Described as “visually stunning” and “magnificent,” Robert Curran’s Coppélia reimagines a classic ballet. Set in a small Midwestern town, Coppélia tells the tale of a lifelike doll in a windowfront. Mistaken by the townspeople as a young, mysterious woman, she provides an escape for a community preoccupied with the realities of war. With beautiful choreography and comical toy characters, Coppélia is the perfect way to start the Ballet season!

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Coppélia

Victoria Theatre

New Beginnings offers a glimpse of the exciting new era that lies before the Dayton Ballet. The Ballet’s new Artistic Director will handpick the repertoire for this performance, sharing a sampling of their vision for the next generation of the historic company.

New Beginnings

Don’t miss the world premiere of the much-anticipated new production of Dayton’s most beloved Holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! From the creative minds of Artistic Director and choreographer Brandon Ragland, costume designer Lyn Baudendistel, and scenic designer Ray Zupp, the timeless story of Clara’s magical Christmastime journey returns to the stage, set to Tchaikovsky’s gorgeous score performed live by the Dayton Philharmonic.

The Nutcracker

Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center

One of DPAA’s favorite performances, The Nutcracker: Sensory-Friendly, is great for all families, but especially those with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other social, learning, or cognitive atypicality. This special performance features recorded music rather than a live orchestra and omits loud sounds and jarring effects. A sensory-friendly video guide and other educational materials are available to enhance the experience.

The Nutcracker: Sensory Friendly

Have a royal ball at this classic retelling of Cinderella, choreographed by Artistic Director Brandon Ragland to Prokofiev’s sparkling score. Cinderella yearns to escape from her life as a scullery maid to her mean and jealous stepsisters. Enter her Fairy Godmother, a handsome prince, a little help and a lot of magic, and Cinderella gets a glimpse of living happily ever after!

Cinderella

Enjoy a night of classical and contemporary ballet and witness the astounding talent of Dayton Ballet’s dancers. Pointes of View showcases choreography from one of the most influential choreographers of the 20th Century, George Balanchine, to up-and-coming choreographers making their mark in today’s ever-evolving ballet stages.

Brandon Ragland

Events

Upcoming events

13 - 22 Dec, 2024

The Nutcracker · Dayton Performing Arts

Dec 20, 2024

The Nutcracker: Sensory Friendly · Dayton Performing Arts

14 - 16 Feb, 2025

Cinderella · Dayton Performing Arts

9 - 11 May, 2025

Pointes of View · Dayton Performing Arts

Past events

18 - 20 Oct, 2024

Coppélia · Dayton Performing Arts

12 - 14 Apr, 2024

New Beginnings · Dayton Performing Arts

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