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Family Series: Peter and the Wolf
2026-04-18 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Tobias Theater at Newfields, 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, United States
Indianapolis Ballet closes its 25/26 season with Peter and the Wolf, a whimsical production perfect for audiences of all ages. Explore the magic of Prokofiev’s classic symphonic ballet that introduces children to the orchestra. Discover how each character, from the brave Peter to the hungry wolf, is represented by a unique instrument, teaching kids about musical literacy, bravery, and storytelling through dance and sound. Francis Veyette will also be premiering a new children’s ballet, When I Grow Up.

Family Series: Pinocchio
2026-04-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
“Be brave, truthful, and unselfish.” It’s the heartwarming story of a puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy. A one-hour, narrated ballet, Pinocchio features Cincinnati Ballet Second Company – CB2 dancers and young performers from the Otto M. Budig Academy. Arrive early for free lobby games, crafts, photos, and more.

Giselle
2026-04-17 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-10 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St, Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
“Even with its vengeful ghosts, Giselle is the ultimate love story. A triumph of classical ballet, the production flourishes under the PNB touch, reminding audiences of the joy and magic of live theater while underscoring the lasting power of true love.” –The Seattle Times
This romantic ballet gem has been updated and staged by Peter Boal for PNB with sumptuous costumes and sets by Jérôme Kaplan. A mountain village in a lush forest becomes the backdrop to love, betrayal, and otherworldly specters in this compelling masterpiece.

2026 New York Season
2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-16 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | New York City Center, 131 W 55th St, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Experience the power and passion of Dance Theatre of Harlem as the company returns to New York City Center with another bold, unforgettable New York season. At the center is the long-awaited revival of Firebird, DTH’s iconic take on the classic tale of love and transformation. First created in 1982 by John Taras, with stunning sets and costumes by Geoffrey Holder, this signature work is a feast for the senses. Also on the program: dynamic works by DTH Artistic Director Robert Garland, whose choreography blends classical ballet with a modern pulse, reflecting the spirit and power of today.
Celebrate 57 years of trailblazing artistry with DTH—where legacy meets bold new vision.
DTH Company Artists Ariana Dickerson and Micah Bullard; photo by Nir Arieli.

La Sylphide
2026-04-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-12 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-11 20:00 - 22:30, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94102, United States
Lose yourself in La Sylphide’s world of romance, mystery, and ethereal beauty. This Scottish tale of love and illusion continues to captivate with timeless themes of human nature still relatable today. With its signature Romantic era enchantment complete with misty woodland scenes and a tutu-clad corps de ballet, La Sylphide is a hauntingly beautiful classic that continues to captivate audiences nearly 200 years after its debut.
Jasmine Jimison as the Sylph and Cavan Conley as James in Bournonville’s La Sylphide // © Studio Schuller for San Francisco Ballet

Director's Vision: Liberty in Motion
2026-04-12 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-10 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Liberty In Motion, a patriotic triple bill concludes Cincinnati Ballet’s 2025–2026 Season at the Aronoff Center, featuring works from choreographers George Balanchine, Justin Peck, and Claudia Schreier. Peck’s eclectic style in Times are Racing matches Dan Deacon’s electronic score with youthful vigor. Schreier’s First Impulse showcases neoclassical style rooted in contemporary ballet concepts. Balanchine’s Serenade is a milestone in the history of dance, as the first original ballet George Balanchine created in America.
Kirsten Hunsberger | Photography: Aaron M. Conway

Princess and the Pea
2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-09 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-05 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-04 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-04 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Headlining this vibrant mixed bill is a co-production with The Joffrey Ballet: Dani Rowe’s Princess and the Pea, a playful and rebellious twist on a classic tale. In the rigid world of Pea Town, where only peas are allowed, one brave girl dares to challenge the iron rule of a spoiled Princess. With wit, determination, and an unexpected ally, she embarks on a battle of wills that just might change everything.
Dazzling and dynamic as ever, George Balanchine’s Rubies sparkles with jazz-infused energy and Broadway flair. Set to Stravinsky’s fiery Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra, it fuses classical technique with modern exuberance in a playful yet sophisticated display of sharp angles and syncopated rhythms.
In the compelling UnSaid, Rowe uses the duet to embody Jonathan Safran Foer’s words: “We had everything to say to each other, and no ways to say it.” The piece gives voice to the unspoken, capturing the longing, conflict, and vulnerability that exists in the space between two people in motion.

Peter and the Wolf
2026-04-04 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Denver) | Capital High School, 8055 W Goddard Rd, Boise, ID, 83704, United States
Join Ballet Idaho for a new Family Series featuring a hilarious and clever retelling of Peter and the Wolf with choreography by Ballet Idaho’s Associate Artistic Director Anne Mueller.
