Following a successful tour of their adaptation of Swan Lake, Ballet Theatre UK are back with a production more normally associated with pantomime.

Aladdin is a dazzling re-telling of this exotic classic tale boldly brought to life through the magic of classical ballet.

Follow the drama of the lonely orphan whose life is destined for greater things. Tricked by an evil sorcerer, Aladdin sets out on a quest in search for the ultimate treasure. Deceived, Aladdin is left alone in a dark and damp cave where he will uncover a life-changing object: a dusty old lamp.

With just one rub of the magical lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps the audience into a world full of daring adventure, enchanting spells, unbelievable riches, treachery and of course true love.

Ballet Theatre UK has enjoyed a major boost in personnel with eight female dancers and six males joining the ranks.

Artistic director Christopher Moore said: “We would like to thank our loyal audiences for returning each season and with their support we have been able to create and achieve more costumes and bigger sets.

“With around 150 costumes lovingly made for the production, there has been an astounding amount of work carried out.”

Ballet Theatre UK’s Aladdin will be at the Orchard Theatre, Dartford, on Tuesday, April 7, at 2pm and 5pm. Tickets cost from £15. Visit www.orchardtheatre.co.uk