2025 -2026 Season
Peter and the Wolf
Our opening ballet is Sergei Prokofiev’s fanciful symphonic tale, Peter and the Wolf. As the ballet opens, fearless, young Peter disobeys his Grandfather and ventures outside the gate into the meadow to see his friends the Bird, the Duck and the Cat. But oh no! There is a Wolf!
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
This original ballet, a Thanksgiving Weekend tradition in Grand Rapids, brings to life Clement C. Moore's poem with dancing stockings, mischievous mice, and Santa with his reindeer. Enjoy an hour of family entertainment, and after the show, capture memories with Santa on stage. Suitable for all ages.
Giselle
This ballet, inspired by Shakespeare's play, features graceful choreography set to Felix Mendelssohn's music, offering a one-hour introduction for young audiences to both Shakespeare's love story and classical ballet, with a clear portrayal of characters, conflicts, and humor in an accessible and entertaining format.
2024 -2025 Season
Coppélia​
In this charming ballet, Dr. Coppelius unveils his amazingly life-like creation, Coppélia. Left to dry on a balcony, a young villager named Franz falls in love at first sight, leading to the unexpected breaking of his engagement to Swanhilda—a tale of youthful love and discovery beautifully played out through dance.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
This original ballet, a Thanksgiving Weekend tradition in Grand Rapids, brings to life Clement C. Moore's poem with dancing stockings, mischievous mice, and Santa with his reindeer. Enjoy an hour of family entertainment, and after the show, capture memories with Santa on stage. Suitable for all ages.
A Midsummer Night's Dream ​
This ballet, inspired by Shakespeare's play, features graceful choreography set to Felix Mendelssohn's music, offering a one-hour introduction for young audiences to both Shakespeare's love story and classical ballet, with a clear portrayal of characters, conflicts, and humor in an accessible and entertaining format.
2023-2024 Season
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
This original ballet, a Thanksgiving Weekend tradition in Grand Rapids, brings to life Clement C. Moore's poem with dancing stockings, mischievous mice, and Santa with his reindeer. Enjoy an hour of family entertainment, and after the show, capture memories with Santa on stage. Suitable for all ages.
