Ballet in Boston

Classical ballet, contemporary dance, touring productions, and live performances in Boston.

Updated: October 26, 2026
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Boston, MA, offers a variety of ballet performances, from classical productions and contemporary dance to touring companies and seasonal favorites. Find upcoming ballet shows, performance dates, venues, seating options, and tickets throughout the area.

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Ballet X
Nov 21 · 8:00 PM · Cambridge, MA
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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Updated Daily. Upcoming ballet performances: 112
  • Nov
    21
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    Ballet X
    Takeda Theater at The Platform
    Takeda Theater at The Platform
    location585 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142location585 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142
    From $104Avg. price ~ $130Tickets Available: 70
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  • Nov
    22
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    Ballet X
    Takeda Theater at The Platform
    Takeda Theater at The Platform
    location585 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142location585 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142
    From $112Avg. price ~ $137Tickets Remaining: 8
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  • Nov
    27
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $81Avg. price ~ $342Tickets Available: 365
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  • Nov
    27
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $67Avg. price ~ $314Tickets Available: 479
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  • Nov
    28
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $67Avg. price ~ $343Tickets Available: 421
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  • Nov
    28
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $61Avg. price ~ $308Tickets Available: 549
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  • Nov
    29
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $67Avg. price ~ $342Tickets Available: 423
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  • Nov
    29
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $67Avg. price ~ $317Tickets Available: 641
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  • Dec
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    BALLET
    The Nutcracker - Symphony Of Lights
    Emerson Colonial Theatre • 1,700 seats
    Emerson Colonial Theatre
    location106 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116location106 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116
    From $45Avg. price ~ $221Tickets Available: 490
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  • Dec
    03
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $121Avg. price ~ $409Tickets Available: 250
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  • Dec
    04
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $81Avg. price ~ $358Tickets Available: 354
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    12:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Greater Salem Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
    Lynn Memorial Auditorium • 2,100 seats
    Lynn Memorial Auditorium
    location3 City Hall Sq, Lynn, MA 01901location3 City Hall Sq, Lynn, MA 01901
    From $34Avg. price ~ $84Tickets Available: 1312
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $79Avg. price ~ $336Tickets Available: 355
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Greater Salem Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
    Lynn Memorial Auditorium • 2,100 seats
    Lynn Memorial Auditorium
    location3 City Hall Sq, Lynn, MA 01901location3 City Hall Sq, Lynn, MA 01901
    From $34Avg. price ~ $82Tickets Available: 1475
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $76Avg. price ~ $303Tickets Available: 609
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  • Dec
    06
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $75Avg. price ~ $315Tickets Available: 470
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  • Dec
    06
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $80Avg. price ~ $342Tickets Available: 297
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  • Dec
    06
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    ZACHOR Dance Projects
    Takeda Theater at The Platform
    Takeda Theater at The Platform
    location585 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142location585 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142
    From $77Avg. price ~ $104Tickets Available: 138
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  • Dec
    08
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $84Avg. price ~ $396Tickets Available: 278
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  • Dec
    09
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    BALLET
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $110Avg. price ~ $346Tickets Available: 333
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  • Dec
    10
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    BALLET
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $92Avg. price ~ $337Tickets Available: 298
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $71Avg. price ~ $316Tickets Available: 326
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    Best Value
    Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
    Wang Theater At The Boch Center • 3,600 seats
    Wang Theater At The Boch Center
    location270 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116location270 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116
    From $38Avg. price ~ $178Tickets Available: 1772
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2,677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111location539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
    From $71Avg. price ~ $300Tickets Available: 348
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Ballet Companies

Professional ballet companies and touring productions

Ballet Type Description & Examples
🩰 Classical Ballet Traditional productions including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Giselle.
✨ Contemporary Ballet Modern dance productions combining classical technique with contemporary choreography.
🌎 Touring Companies National and international ballet companies performing special engagements and tours.
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Ballet Family-friendly productions designed for audiences of all ages.
🎄 Holiday Ballet Seasonal favorites and holiday performances presented throughout the year.
⭐ Special Events Gala performances, anniversary productions, showcases, and special dance events.

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Ballet X
Ballet X
BALLET
Takeda Theater at The Platform
Cambridge, MA
Upcoming performances: 2
Next Performance: Nov 21, 2026 8:00 PM
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The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
BALLET
Citizens Bank Opera House
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 1,960
Next Performance: Nov 27, 2026 1:30 PM
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The Nutcracker - Symphony Of Lights
The Nutcracker - Symphony Of Lights
BALLET
Emerson Colonial Theatre
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 30
Next Performance: Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
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ZACHOR Dance Projects
ZACHOR Dance Projects
BALLET
Takeda Theater at The Platform
Cambridge, MA
Upcoming performances: 1
Next Performance: Dec 06, 2026 7:30 PM
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
BALLET
Wang Theater At The Boch Center
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 131
Next Performance: Dec 11, 2026 7:00 PM
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Subject: Matter
Subject: Matter
BALLET
Takeda Theater at The Platform
Cambridge, MA
Upcoming performances: 2
Next Performance: Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
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Urban Nutcracker
Urban Nutcracker
BALLET
Shubert Theatre At The Boch Center
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 10
Next Performance: Dec 12, 2026 2:00 PM
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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
BALLET
Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 36
Next Performance: Dec 19, 2026 4:00 PM
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Dancing With The Stars
Dancing With The Stars
DANCE
TD Garden
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 61
Next Performance: Feb 11, 2027 7:30 PM
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Winter Experience
Winter Experience
BALLET
Citizens Bank Opera House
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 4
Next Performance: Feb 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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Carmen Suite
Carmen Suite
BALLET
Emerson Colonial Theatre
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 1
Next Performance: Feb 19, 2027 7:00 PM
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Coppelia
Coppelia
BALLET
Citizens Bank Opera House
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 34
Next Performance: Mar 11, 2027 7:30 PM
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Cinderella - Ballet
Cinderella - Ballet
BALLET
Citizens Bank Opera House
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 72
Next Performance: Apr 30, 2027 7:30 PM
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
BALLET
Wang Theater At The Boch Center
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 86
Next Performance: Apr 30, 2027 8:00 PM
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Maks & Peta Live
Maks & Peta Live
DANCE
Emerson Colonial Theatre
Boston, MA
Upcoming performances: 33
Next Performance: May 02, 2027 7:00 PM
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Ballet & Dance Venues

Theaters, opera houses, performing arts centers, and cultural venues in Boston and nearby areas.
Citizens Bank Opera House
Boston, MA
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Performances: 82
Next Ballet: Nov 27, 2026
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Emerson Colonial Theatre
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 3
Next Ballet: Dec 02, 2026
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Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 2
Next Ballet: Dec 19, 2026
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Lynn Memorial Auditorium
Lynn, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 2
Next Ballet: Dec 05, 2026
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Norwood Theatre
Norwood, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 4
Next Ballet: Dec 18, 2026
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Shubert Theatre At The Boch Center
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 10
Next Ballet: Dec 12, 2026
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Takeda Theater at The Platform
Cambridge, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 5
Next Ballet: Nov 21, 2026
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TD Garden
Boston, MA
Arena
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Feb 11, 2027
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Wang Theater At The Boch Center
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 5
Next Ballet: Dec 11, 2026
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About Ballet in Boston

Classical and contemporary dance performances

Ballet performances include classical productions, contemporary works, touring companies, seasonal presentations, family performances, and special dance events throughout the year.

Ballet FAQ

Answers to common ballet questions

What ballet performances are available in Boston?

Ballet schedules may include classical productions, contemporary dance performances, touring companies, seasonal shows, and special presentations.

How often is the ballet schedule updated?

Performance schedules are updated regularly as new productions, venues, dates, and ticket information become available.

Which ballet productions are most popular?

Popular productions often include The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Romeo and Juliet, and contemporary ballet performances.

Are ballet performances family-friendly?

Yes. Many ballet productions are suitable for families and audiences of all ages.

Can I compare tickets for ballet performances?

Yes. Listings may include seating options, premium tickets, VIP experiences, and ticket availability from trusted marketplaces.

Which venues host ballet performances?

Ballet performances are commonly held at theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, and cultural venues.

Are touring ballet companies included?

Yes. Schedules may include local companies, national tours, and internationally recognized ballet organizations.

Are performances available outside Boston?

Yes. Listings may include nearby suburbs, regional theaters, and cultural destinations within driving distance.

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