (PDF). the ballet association.
  2. "Lauren Cuthbertson". roh.org.uk. Retrieved 12 November 2015.
  3. Boxharry CMS. "About Lauren". laurencuthbertson.com. Archived from the original on 21 November 2015. Retrieved 12 November 2015.
  4. Murphy, Siobhan. "Royal Ballet's Lauren Cuthbertson: Nothing is insurmountable". The Metro. Associated Newspapers. Retrieved 6 June 2014.
  5. "Lauren Cuthbertson on Instagram: "In the bag! 👶🏼🙏🏻❤️ Zoom in for mega pout and thumbs up"". Instagram.
  6. "Lauren Cuthbertson on Instagram: "Welcome to the world darling Peggy..." Instagram.
  7. Boxharry CMS. "Awards". laurencuthbertson.com. Archived from the original on 15 December 2015. Retrieved 12 November 2015.
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