How to MAD HOT BALLET, New Wave Style

Your outfit is ready, ticket is purchased and you’re ready to dance the night away at The National Ballet of Canada’s annual MAD HOT BALLET: New Wave Gala. This one-night-only event transforms the Four Seasons Centre into a totally rad 80s evening and here's the inside scoop on how to get the most out of your ticket and evening. From a gorgeous performance to delicious nibbles, cocktails and unexpected surprises, this is your guide on how to hit up every spot.

Come Dressed in Your 80s Best 
Sequins, shoulder pads, metallics, studs, lace, big hair and big attitude – take a trip in the time machine and bring the New Wave look into 2025.

A Performance That’ll Make Your Head Spin Right Round
What’s an evening without a little dancing? You night begins with an electric one-hour performance curated by Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director. Audiences will see a new work from newly appointed Resident Choreographer David Dawson, On the Nature of Daylight, Guillaume Côté's acclaimed Bolero and Sir Frederick Ashton's joyful Rhapsody.

  • Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Photo by George Pimentel.

Cheers, Darling!
Whet your whistle after a resounding standing ovation with a drink at one of the bars located on each floor of the Four Seasons Centre. Take your pick of wine, cocktails or beers from 13th Street, Steam Whistle Pilsner, Beau’s Lug Lite. Want extra hydration? Eska Water bottles are there when you need a break between sips. @steamwhistlebrewing @eskawater

Sip Without the Spin
Designated driver for the evening or simply love a delicious mocktail? Seedlip has you covered with sophisticated non-alcoholic sips, check out their tasting bar out at the top of the grand staircase or Bluff non-alcoholic gin & tonics available at all bars. @seedlipdrink tag for Bluff?

Snack with Style 
Feeling peck-ish and need a snack to go along with your cocktail? Whether you’re dancing on the Main Floor or mingling up in Ring 3, 10tation has you covered with crave-worthy food stations. @10tation_event_catering

Carbs & Culture
Is Italian your thing? Hit up Stelvio in the ballet boutique on the Main Floor for rustic bites that would make any Nonna proud. @stelviotoronto

  • MAD HOT BALLET guests. Photo by George Pimentel.

Makeup Check? MAC’s Got Your Back
Ska over to the MAC Cosmetics touch-up station for a refresh before hitting the dance floor (or photobooth). @maccosmeticscanada

Strike a Pose
If you didn’t post it, did it even happen? Party Pix photobooth is here to help capture the moment. Stop by and snap a professional photo to commemorate this stellar night!

Luxe in the Loo
Need a zen moment? Head to the Mirror in the Bathroom, the Four Seasons loos are transformed into serene spas thanks to Aesop. @aesopskincare.

Spin Right Round 
Once you’ve hit up all the stations, you’re all dolled up and feeling inspired after watching a great evening of dance, it’s time for you to get your groove on! Party with us and Evolved Entertainment and DJ EFSharp. @evolvedent @djefsharp.

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  • Artists of the Ballet. Footage by Karolina Kuras.

Top Photo: Heather Ogden. Photo by Karolina Kuras.