Dance classes in Portland, Oregon
OBT is the largest professional ballet company in Oregon, employing nearly 200 people and attracting artists from around the globe with our reputation for excellence. The company is rooted in the traditions of classical ballet, with a repertoire that ranges from the great classics to premieres from some of the most exciting choreographic voices in the field today. Our mission is dedicated to the vitality of, and access to, world-class ballet performance and training in our region.
Oregon Ballet Theatre seeks to inspire beauty and excellence in the hearts and minds of Oregonians through the creation and preservation of the highest quality classical and contemporary ballet performances. In addition to our 5-show main stage season, we train dancers from 4 years old to 80 years old through the professional and recreational classes at the Oregon Ballet Theatre School. Many of our students go on to successful professional careers at companies including the Joffrey, the Dutch National Ballet, and within our own organization.
Ballet Hispánico School will present the 2026 Pro-Up Intensive from June 16-27, offering young dancers a chance to explore choreography and dance-making with renowned choreographer Rena Butler.
OPERA IN THE PARK Portland has announced the appointment of Nicholas Fox as its Artistic Director effective December 1, 2025.
NAC Dance’s presentation of The Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Hansel & Gretel is completely unhinged, in the best possible way.
Harkness Dance Center at 92NY will present the world premiere of Late Bloomer by French-Canadian choreographer Hélène Simoneau.
Kevin Irving will begin his new role with the York Symphony Orchestra.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announced the appointment of Nicolas Gaudreau as its new director of development.
BODYTRAFFIC, featuring Incense Burning on a Saturday Morning: The Maestro- is a mesmerizing tribute to the artistry and enduring legacy of Ernie Barnes.
Ballet Hispánico will present an electrifying collaboration with Works & Process at the Guggenheim, showcasing Tango with renowned choreographers Alejandro Cervera, Graciela Daniele, and Matthew Neenan.
Ballet Hispánico will mark a decade of Instituto Coreográfico, a platform for choreographers to explore cultural identity and redefine dance.
BODYTRAFFIC, a Los Angeles-based dance company, named new artistic and executive collaborators as it prepares for its 20th anniversary, following a $1 million grant from the Perenchio Foundation.
American Repertory Ballet reveals its 2024-2025 season, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and new works.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet will kick off its 31st season—its first led by Artistic Director Amy Seiwert—with a thrilling program of premieres and celebrated works.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival has revealed Week 5 programming featuring a variety of stunning performances and crafted events for friends and family.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet has announced the lineup for its 31st season, co-curated by departing Smuin Artistic Director Celia Fushille in concert with incoming Artistic Director Amy Seiwert, who will take the helm in July.
What did our critic think of DOS MUJERES at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews this pairing of two very different ballets by Latina choreographers running through April 14th at the War Memorial Opera House.
