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The Florida Theatre and Talmi Entertainment have announced the return of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the  Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville. 

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts announced its 2026-2027 season, with subscriptions on sale now for its Broadway, Dance, and The Hanover Theatre Repertory (THT Rep) series.

In 'SOFT POWER,' the choreographers chip away at the edges of dance disciplines and soften the apparently rigid boundaries between them.

Boston Ballet will present a diverse lineup for its 2026-2027 season, including classics like CINDERELLA and COPPÉLIA, alongside contemporary works and an all-Balanchine program.

Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinksi Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, announced today that Principal Dancer Siphesihle November will be departing the company at the end of the 2025/26 season.

Justin Valentine will appear as a guest artist in SWAN LAKE ACT II with Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet. He will perform the role of Prince Siegfried at the Riverview Theatre in Louisiana.

Performances are now underway for  CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre ahead of a Wednesday, April 7 opening night. Meet the cast here!

New Vic Theatre has announced its upcoming co-production of ROMEO & JULIET, featuring comedian Russell Kane in a leading role. Learn more about the season lineup here!

According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Peninsula Lively Arts and its subsidiary Peninsula Ballet Theatre will close after nearly 60 years, having spent decades teaching performance and dance in San Mateo County.

Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL starring Tobias Turley, Leonor Correia, Caitlin Tipping and Luke Bayer as Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay and Ryan respectively, will extend its run at Lowry, Salford.

American Ballet Theatre has announced that Natalia Osipova, Principal Dancer with The Royal Ballet and former ABT Principal, will return to the company as a Guest Artist during its 2026 Summer season at the Metropolitan Opera House.

Symphony San Jose has revealed its 2026/2027 season, one that will mark such historic milestones as the 25th anniversary of the Symphony, the 100th anniversary of the California Theatre, and more.

Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney has announced the company’s 2026–2027 season, which will feature a mix of classic ballet works, contemporary choreography, and family programming.

In 2026 Sadler's Wells continues its year-round Ballet with attitude programme, showcasing the range of the genre from beloved classics to contemporary works.

Ballet West has announced its 2026–2027 season, marking 20 years of leadership by Artistic Director Adam Sklute. The lineup will feature seven productions combining classical favorites, contemporary works, and premieres.

New York City Ballet has announced that Ryan Tomash has been promoted from Soloist to Principal Dancer. The promotion was made by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan following the matinee performance on Saturday, February 28, in which Tomash danced a leading role in Jerome Robbins' Dances at a Gathering.

Des Moines has a thriving arts community.  One of the amazing organizations that is making this community thrive is Ballet Des Moines. I had the opportunity to attend their performance of “Nothing Holds Still” this last weekend. The show featured world-premiere dances and collaborations with other community artists.  If all of their shows are as beautiful as this one, I have a feeling I’ll be seeing more of them.

Sammy Moore, Cam Tweed, Ryan Upton, Alice O'Brien, Courtney Cyrus, Ena Yamaguchi will star in Derrière on a G String, directed by Alfred Taylor-Gaunt at the King's Head Theatre. 

What did our critic think of SWAN LAKE at TPAC'S Jackson Hall?

Connecticut Ballet will be reviving the romantic tragedy Giselle for two performances only, both featuring acclaimed guest artists in the leads.

Sadler's Wells will present a new production of THE SNOWMAN at the Peacock Theatre, offering a festive treat with additional programming at their venues.

Sumptuous design, assured dancing and clear storytelling combine to create a Nutcracker that is both elegant and utterly engrossing.

This December, a Northern Ballet, 4Pi Productions, and Schwarzman Centre production Clara & The Nutcracker will premiere at the newly built Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities at the University of Oxford.

About a month ago, I made the decision to shift my career focus to Musical Theater Performance after 3 years in college as a Flute Performance major. This is my story about finally listening to the dreams planted in my head and following my intuition

92NY Harkness Dance Center will present a masterclass workshop with renowned ballet dancer Megan Fairchild, offering an exclusive educational opportunity for dancers.