In 1955, de Valois gave Wright his first opportunity to direct, making him responsible for the formation of the Sadler's Wells Opera Ballet, a troupe of dancers who would perform the dances in the operas at the Sadler's Wells Opera company.
In 1955, de Valois provided Wright with an initial opportunity to helm, which led to Wright creating the Sadler's Wells Opera Ballet, a group of dancers that would execute the choreographed routines in the operas at the Sadler's Wells Opera House.