Best Ballet in Chicago
Best Ballet in Chicago
Best Ballet in Chicago
Best Ballet in Chicago
Best Ballet in Chicago
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico: De Amalia Hernandez
March 1, 2025
Auditorium Theatre
Mexico's oldest folklore dance troupe return Stateside!
Best Ballet in Chicago
Best Ballet in Chicago
The Nutcracker
November 23 - 24
The Center For The Performing Arts - GSU
The world's favorite Holiday ballet!
Best Ballet in Chicago
Best Ballet in Chicago
Joffrey Ballet - Atonement
October 17 - 27
Civic Opera House
Witness the U.S. premiere of renowned choreographer Cathy Marston's 'Atonement'
Best Ballet in Chicago
Salt Creek Ballet - The Nutcracker
Once again, Salt Creek Ballet will march their way on to the stage this December for the holiday season! Follow the journey of our brave heroine Clara and her dashing nutcracker prince, as they battle armed mice and celebrate victory at the court of the Sugar Plum Fairy! A must-see for ballet fans to celebrate the festive season with all the family.
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico: De Amalia Hernandez
Seen by millions of dance fans worldwide, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico has traveled to more than 60 countries and regularly garners rave reviews with every new show they produce. The oldest celebrated dance company in Mexico, Ballet Folklorico was founded in 1952 by Amalia Hernandez, as her own personal ambition to rescue the 60+ dancing traditions of Mexico. They have created more than 40 productions since then, each highlighting the historical and cultural importance of Mexico's different regions.
Twyla Tharp Dance
Multi-award winning Twyla Tharp is known in the world of dance as a visionary and innovative choreographer, now she returns with a new program that displays her hallmarks of humour, generous spirit and zeal, tied together with immaculate techniques and decades of experience from this pure iconoclast.
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!
Joffrey Ballet - Atonement
Experience the U.S. debut of celebrated choreographer Cathy Marston's interpretation of Ian McEwan's 2001 novel, which later became an Academy Award-winning film. This rendition delves into the depths of Briony Tallis' journey, now depicted as a renowned choreographer, as she confronts the shadows of her past through a captivating dance of redemption.
State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine - Sleeping Beauty
Declared his best work by Tchaikovsky himself, Sleeping Beauty is one of the repertoire's most brilliant and beguiling works, and what better way to experience the shimmering fairytale than in this production from the esteemed State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine? Choreographed after Marcus Petipa, join the internationally acclaimed company as they invite you into the enchanted world of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years, and the prince who must battle through evil to save her.