The National Ballet of Canada has received a prestigious U.K. Critics’ Circle National Dance Award for Angels’ Atlas by Crystal Pite, winning in the category of Best Classical Choreography. The acclaimed work was performed in October 2024 at Sadler’s Wells in London as part of Frontiers: Choreographers of Canada, alongside pieces by James Kudelka and Emma Portner. Artistic director Hope Muir expressed pride in the company and gratitude for the recognition, noting the special place Angels’ Atlas holds in the company’s repertoire. The award was announced on June 9 in London, celebrating excellence in Britain’s vibrant dance scene.
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