Christopher Wheeldon

About

Christopher Wheeldon is a renowned British choreographer and ballet dancer, known for his innovative and contemporary approach to ballet. Born on March 22, 1973, in Somerset, England, Wheeldon trained at the Royal Ballet School and later joined the Royal Ballet as a dancer. He gained recognition for his choreographic work while a dancer at the Royal Ballet, creating notable pieces such as 'Chroma' and 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland', which received critical acclaim. Wheeldon has also choreographed works for major ballet companies worldwide, including New York City Ballet and San Francisco Ballet. He was awarded the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Dance Production and has received multiple accolades for his contributions to dance. In addition to his work in ballet, Wheeldon has collaborated on projects combining ballet with contemporary and musical theatre, further establishing his influence in the world of dance.