BALLET COMPANIES

Showcasing Inspiring Repertoire & Engaging Communities Around The World

Ballet companies serve as cultural ambassadors, enriching communities with the beauty, grace, and artistry of ballet. From world-renowned institutions to local cultural centers, these companies play a vital role in preserving the tradition of ballet while also pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. Beyond their artistic contributions, ballet companies foster a sense of community by providing opportunities for audiences to experience the transformative power of dance firsthand through performances, outreach programs, and educational initiatives. By showcasing diverse repertoire, nurturing emerging talent, and engaging with audiences of all ages and backgrounds, ballet companies inspire, uplift, and unite communities, fostering a deep appreciation for the arts and leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Listed below are Ballet Companies from around the world. Please click on their logos to learn more and be directed to their website.

ROYAL BALLET

One of the world’s greatest ballet companies uniting tradition and innovation in world-class performances at Covent Garden.

PARIS OPERA BALLET

A French ballet company that is an integral part of the Paris Opera. It’s the oldest national ballet company, and many international ballet companies can trace their origins to it.

NEW YORK CITY BALLET

One of the foremost dance companies in the world, with a roster of nearly 100 extraordinary dancers and an unparalleled repertory.

AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE

One of the greatest dance companies in the world, revered as a living national treasure since its founding in 1939.

SAN FRANCISCO BALLET

San Francisco Ballet is the oldest ballet company in the United States, founded in 1933.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST BALLET

One of the largest and most highly regarded ballet companies in the United States, was founded in 1972.

BOSTON BALLET

An American classical ballet company based in Boston, Massachusetts and founded in 1963. It is the first professional repertory ballet company in New England.

MIAMI CITY BALLET

Miami City Ballet is an American ballet company based in Miami Beach, Florida, and founded in 1985.

ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET

A classical ballet company based in London, England. It is one of the five major ballet companies in Great Britain.

BOLSHOI BALLET

An internationally renowned classical ballet company based at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, Russia. Founded in 1776, it’s among the world’s oldest ballet companies.

PHILIPPINE BALLET THEATRE

Founded in 1986, PBT is the national ballet company of the Philippines and a resident company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines.

THE NATIONAL BALLET OF CANADA

Founded in 1951 with the goal of presenting the best of classical and contemporary ballet at The Walter Carsen Centre in Toronto.

SCOTTISH BALLET

Scottish Ballet is the national ballet company of Scotland and one of the five prominent ballet companies in the UK.

BALLET HISPÁNICO

An American dance company based in Manhattan, New York and founded in 1970, presenting the experience of Hispanic and Latino Americans.�

THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET

The Australian Ballet has been inspiring and delighting audiences since 1962 and is Australia’s national ballet company.

HOUSTON BALLET

Operated by Houston Ballet Foundation, is based in Houston, Texas. It is the 5th largest ballet company in the US (by number of dancers).

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