Ballet in Houston

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

  • Updated: November 12, 2026
  • 5 Venues

Houston, TX, offers a variety of ballet performances, from classical productions and contemporary dance to touring companies and seasonal favorites. Find upcoming ballet shows, performance dates, venues, seating options, and tickets throughout the area.

  • 81 Upcoming Events
  • Nov 21 First Event
  • $26 Lowest Price
  • $180 Average Price
  • Next Ballet Performance:
  • Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
  • Nov 21 · 7:00 PM · Stafford Centre · Stafford, TX
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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Updated Daily. Upcoming ballet performances: 81
  • Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights at Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477. From $46, Avg. price ~ $242, Tickets Available: 395. View Tickets
  • Nov 27, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $63, Avg. price ~ $289, Tickets Available: 276. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $64, Avg. price ~ $291, Tickets Available: 291. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Move Dance Family: The Nutcracker at Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477. From $41, Avg. price ~ $115, Tickets Available: 210. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $52, Avg. price ~ $298, Tickets Available: 201. View Tickets
  • Nov 29, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $64, Avg. price ~ $281, Tickets Available: 299. View Tickets
  • Nov 29, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $47, Avg. price ~ $280, Tickets Available: 298. View Tickets
  • Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $55, Avg. price ~ $258, Tickets Available: 383. View Tickets
  • Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $68, Avg. price ~ $161, Tickets Available: 228. View Tickets
  • Dec 06, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $101, Avg. price ~ $198, Tickets Available: 127. View Tickets
  • Dec 06, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $49, Avg. price ~ $140, Tickets Available: 305. View Tickets
  • Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — BALLET: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $49, Avg. price ~ $147, Tickets Available: 415. View Tickets
  • Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $49, Avg. price ~ $148, Tickets Available: 386. View Tickets
  • Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, Best Value: The Nutcracker at Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477. From $26, Avg. price ~ $103, Tickets Available: 157. View Tickets
  • Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $61, Avg. price ~ $172, Tickets Available: 203. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: BalletForte: The Nutcracker at Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477. From $30, Avg. price ~ $105, Tickets Available: 175. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $59, Avg. price ~ $168, Tickets Available: 323. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, Weekend Event: BalletForte: The Nutcracker at Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477. From $26, Avg. price ~ $100, Tickets Available: 158. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $60, Avg. price ~ $163, Tickets Available: 326. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $74, Avg. price ~ $174, Tickets Available: 251. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Best Value, Weekend Event: BalletForte: The Nutcracker at Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477. From $26, Avg. price ~ $107, Tickets Available: 159. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $56, Avg. price ~ $195, Tickets Available: 285. View Tickets
  • Dec 16, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — BALLET: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $54, Avg. price ~ $149, Tickets Available: 356. View Tickets
  • Dec 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Brown Theater at Wortham Center • 2,405 seats, 500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002. From $54, Avg. price ~ $144, Tickets Available: 305. View Tickets
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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 Houston and nearby areas.
Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
BALLET
Stafford Centre
Stafford, TX
Upcoming performances: 22
Next Performance: Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
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The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
BALLET
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 2,173
Next Performance: Nov 27, 2026 7:30 PM
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Houston's Urban Nutcracker
Houston's Urban Nutcracker
BALLET
Stafford Centre
Stafford, TX
Upcoming performances: 3
Next Performance: Dec 19, 2026 2:00 PM
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Where's Alice
Where's Alice
BALLET
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 6
Next Performance: Feb 25, 2027 7:30 PM
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Madame Butterfly
Madame Butterfly
BALLET
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 6
Next Performance: Mar 11, 2027 7:30 PM
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Butterfly - Ballet
Butterfly - Ballet
BALLET
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 1
Next Performance: Mar 12, 2027 7:30 PM
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Dancing With The Stars
Dancing With The Stars
DANCE
Toyota Center - TX
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 61
Next Performance: Mar 14, 2027 7:30 PM
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Alice In Wonderland Ballet by Romero Britto
Alice In Wonderland Ballet by Romero Britto
BALLET
Cullen Theater At Wortham Theater Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 8
Next Performance: Apr 07, 2027 7:00 PM
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
BALLET
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 89
Next Performance: Apr 16, 2027 7:30 PM
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The Rite of Spring
The Rite of Spring
BALLET
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 12
Next Performance: May 27, 2027 7:30 PM
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Swan Lake
Swan Lake
BALLET
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 166
Next Performance: Jun 10, 2027 7:30 PM
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Momix
Momix
DANCE
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
Houston, TX
Upcoming performances: 2
Next Performance: Jun 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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Ballet & Dance Venues

Theaters, opera houses, performing arts centers, and cultural venues in Houston and nearby areas.
Brown Theater at Wortham Center
Houston, TX
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 67
Next Ballet: Nov 27, 2026
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Cullen Theater At Wortham Theater Center
Houston, TX
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Apr 07, 2027
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Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
Houston, TX
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 6
Next Ballet: Apr 16, 2027
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Stafford Centre
Stafford, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Performances: 9
Next Ballet: Nov 21, 2026
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Toyota Center - TX
Houston, TX
Arena
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Mar 14, 2027
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About Ballet in Houston

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.

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