ballet

The Seasons' Canon

The Seasons’ Canon

British Columbia native Crystal Pite’s complex yet seamless choreography is set to a modern adaptation of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in The Seasons’ Canon at Pacific Northwest Ballet. The program also includes Twyla Tharp’s Sweet Fields, and Jessica Lang’s The Calling. Dates April 12, 7:30 p.m. April 13, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. April 18, 7:30…

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Harold and the Purple Crayon

This hour-long, narrated production features performances by PNB School students and is the perfect introduction to ballet for any young patron. Bring the whole family and watch as Harold draws, and dances through, a landscape full of wonder and excitement. *Child-priced tickets are half off for a limited time. Show Schedule March 23, 12:30 p.m….

Debuts

Debuts

Olympic Ballet Theatre’s 2024 production of Debuts presents two vibrant and exciting new works by talented contemporary choreographers: “Luna” by award-winning Juilliard alum and choreographer Norbert De La Cruz III. “Keep Me In Mind” by Eva Stone, founder of the Stone Dance Collective and CHOP SHOP: Bodies of Work Contemporary Dance Festival.

Swan Lake

Swan Lake

By the light of Ming Cho Lee’s luminous moon, let our flock of ethereal swans transport you to the wondrous world of Kent Stowell’s Swan Lake. This ballet classic is carefully crafted to keep you on the edge of your seat, from the epic dancing, to the stunning scenery and costumes, to the iconic score…

Snow White by Grand Kyiv Ballet

Snow White by Grand Kyiv Ballet

Based on a fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, the ballet of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs takes the vibrant style of a Disney animated movie and sets it to the musical motifs of Polish composer Bogdan Pavlovsky. We are thrilled to have the prime dancers from the National Opera and Ballet of Ukraine…

The Nutcracker - Olympic Ballet

The Nutcracker – Olympic Ballet

Choreographed by OBT artistic directors Oleg Gorboulev and Mara Vinson, this classic production of The Nutcracker features sets designed by Jeanne Franz, Phillip Lineau, and Ruth Gilmore. Show dates/times Dec. 15, 7 p.m. Dec. 16, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 17, 5 p.m. Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Dec. 19, 2 p.m. Dec. 20, 2 p.m.

The Nutcracker - Olympic Ballet- Everett

The Nutcracker – Olympic Ballet- Everett

Choreographed by OBT artistic directors Oleg Gorboulev and Mara Vinson, this classic production of The Nutcracker features sets designed by Jeanne Franz, Phillip Lineau, and Ruth Gilmore. Show dates/times Dec. 8, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 9, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 10, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

From long-standing family traditions to first trips to the ballet, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker is ready to delight one and all. Stroll through the liveliest lobby in town and settle in for the holiday treat of the season. From the dazzling costumes to the unforgettable performances, come discover why The Nutcracker is an integral part of the holidays for…

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

From long-standing family traditions to first trips to the ballet, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker is ready to delight one and all. Stroll through the liveliest lobby in town and settle in for the holiday treat of the season. From the dazzling costumes to the unforgettable performances, come discover why The Nutcracker is an integral part of the holidays for…

Love and Loss

Love and Loss

This trio of works created for PNB shines a light on some of the stunning world premieres that our New Works Initiative has created in recent years. Donald Byrd’s haunting Love and Loss premiered in 2019, Alexei Ratmansky’s stunning tribute to his homeland of Ukraine, Wartime Elegy, followed in 2022, and inventive Australian choreographer Dani Rowe will create something…

World Ballet Series: Cinderella

World Ballet Series: Cinderella

A part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most celebrated fairy tale to life. 

Petite Mort

Petite Mort

We’ve packed as much whimsy, artistry, and drama as possible into our 2023/24 season opener. Built on a foundation of music from Mozart to Beethoven, this triple bill looks at the world of dance through unique shifts in perspective. Jiri Kylian’s Petite Mort and Sechs Tänze return after a long hiatus, along with Alexander Ekman’s…

Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB): Worlds to Come

Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB): Worlds to Come

In the final production of our 50th Anniversary Season, we turn our eyes to the future. This mixed bill features choreographers on the cutting edge, who help us imagine what ballet may become over the next century. What voices will be featured? Whose stories will be told? Discover the beginnings of answers in world premiere…

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