Carolina Ballet

This April, experience a program unlike any other in our season.

An evening enveloped by a tetrad of mythology, this repertory program features themes of serene ascent, unrequited obsession, the reverence of nature, and divine conflict. The program includes three world premiere works— The Rite of Spring by Resident Choreographer Amy Hall Garner, Gianna Reisen’s Ophelia, and Artistic Director/ CEO Zalman Raffael’s Echo and Narcissus— alongside George Balanchine’s Apollo. Performed with live music by the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle, this is a powerful showcase of artistry you won’t want to miss.

Join us April 22–25 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

Purchase tickets online at CarolinaBallet.com or contact the Carolina Ballet Box Office at 919-719-0900

Today marks the start of online single ticket sales for our 2026/27 season. Purchase your seats through Ticketmaster or contact the Carolina Ballet Box Office (919-719-0900) to experience an extraordinary season of ballet.

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This May, we close our season with a brand-new production of Sleeping Beauty, inspired by Marius Petipa's original choreography. With lavish new costumes, refreshed scenic designs, and Tchaikovsky's magnificent score performed live, we present one of ballet's most celebrated works with renewed beauty and scale.

Performed with live music, our new production celebrates the artistry and grandeur that have made Sleeping Beauty one of ballet's defining works. Beautifully suited for audiences of all ages, we invite you to experience this timeless fairy tale together.

Join us May 13–16 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium for this dazzling new production.

Reserve your seats today online or through the Carolina Ballet Box Office at 919-719-0900.

While December may still be months away, now is the perfect time to start planning one of the season's favorite traditions. Join us December 10–24 as The Nutcracker once again fills the theater with the wonder of the holiday season.

We’re highlighting one of the best values of the season: a limited number of $25 tickets to The Nutcracker.

These $25 tickets won't last. Call the Carolina Ballet Box Office at 919-719-0900 and reserve yours today!

Drawn to the world above, a young mermaid risks everything for the chance to follow her heart. Through love, sacrifice, and courage, she discovers what it truly means to find her own voice.

Inspired by Aaron Severini’s original score, our original production of The Little Mermaid invites audiences of all ages to experience Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless story brought to life through ballet.

Experience a crowd favorite, The Little Mermaid, returning this March.

Purchase tickets online or through the Carolina Ballet Box Office at 919-719-0900

Dive into the world of The Little Mermaid, our original production returning to the stage this March.

Featuring Aaron Severini’s original score, Rebecca Rebouché’s stunning scenic designs, and handcrafted costumes, this beautifully imagined production brings a story of love, sacrifice, and hope to life for audiences of all ages.

Purchase tickets online or through the Carolina Ballet Box Office at 919-719-0900.

Shows run from March 4th - 21st.

This March, Zalman Raffael’s original production of The Little Mermaid returns.

Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tale, this ballet features Aaron Severini’s original score, captivating scenic designs, and handcrafted costumes. The Little Mermaid brings artistry to a story of love, sacrifice, and finding one’s true voice.

Beautifully suited for audiences of all ages, The Little Mermaid takes the stage from March 4th -21st.

Purchase tickets online or through the Carolina Ballet Box Office at 919-719-0900.

This April, experience a program unlike any other in our season.

Featuring three world premieres and George Balanchine's Apollo, this mixed repertory program spans nearly a century of choreography. Resident Choreographer Amy Hall Garner's new The Rite of Spring is presented alongside world premieres by Gianna Reisen and Artistic Director Zalman Raffael, with Balanchine's Apollo completing the program.

Performed with live music by the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle, this collection of four ballets invites audiences to experience a wide range of choreographic styles, musical landscapes, and emotional resonance.

After five weeks of intensive training and rehearsals, our Summer Intensive students are ready to take the stage.

Join us this Saturday for the Ruth S. Shur Summer Intensive Showcase and experience an inspiring evening of dance featuring talented young artists from across the country performing original choreography by our distinguished faculty. It is a celebration of their dedication, growth, and the remarkable progress they've made throughout the summer.

Visit www.carolinaballet.com for ticketing and program information.

For nearly two centuries, Giselle has remained a cornerstone of the classical ballet repertoire. Our largest company to date presents Giselle from February 4-14.

From the warmth of a village celebration to the ethereal world of the Wilis, this beloved full-length explores love, loss, and the enduring power of forgiveness through one of ballet’s most iconic works.

Purchase tickets online at carolinaballet.com or call the Box Office at 919-719-0900