Ballet in Washington DC

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

Updated: August 21, 2026

8 Venues

Washington DC hosts 57 upcoming ballet performances, including classical ballet, contemporary dance, and touring productions, with tickets starting from $55 and averaging $188, across venues throughout Washington DC, DC. Next up: September 10, 2026 at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. Schedules updated as of August 21, 2026.

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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Sep
10
2026
8:00 PM
Thu
BALLET
High Demand
Philadelphia Ballet: Stars and Stripes Forever
Philadelphia Ballet: Stars and Stripes Forever
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts • 7028 seats
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
22182, 1635 Trap Road Vienna, VA22182, 1635 Trap Road Vienna, VA, US
From $55Avg. price ~ $188Tickets Available: 141
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Oct
28
2026
8:00 PM
Wed
BALLET
Georgian National Ballet: Sukhishvili
Georgian National Ballet: Sukhishvili
Lisner Auditorium
Lisner Auditorium
20052, 730 21st Street, NW Washington, DC20052, 730 21st Street, NW Washington, DC, US
From $111Avg. price ~ $239Tickets Available: 89
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Nov
10
2026
8:00 PM
Tue
BALLET
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
Music Center At Strathmore • 1976 seats
Music Center At Strathmore
20852, 5301 Tuckerman Lane North Bethesda, MD20852, 5301 Tuckerman Lane North Bethesda, MD, US
From $56Avg. price ~ $90Tickets Available: 320
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Nov
17
2026
7:30 PM
Tue
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $95Avg. price ~ $257Tickets Available: 1075
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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
20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD20851, 603 Edmonston Dr Rockville, MD, US
From $59Avg. price ~ $78Tickets Available: 58
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Nov
18
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $95Avg. price ~ $257Tickets Available: 1090
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Nov
19
2026
7:30 PM
Thu
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $97Avg. price ~ $261Tickets Available: 1092
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Nov
20
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
BALLET
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
National Theatre - DC • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $109Avg. price ~ $265Tickets Available: 1202
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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 • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $107Avg. price ~ $267Tickets Available: 1064
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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 • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $110Avg. price ~ $256Tickets Available: 1375
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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 • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $102Avg. price ~ $266Tickets Available: 997
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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 • 1705 seats
National Theatre - DC
20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC20004, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington, DC, US
From $128Avg. price ~ $551Tickets Available: 73
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $71Avg. price ~ $236Tickets Available: 1066
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $72Avg. price ~ $250Tickets Available: 963
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Nov
29
2026
2:00 PM
Sun
BALLET
Best Value
Weekend Event
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Capital One Hall
Capital One Hall
22102, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd. Tysons Corner, VA22102, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd. Tysons Corner, VA, US
From $49Avg. price ~ $172Tickets Available: 1162
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $71Avg. price ~ $228Tickets Available: 476
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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
22102, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd. Tysons Corner, VA22102, 7750 Capital One Tower Rd. Tysons Corner, VA, US
From $56Avg. price ~ $175Tickets Available: 1616
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $69Avg. price ~ $206Tickets Available: 1041
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $70Avg. price ~ $225Tickets Available: 603
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $71Avg. price ~ $239Tickets Available: 550
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $78Avg. price ~ $234Tickets Available: 807
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $72Avg. price ~ $269Tickets Available: 323
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $78Avg. price ~ $257Tickets Available: 430
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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 • 1847 seats
Warner Theatre - DC
20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC20004, 513 13th Street NW Washington, DC, US
From $71Avg. price ~ $242Tickets Available: 378
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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.

All Ballet & Dance Performances

Browse upcoming ballet productions and dance performances in Washington DC and nearby areas.

Ballet & Dance Venues

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

Capital One Hall

Tysons Corner, VA

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Performances: 10

Next Ballet: Sep 19, 2026

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F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Rockville, MD

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: Nov 18, 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: 5

Next Ballet: Oct 15, 2026

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National Theatre - DC

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 8

Next Ballet: Nov 17, 2026

Upcoming Performances: 34

Next Ballet: Nov 28, 2026

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Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

Vienna, VA

Theatre

Upcoming Performances: 1

Next Ballet: Sep 10, 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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