The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

The Nutcracker drew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances of The Nutcracker and in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue, The Nutcracker tickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!

Soft blue tutus…a sweeping Tchaikovsky score. Next – a dance hall girls and cowboy hats. George Balanchine’s iconic ballets – Serenade and Western Symphony -- look nothing alike, yet both demonstrate Balanchine’s ability to evoke powerful emotions. Western Symphony utilizes classical ballet steps infused with American folk dancing. Serenade is a milestone in dance – Balanchine’s first ballet created in America. Finally, After the Rain Pas de Deux, created for New York City Ballet by Tony Award-winner Christopher Wheeldon (MJ The Musical), honors the great master.

A haunting duet, hummable Hershy Kay melodies, sweeping romanticism, the old west, cowboys – this opening performance of the 2024-2025 season showcases Saint Louis Ballet’s great versatility and talent in a program with spirit and heart.

Soft blue tutus…a sweeping Tchaikovsky score. Next – a dance hall girls and cowboy hats. George Balanchine’s iconic ballets – Serenade and Western Symphony -- look nothing alike, yet both demonstrate Balanchine’s ability to evoke powerful emotions. Western Symphony utilizes classical ballet steps infused with American folk dancing. Serenade is a milestone in dance – Balanchine’s first ballet created in America. Finally, After the Rain Pas de Deux, created for New York City Ballet by Tony Award-winner Christopher Wheeldon (MJ The Musical), honors the great master.

A haunting duet, hummable Hershy Kay melodies, sweeping romanticism, the old west, cowboys – this opening performance of the 2024-2025 season showcases Saint Louis Ballet’s great versatility and talent in a program with spirit and heart.

Saint Louis Ballet shows what’s “new” and “next” in its annual performance series at the Grandel Theatre.  Known for its grand, classical ballets with elaborate sets and costumes, the company peels back the layers with this very special performance.

Tchaikovsky’s rich and recognizable score is brought to life by Saint Louis Ballet in this tale that never grows old. In a dreamland of enchantment, the princess and her kingdom wait a century for the magic of a kiss. The pinnacle of classical ballet!

Tchaikovsky’s rich and recognizable score is brought to life by Saint Louis Ballet in this tale that never grows old. In a dreamland of enchantment, the princess and her kingdom wait a century for the magic of a kiss. The pinnacle of classical ballet!

Tchaikovsky’s rich and recognizable score is brought to life by Saint Louis Ballet in this tale that never grows old. In a dreamland of enchantment, the princess and her kingdom wait a century for the magic of a kiss. The pinnacle of classical ballet!

Three ways to celebrate love – with three short ballets and a nod to Valentine’s Day. After a stunning debut at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center in 2023, the company returns to KPAC with works by the incomparable George Balanchine, innovative choreographer Brian Enos and the dynamic duo of Gen Horiuchi and composer TOYA (with live accompaniment).

Three ways to celebrate love – with three short ballets and a nod to Valentine’s Day. After a stunning debut at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center in 2023, the company returns to KPAC with works by the incomparable George Balanchine, innovative choreographer Brian Enos and the dynamic duo of Gen Horiuchi and composer TOYA (with live accompaniment).

Three ways to celebrate love – with three short ballets and a nod to Valentine’s Day. After a stunning debut at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center in 2023, the company returns to KPAC with works by the incomparable George Balanchine, innovative choreographer Brian Enos and the dynamic duo of Gen Horiuchi and composer TOYA (with live accompaniment).

Saint Louis Ballet is seeking dancers for both its trainee program and all company positions for the 2024-2025 season. More information on the Trainee program can be found here. Saint Louis Ballet offers Company Dancers a 28 week AGMA contract. Those approved via the online audition application are then invited to come to Saint Louis Ballet to audition in person on March 10, 2024.

THE NUTCRACKER 2023
Choreography by Gen Horiuchi
Music by Tchaikovsky
Runtime: 2 hours (includes one intermission)

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!

Hundreds of colorful costumes and special effects enhance the timeless tale, loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Clara’s life-size nutcracker comes to life on Christmas Eve and, together, they embark on wonderful adventures in magical lands (Land of the Sweets!) -- waging battles against the evil Mouse King.

THE NUTCRACKER 2023
Choreography by Gen Horiuchi
Music by Tchaikovsky
Runtime: 2 hours (includes one intermission)

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!

Hundreds of colorful costumes and special effects enhance the timeless tale, loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Clara’s life-size nutcracker comes to life on Christmas Eve and, together, they embark on wonderful adventures in magical lands (Land of the Sweets!) -- waging battles against the evil Mouse King.

THE NUTCRACKER 2023
Choreography by Gen Horiuchi
Music by Tchaikovsky
Runtime: 2 hours (includes one intermission)

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!

Hundreds of colorful costumes and special effects enhance the timeless tale, loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Clara’s life-size nutcracker comes to life on Christmas Eve and, together, they embark on wonderful adventures in magical lands (Land of the Sweets!) -- waging battles against the evil Mouse King.

THE NUTCRACKER 2023
Choreography by Gen Horiuchi
Music by Tchaikovsky
Runtime: 2 hours (includes one intermission)

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!

Hundreds of colorful costumes and special effects enhance the timeless tale, loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Clara’s life-size nutcracker comes to life on Christmas Eve and, together, they embark on wonderful adventures in magical lands (Land of the Sweets!) -- waging battles against the evil Mouse King.

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!

Gen Horiuchi’s The Nutcracker has become the region’s most popular holiday production. Year after year, thousands of children, teens and adults, mark their calendars for the spectacle on stage. A dazzling set at the Touhill frames the company dancers, professional character actors, and talented students from the school of the Saint Louis Ballet. And now, with a larger cast and some new choreography!