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 gave Wright his first chance to lead, resulting in Wright establishing the Sadler's Wells Opera Ballet, a company of dancers who would perform the dance sequences in the operas at the Sadler's Wells Opera company.