From the slums of Havana to the world's greatest stages, acclaimed ballet dancer and choreographer Carlos Acosta has led an extraordinary life. He has danced with the English National Ballet, National Ballet of Cuba, The Royal Ballet, and in January will become the artistic director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet. Yuli, a film based on his autobiography No Way Home sold out screenings during this year's International Film Festival and will open on general release around New Zealand next Thursday 3 Oct.