Diamond Season - Celebrating our 60th Anniversary
GREENSBORO BALLET'S 2026/2027 SEASON
Diamond Season - Celebrating our 60th Anniversary
Experience the brilliance of Greensboro Ballet’s 60th Anniversary Diamond Season — a spectacular celebration of artistry, tradition, and imagination.
The season begins with the cherished holiday favorite The Nutcracker and concludes with a breathtaking spring production, Fire and Fairy Tales, featuring the fiery magic of The Firebird and the fairytale elegance of Aurora’s Wedding from The Sleeping Beauty. Join us for a sparkling season of beauty, passion, and unforgettable performances for audiences of every generation.
~The Nutcracker
December 10 & 11 at 6:30pm
December 12 at 2:30pm & 6:30pm
December 13 at 2:30pm
Fire & Fairy Tales
April 2 at 6:30pm
April 3 & 4 at 2:30pm
The Nutcracker at the Carolina Theatre
With Live Music! One Week Only!
Celebrate the sparkle of the season with Greensboro Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker, a cherished holiday tradition and a highlight of our 60th Anniversary Diamond Season. Set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, performed live by the Greensboro Ballet Orchestra, this timeless classic fills the stage with festive wonder.
Whether continuing a treasured tradition or experiencing the magic for the first time, audiences will be swept away by a performance that captures the joy, beauty, and enchantment of the season.
Performance Dates & Times:
Thursday, December 10 & Friday, December 11 at 6:30pm
Saturday, December 12 at 2:30pm & 6:30pm
Sunday, December 13 at 2:30pm
Tea with Clara
DON'T MISS THIS BELOVED ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT!
December 12 & 13 at 1:15pm
in the Renaissance Room of the Carolina Theatre
This joyous event begins with learning Clara's Lullaby dance from the ballet, The Nutcracker, on the stage of the Carolina Theatre!
Afterwards, guests go up to a festively decorated Renaissance Room (this year's theme is Vintage Nutcracker - in honor of our 60th Anniversary Diamond Season) for tea or cocoa and lots of yummy treats.
Follow the link below for all the details.
Fire & Fairy Tales at the Carolina Theatre
Featuring The Firebird & Aurora's Wedding from The Sleeping Beauty
Magic, adventure, and happily-ever-afters come to life in Fire and Fairy Tales, Greensboro Ballet's captivating spring production celebrating its 60th Anniversary Diamond Season. This enchanting performance features two beloved classical ballets — The Firebird, set to Igor Stravinsky's thrilling score, and Aurora's Wedding from The Sleeping Beauty, accompanied by the glorious music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
From fiery adventure and mythical creatures to royal celebrations and beloved fairy tale characters, Fire and Fairy Tales promises breathtaking dance, beautiful music, and unforgettable storytelling for audiences of all ages. Click below to learn more about this magical performance.
Performance Dates & Times:
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Friday, April 2 at 6:30pm
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Saturday, April 3 & Sunday, April 4 at 2:30pm
Princess Tea
A ROYAL FAIRYTALE TEA PARTY - ONE DAY ONLY!
April 3 at 1:15am
Renaissance Room of the Carolina Theatre
Join Princess Aurora and an enchanting cast of fairy tale friends from Fire & Fairy Tales for a delightful royal tea filled with music, crafts, sweet treats, and unforgettable memories. Follow the link below for all the details.
“Ballet is a universe of the imagination, a place of magic and enchantment, beauty and romance.”
— TRUDY GARFUNKEL