Ballet in Washington DC

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

Updated: October 21, 2026

11 Venues

Washington DC hosts 56 upcoming ballet performances, including classical ballet, contemporary dance, and touring productions, with tickets starting from $41 and averaging $328, across venues throughout Washington DC, DC. Next up: October 28, 2026 at Lisner Auditorium. Schedules updated as of October 21, 2026.

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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Oct
28
2026
8:00 PM
Wed
BALLET
Georgian National Ballet: Sukhishvili
Georgian National Ballet: Sukhishvili
Lisner Auditorium
Lisner Auditorium
730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052
From $162Avg. price ~ $328Tickets Available: 70
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Nov
10
2026
8:00 PM
Tue
BALLET
Best Value
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
Music Center At Strathmore • 1,976 seats
Music Center At Strathmore
5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 208525301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
From $41Avg. price ~ $83Tickets Available: 138
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Nov
17
2026
7:30 PM
Tue
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $87Avg. price ~ $234Tickets Available: 1418
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Nov
18
2026
7:00 PM
Wed
BALLET
Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851
From $82Avg. price ~ $94Tickets Remaining: 6
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Nov
18
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $89Avg. price ~ $246Tickets Available: 1434
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Nov
19
2026
7:30 PM
Thu
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $89Avg. price ~ $246Tickets Available: 1312
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Nov
20
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $101Avg. price ~ $254Tickets Available: 1487
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Nov
21
2026
2:00 PM
Sat
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $89Avg. price ~ $256Tickets Available: 1123
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Nov
21
2026
7:30 PM
Sat
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $101Avg. price ~ $247Tickets Available: 1467
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Nov
22
2026
2:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $94Avg. price ~ $252Tickets Available: 1235
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Nov
22
2026
7:30 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats
National Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004
From $128Avg. price ~ $588Tickets Available: 57
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Nov
28
2026
7:00 PM
Sat
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $92Avg. price ~ $287Tickets Available: 618
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Nov
29
2026
1:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $87Avg. price ~ $292Tickets Available: 743
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Nov
29
2026
2:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
High Demand
Weekend Event
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Capital One Hall
Capital One Hall
7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons Corner, VA 221027750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons Corner, VA 22102
From $52Avg. price ~ $207Tickets Available: 1290
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Nov
29
2026
6:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Capital One Hall
Capital One Hall
7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons Corner, VA 221027750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons Corner, VA 22102
From $54Avg. price ~ $167Tickets Available: 2892
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Nov
29
2026
6:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $69Avg. price ~ $254Tickets Available: 918
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Dec
01
2026
7:00 PM
Tue
BALLET
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $63Avg. price ~ $255Tickets Available: 942
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Dec
02
2026
7:00 PM
Wed
BALLET
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $67Avg. price ~ $229Tickets Available: 1224
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Dec
03
2026
7:00 PM
Thu
BALLET
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $70Avg. price ~ $265Tickets Available: 1044
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Dec
04
2026
7:00 PM
Fri
BALLET
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $70Avg. price ~ $270Tickets Available: 883
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Dec
05
2026
2:00 PM
Sat
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $81Avg. price ~ $269Tickets Available: 812
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Dec
05
2026
7:00 PM
Sat
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $71Avg. price ~ $255Tickets Available: 889
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Dec
06
2026
1:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
Warner Theatre - DC • 1,847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
From $79Avg. price ~ $283Tickets Available: 439
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Dec
06
2026
1:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Weekend Event
The Centre Performing Arts Company: The Nutcracker
The Centre Performing Arts Company: The Nutcracker
Capital One Hall
Capital One Hall
7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons Corner, VA 221027750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons Corner, VA 22102
From $57Avg. price ~ $152Tickets Available: 852
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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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DANCE

Fichandler Stage At the Mead Center for American Theater

Washington, DC

Upcoming performances: 27

Next Performance: Oct 21, 2026 7:30 PM

Upcoming performances: 4

Next Performance: Oct 28, 2026 8:00 PM

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La Velada

DANCE

GALA Hispanic Theatre

Washington, DC

Upcoming performances: 8

Next Performance: Nov 05, 2026 8:00 PM

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American Ballet Theatre

BALLET

Music Center At Strathmore

North Bethesda, MD

Upcoming performances: 56

Next Performance: Nov 10, 2026 8:00 PM

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Entre Dos Sombras

DANCE

GALA Hispanic Theatre

Washington, DC

Upcoming performances: 3

Next Performance: Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM

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The Hip Hop Nutcracker

BALLET

National Theatre - DC

Washington, DC

Upcoming performances: 29

Next Performance: Nov 17, 2026 7:30 PM

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Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights

BALLET

F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Rockville, MD

Upcoming performances: 39

Next Performance: Nov 18, 2026 7:00 PM

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Danzas Solemnes

DANCE

GALA Hispanic Theatre

Washington, DC

Upcoming performances: 4

Next Performance: Nov 20, 2026 8:00 PM

Upcoming performances: 1,933

Next Performance: Nov 22, 2026 1:00 PM

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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

BALLET

Capital One Hall

Tysons Corner, VA

Upcoming performances: 131

Next Performance: Nov 29, 2026 2:00 PM

Upcoming performances: 38

Next Performance: Nov 30, 2026 8:00 PM

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Swan Lake

BALLET

Music Center At Strathmore

North Bethesda, MD

Upcoming performances: 194

Next Performance: Jan 19, 2027 7:00 PM

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Dancing With The Stars

DANCE

Capital One Arena

Washington, DC

Upcoming performances: 61

Next Performance: Feb 07, 2027 7:30 PM

Upcoming performances: 75

Next Performance: Mar 06, 2027 2:00 PM

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Pilobolus

DANCE

CU Cultural Arts Center - Mainstage

Silver Spring, MD

Upcoming performances: 10

Next Performance: Apr 18, 2027 7:30 PM

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Ballet & Dance Venues

Theaters, opera houses, performing arts centers, and cultural venues in Washington DC and nearby areas.

Capital One Arena

Washington, DC

Arena

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: Feb 07, 2027

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Capital One Hall

Tysons Corner, VA

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Performances: 11

Next Ballet: Nov 22, 2026

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CU Cultural Arts Center - Mainstage

Silver Spring, MD

Cultural Venue

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: Apr 18, 2027

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F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Rockville, MD

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: Nov 18, 2026

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Fichandler Stage At the Mead Center for American Theater

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 13

Next Ballet: Oct 21, 2026

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GALA Hispanic Theatre

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 10

Next Ballet: Nov 05, 2026

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: Oct 28, 2026

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Music Center At Strathmore

North Bethesda, MD

Arena

Upcoming Performances: 4

Next Ballet: Nov 10, 2026

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National Theatre - DC

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 8

Next Ballet: Nov 17, 2026

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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center

Rockville, MD

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: May 01, 2027

Upcoming Performances: 34

Next Ballet: Nov 28, 2026

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About Ballet in Washington DC

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 Washington DC?

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 Washington DC?

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

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