Ballet Performances in Boston

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

Updated: July 24, 2026
6 Venues

Boston hosts 71 upcoming ballet performances, including classical ballet, contemporary dance, and touring productions, with tickets starting from $72 and averaging $99, across venues throughout Boston, MA. Next up: September 19, 2026 at Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre. Schedules updated as of July 24, 2026.

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Upcoming Events
Sep 19
First Event
$72
Lowest Price
$99
Average Price
Next Ballet Performance:
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Sep 19 · 4:00 PM · Boston, MA
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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Updated Daily. Upcoming ballet performances: 71
  • Sep
    19
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
    Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
    Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
    location02115, 264 Huntington Ave.  Boston, MAlocation02115, 264 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA, US
    From $83Avg. price ~ $9925 tickets remaining!
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  • Sep
    19
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
    Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
    Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
    location02115, 264 Huntington Ave.  Boston, MAlocation02115, 264 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA, US
    From $72Avg. price ~ $103Tickets Available: 32
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  • Oct
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
    Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
    Emerson Colonial Theatre • 1700 seats
    Emerson Colonial Theatre
    location02116, 106 Boylston St  Boston, MAlocation02116, 106 Boylston St Boston, MA, US
    From $91Avg. price ~ $179Tickets Available: 98
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  • Oct
    10
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    Weekend Event
    Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
    Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
    Emerson Colonial Theatre • 1700 seats
    Emerson Colonial Theatre
    location02116, 106 Boylston St  Boston, MAlocation02116, 106 Boylston St Boston, MA, US
    From $91Avg. price ~ $178Tickets Available: 98
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  • Nov
    27
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $534Tickets Available: 220
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  • Nov
    27
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $535Tickets Available: 221
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  • Nov
    28
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $489Tickets Available: 173
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  • Nov
    28
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $485Tickets Available: 166
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  • Nov
    29
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $534Tickets Available: 221
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  • Nov
    29
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $483Tickets Available: 175
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  • Dec
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    BALLET
    The Nutcracker - Symphony Of Lights
    The Nutcracker - Symphony Of Lights
    Emerson Colonial Theatre • 1700 seats
    Emerson Colonial Theatre
    location02116, 106 Boylston St  Boston, MAlocation02116, 106 Boylston St Boston, MA, US
    From $91Avg. price ~ $346Tickets Available: 113
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  • Dec
    03
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $418Tickets Available: 177
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  • Dec
    04
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $166Avg. price ~ $481Tickets Available: 162
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  • Dec
    04
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $528Tickets Available: 222
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $152Avg. price ~ $497Tickets Available: 173
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $528Tickets Available: 223
    View Tickets
  • Dec
    06
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $489Tickets Available: 173
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  • Dec
    06
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $521Tickets Available: 223
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  • Dec
    08
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $481Tickets Available: 173
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  • Dec
    09
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $475Tickets Available: 177
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  • Dec
    10
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $527Tickets Available: 221
    View Tickets
  • Dec
    11
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $481Tickets Available: 173
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    Best Value
    Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
    Wang Theater At The Boch Center • 3600 seats
    Wang Theater At The Boch Center
    location02116, 270 Tremont Street  Boston, MAlocation02116, 270 Tremont Street Boston, MA, US
    From $58Avg. price ~ $168Tickets Available: 1256
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker
    Citizens Bank Opera House • 2677 seats
    Citizens Bank Opera House
    location02111, 539 Washington St  Boston, MAlocation02111, 539 Washington St Boston, MA, US
    From $143Avg. price ~ $485Tickets Available: 177
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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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Browse upcoming ballet productions and dance performances in Boston and nearby areas.

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: 48
Next Ballet: Nov 27, 2026
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Emerson Colonial Theatre
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 4
Next Ballet: Oct 09, 2026
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Huntington Theatre at Huntington Avenue Theatre
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 4
Next Ballet: Sep 19, 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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Wang Theater At The Boch Center
Boston, MA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 2
Next Ballet: Jul 24, 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.