An enchanting pumpkin, a royal ball and a glass slipper left behind set the stage for "Cinderella," the rags-to-riches fairy tale beloved by families for generations.  Featuring the whimsical music of Prokofiev and brought to life through the timeless beauty of ballet, audiences of all ages will delight in the magic as a Fairy Godmother helps to transform Cinderella into the princess she was always destined to be.

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Cinderella

Balboa Park

Lakshmi Basile (“La Chimi”) is an internationally acclaimed flamenco dancer and choreographer whose dynamic performances embody the soul and intensity of authentic Spanish flamenco. Born in California and trained in both the U.S. and Spain, she has built a celebrated career performing in tablaos and festivals across Europe and beyond, earning prestigious awards in Spain’s Concurso de las Minas de La Unión and Concurso Nacional de Arte Flamenco de Córdoba. Basile’s powerful footwork, expressive presence, and deep connection to flamenco tradition offer audiences a compelling and richly emotional experience

Spanish Flamenco: La Chimi & Friends

San Diego State University

Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget. Get tickets today!

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Jacobs Music Center

A Magical Holiday Adventure Awaits! Celebrate the season with The Nutcracker-a festive, family-friendly ballet full of holiday magic, whimsical characters, and Tchaikovsky's unforgettable music to sweep you up in the moment. Featuring 40 international dancers, over 150 hand-crafted costumes, and enchanting sets, World Ballet Company's beloved production is the perfect tradition to share with loved ones. Make this year's holiday one to remember ABOUT THE COMPANY: The World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries. To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 280 cities, reaching an audience of more than 500,000, many of whom are first-time attendees to a ballet.

World Ballet Company: Nutcracker

Balboa Theatre

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Experience the world's most in-demand ballet, "Swan Lake", presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and performed by International Ballet Stars. A full-scale production features Tchaikovsky's legendary score and brings the masterpiece choreography by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov to life. Be spellbound by the iconic variation of Little Swans, Odile's 32 fouettés, and the graceful movements of the talented Ukrainian dancers. With over 200 custom scenery pieces adding grandeur and beauty, this production promises to be a spectacular visual treat. Featuring a brilliant cast of artists from Italy, France, Georgia, Great Britain, Ukraine, Japan, Moldova, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan, this tour celebrates the diversity and global excellence of classical ballet. Ballet in Two Acts with 1 Intermission. The show is family-friendly and suitable for ages 3 and up.

Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars

Snow Queen is a classic fairytale transformed into an exquisite ballet about love and friendship, and how the warmth of a friend's devoted heart removes the spell of a wicked Queen. A colorful journey full of dangers and obstacles, shown through the beauty and aesthetics of the ballet will bring festive delight to the stage this winter.

The Snow Queen

San Diego Civic Theatre

Welcome to the magical world of Cinderella, coming to San Diego this Fall! An enchanting story for all ages with a wonderful dose of humor, majesty of classical ballet and the promise of "happily ever after". World Ballet Company's visually stunning production of Cinderella is performed LIVE by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers, features over 150 hand-sewn radiant costumes, richly detailed hand-crafted sets and sparkling choreography by Marina Kesler. And don't forget - when the clock strikes midnight.. "..handpainted sets, over 150 incredible costumes and brilliant artistry that is not to miss." - Modern Luxury San Diego. "It was a treat to see probably some of the finest ballet artists in the world. This is probably as good as it gets" - Times-Advocate Duration: 2 hours (including 20-minute intermission)

World Ballet Company: Cinderella

A TIMELESS FAIRYTALE COMES TO LIFE Raúl Salamanca's CINDERELLA Step into the magic of Cinderella, where love, transformation, and destiny unfold in a breathtaking ballet. Golden State Ballet presents this enchanting production, featuring the mesmerizing choreography of Artistic Director Raúl Salamanca. Set to Prokofiev's legendary score, this ballet weaves together breathtaking storytelling and timeless magic. Music by Sergei Prokofiev.

Golden State Ballet Presents Cinderella

Difficult Grace is a multimedia concert tour de force conceived by and featuring Seth Parker Woods in the triple role of cellist, narrator/guide and movement artist. Heightened by film, spoken text, dance and visual artwork, Difficult Grace is a semiautobiographical exploration of identity, past/present histories and personal growth that draws inspiration from the Great Migration, the historic newspaper The Chicago Defender, immigration and the poetry of Kemi Alabi and Dudley Randall.

Difficult Grace

When Jane accepts a position as Governess at Thornfield Hall, little does she expect a spark to kindle between her and the brooding Mr Rochester. As you watch her fall under his spell, something hides in the shadows, waiting to destroy her happiness.

Jane Eyre

The Grand Theatre & Opera House Leeds

Norwich Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall

Lyceum Theatre

Dance that Evokes Passion and Sparks the Soul. Lovely and lyrical. Compelling and heartbreaking. SDB's production's of Romeo et Juliet has been moving San Diego audiences for the past decade. A rapturous evening devoted to young love and to those who remember its triumphs and tragedies. Artistic Director Javier Velasco's re-staging of Shakespeare's masterpiece is a lush, yet intimate rumination that focuses on the inner desires of the most famous star-crossed lovers of all time.

San Diego Ballet Presents Romeo Et Juliet

Experience the enchanting tale of Sleeping Beauty brought to life in a mesmerizing ballet by Classical Arts Entertainment, celebrating its 10th anniversary on the Grand National Tour! Witness the captivating performance by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine as they tell the story of Princess Aurora, cursed to a century-long slumber by the evil fairy Carabosse. With lavish sets, hand-painted scenery, exquisite costumes designed by the most talented artists of Ukraine, and Tchaikovsky's iconic score, this production promises an unforgettable experience. Led by a cast of world-class dancers, the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine's artistry and flawless execution will transport you into a world of wonder and magic. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a masterpiece of classical ballet. Book your tickets now and be enchanted by Sleeping Beauty!

The Sleeping Beauty - State Ballet Of Ukraine

Since its appearance at ArtPower in 2017, the “elegant and bold, inventive and joyful.” (Times Union) Malpaso Dance Company has become one of the most sought after Cuban dance companies with a growing international profile. Emphasizing a collaborative creative process, Malpaso is committed to working with top international choreographers while also nurturing new voices in Cuban choreography.

Malpaso Dance Company

University of California San Diego

Shen Yun: 5,000 Years of Civilization Reborn The gong resounds. The curtain rises. A world of wonder unfolds before your eyes. Fairies float through seas of billowing clouds. Mongolian horsemen race across endless grasslands. Majestic dynasties and celestial realms come alive. Timeless tales of love, humor, heroism, and faith are vividly brought to life on stage. Shen Yun Performing Arts, a nonprofit organization based in New York, is devoted to reviving and celebrating China?s rich cultural heritage?a treasure nearly lost to decades of communist suppression. Through breathtaking classical dance and mesmerizing music, Shen Yun offers an artistic experience unlike any other, transcending time and borders. Embark on an extraordinary journey spanning 5,000 years of Chinese culture. Prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and deeply moved by this unforgettable celebration of tradition and humanity.

Shen Yun

Under the lead of Mark Howard, founding artistic director/choreographer—and recent inductee into the 2023 Irish American Hall of Fame—Trinity Irish Dance Company (TIDC) makes its debut at ArtPower just in time to welcome St. Patrick’s Day! TIDC has significantly changed the direction and scope of Irish dance, re-introducing the art form as the phenomenon it is today. This uniquely Irish-American company was the birthplace of progressive Irish dance, an innovative movement genre which “ushered in a new era for Irish step dance” (Chicago Tribune), opening new avenues of artistic freedom that led directly to commercial productions such as “Riverdance.”

Trinity Irish Dance Company

Experience the enchantment of "Swan Lake Act II" with the City Ballet of San Diego, as they bring to life one of ballet's most iconic roles. This mesmerizing performance is a highlight of the 2024-25 season, showcasing the symphonic sweep of Tchaikovsky’s score and the exquisite choreography by Elizabeth Wistrich, inspired by Lev Ivanov's original work. 

Join us at the Balboa Theatre in Downtown San Diego for two unforgettable performances: Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 8:00 pm, and Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The magic continues at the Concert Hall California Center for the Arts, Escondido, with a performance on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 8:00 pm. Enhance your experience with a free lecture by City Ballet Artistic Director Steven Wistrich, starting 45 minutes prior to each performance, offering deeper insights into the ballet.

Tickets are available now as part of a season ticket package, with individual tickets going on sale on September 5, 2024. Prices range from $39 to $99, with facility and Ticketmaster/Box Office ticketing fees applicable to all single ticket sales. 

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the beauty and drama of "Swan Lake Act II," a testament to the power of classical ballet to convey stories and evoke emotions. Secure your tickets early and prepare for an evening of breathtaking artistry.

Swan Lake Act II

California Center for the Arts, Escondido

First up, the evocative, mysterious Tangata. Tango and Ballet come together to create a world of dangerous beauty within the sensual music of Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla.

Then, Carnival of the Animals gets a new life, set to a world premiere Latin jazz score by San Diego’s own trumpeter and composer Gilbert Castellanos with the Gilbert Castellanos Quartet.  Join us on this dazzling look at the animal kingdom through the lens of Latin rhythms.

Carnival of the Animals and Tangata

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

As the clock strikes midnight join Ebenezer Scrooge on the journey of a lifetime to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Travel with the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future through family firesides, cold winter nights and the promise of a brighter future. A festive feast for the senses, Northern Ballet brings one of the most loved stories of all time to life.

A Christmas Carol

Hull New Theatre

Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet! to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to create warm glowing memories under the tree: get tickets now!

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

joyUS justUS is an evening length participatory Activist Dance Theater experience that takes on joy as the ultimate expression of resistance. Whenever humans have survived immense hardship and injustice, prevailing with their humanity intact, the presence of joy­­ or, the knowingness and celebration of our true beauty and power has always been at the root. joyUS justUS reclaims the dominant deficit ­based narrative of people of color in this country as being underprivileged, voiceless, powerless, and victimized, and flips it on its head by embodying stories of joy collected from communities of color in South Los Angeles.

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