The Nutcracker
2025-12-12 19:00, 2025-12-13 19:00, 2025-12-14 13:00, 2025-12-14 17:30, 2025-12-18 19:00, 2025-12-19 19:00, 2025-12-20 19:00, 2025-12-21 13:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The Nutcracker
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center
Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Experience the magic of Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score and accompanied by the Richmond Symphony, this festive holiday tradition captures the wonder of the winter season.
Dates & Times
Saturday, December 6 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 7 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 14 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Thursday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Friday, December 19 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 20 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 21 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM
Tickets start at $31.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees
The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.
Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.
Richmond Ballet does not offer separate pricing for children. Each guest age 2 and up must have a ticket. Ticket prices are subject to change based on availability.

Giselle
2026-02-13 19:00, 2026-02-14 14:00, 2026-02-14 19:00, 2026-02-15 14:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Giselle
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center
Choreography after Jean Coralli, Jules Perrot, and Marius Petipa, with additional choreography by Ma Cong
Music by Adolphe Adam
Discover the hauntingly beautiful story that tests the bounds of true love…even in the afterworld. Considered among the world’s greatest ballets, Giselle returns to Dominion Energy Center for the first time in 15 years. With iconic choreography that transcends time, now enriched with new touches by Artistic Director Ma Cong, this ethereal ballet will sweep audiences away to a realm where love, vengeance, and redemption intertwine.
Dates & Times
Friday, February 13 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 14 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 15 – 2:00 PM
Tickets start at $31.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees
Run time is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.
Please note that theatrical smoke and strobe effects are used in this production.
CASTING:
*subject to change
Friday, February 13 at 7:00 PM
Giselle: Eri Nishihara
Albrecht: Khaiyom Khojaev
Myrtha: Mikell Graf
Hilarion: Ira White
Moyna and Zulma, Giselle’s Attendants: Naomi Robinson and Rika Kinoshita
Peasant Pas de Quatre: Annika Kuo and Colin Jacob with Isabella Franco and Chase Marcot
Berthe, Giselle’s Mother: Valerie Tellmann-Henning
Wilfred, Albrecht’s Squire: Zacchaeus Page
Saturday, February 14 at 2:00 PM
Giselle: Zoila Peña
Albrecht: Jack Miller
Myrtha: Izabella Tokev
Hilarion: Aleksey Babayev
Moyna and Zulma, Giselle’s Attendants: Isabella Franco and Annika Kuo
Peasant Pas de Quatre: Naomi Robinson and Alejandro Mariño Hechavarria with Rika Kinoshita and Josiah Lax
Berthe, Giselle’s Mother:Valerie Tellmann-Henning
Wilfred, Albrecht’s Squire: Zacchaeus Page
Saturday, February 14 at 7:00 PM
Giselle: Eri Nishihara
Albrecht: Khaiyom Khojaev
Myrtha: Mikell Graf
Hilarion: Ira White
Moyna and Zulma, Giselle’s Attendants: Naomi Robinson and Rika Kinoshita
Peasant Pas de Quatre: Annika Kuo and Colin Jacob with Isabella Franco and Chase Marcot
Berthe, Giselle’s Mother: Deanna Seay
Wilfred, Albrecht’s Squire: Zacchaeus Page
Sunday, February 15 at 2:00 PM
Giselle: Zoila Peña
Albrecht: Jack Miller
Myrtha: Izabella Tokev
Hilarion: Aleksey Babayev
Moyna and Zulma, Giselle’s Attendants: Isabella Franco and Annika Kuo
Peasant Pas de Quatre: Naomi Robinson and Senna Dewulf with Rika Kinoshita and Josiah Lax
Berthe, Giselle’s Mother: Deanna Seay
Wilfred, Albrecht’s Squire: Zacchaeus Page

Moving Art Three
2026-03-19 18:30, 2026-03-20 18:30, 2026-03-22 13:30, 2026-03-26 18:30, 2026-03-27 18:30, 2026-03-29 13:30 | Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, United States
Moving Art Three: New Works
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Choreography by Natasha Adorlee, David Morse, Price Suddarth, and Serkan Usta

The New Works Festival is a thrilling celebration of innovation and artistry, where four choreographers are challenged to create original 10-minute ballets in just 25 hours. Presented for the first time at VMFA, this fan-favorite event provides a rare glimpse into the creative process, displaying fresh perspectives and dynamic movement.
Dates & Times
Thursday, March 19 – 6:30 PM
Friday, March 20 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, March 22 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, March 26 – 6:30 PM
Friday, March 27 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, March 29 – 1:30 PM
Tickets start at $29*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Bridge Program Performance
2026-03-28 12:00 | Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, United States
Bridge Program Performance
Saturday, March 28th at 12 PM
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

The Bridge Program brings together Minds In Motion Ambassadors and the School of Richmond Ballet Youth Ensemble in a 30 minute program narrated by students and performed to showcase values of teamwork, self-esteem, and kindness in our community. The pieces are upbeat, contemporary and performed to popular music selections. The Finale features both groups performing together to the popular “This Little Light of Mine”.

The showing is free and open to the public.

An Evening with India Hicks
2026-03-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Quirk Hotel Richmond, 201 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
An Evening with India Hicks
for the benefit of Richmond Ballet
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Quirk Hotel Richmond
6:30 PM | Cocktails and Dinner
Tickets: $500 per person, click here to purchase.
*All major credit cards accepted. In accordance with IRS guidelines, we are unable to accept Donor Advised Funds for payment.
ABOUT INDIA HICKS
India Hicks, international designer and humanitarian visits Richmond exclusively for the benefit of Richmond Ballet.
For more than two decades, India Hicks has impacted the global design industry and has championed international relief efforts with her unique perspective and compassionate world view.
The author of several books, she has raised five children with her husband on Harbour Island, in the Bahamas, where she co-owns The Sugar Mill—an elegant, eclectic, and vibrant boutique—and is a visionary force behind Global Empowerment Mission, helping deliver relief to disaster-stricken regions around the world.
ABOUT THE EVENT
A personal friend of the Ballet’s, India Hicks will speak about her belief in the beauty of design and how our gifts to others can transform a community. Join us at this intimate dinner to meet India Hicks and learn about her personal history and thoughts for the future. Together, we will celebrate the importance of giving of oneself to uplift and unite the human spirit.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Holly Foster, Giving and Events Coordinator, at hfoster@richmondballet.com or 804.344.0906 x247.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

Mrs. Maggie Georgiadis

SRB Ensembles present The Sleeping Beauty Suite
2026-04-11 11:00 | Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, United States
SRB Ensembles present The Sleeping Beauty Suite
Saturday, April 11th at 11 am and 1:30 pm
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
“Once upon a time” is now, as the tale of Princess Aurora and her Prince Charming comes to life in an
enchanting, hour-long performance of The Sleeping Beauty Suite. Get lost in the magical world of fairies,
Hop o’ My Thumb, and Red Riding Hood, while being treated to some of the ballet world’s most beloved
pieces of choreography and music. With a fairytale setting, beautiful costumes, and an engaging narrator,
this story ballet will delight children of all ages.
Tickets: $16 (plus a $3 convenience fee when purchasing online)
Tickets are available for purchase online at etix.com, by phone at 804.344.0906 x224, or in person at the Richmond Ballet Box Office, 407 East Canal Street, Monday-Friday, 11am-6pm.
Please note that strobe effects are used in this production.

On The Rise
2026-04-17 18:30, 2026-04-18 14:00 | Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, United States
On The Rise:
Richmond Ballet Professional Training Program in Performance

Friday, April 17 at 6:30 PM and Saturday, April 18 at 2:00 PM
Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd
Discover the future of ballet in this vibrant performance showcasing Richmond Ballet’s Studio Company and Trainee Program. Featuring excerpts from beloved classical ballets, including La Bayadère and Napoli, alongside dynamic
contemporary choreography, On the Rise highlights the talent, dedication, and artistry of these exceptional young dancers as they step confidently toward professional careers.
Tickets: $23 (including all fees)
Tickets are available for purchase online at etix.com, by phone at 804.344.0906 x224, or in person at the Richmond Ballet Box Office, 407 East Canal Street, Monday-Friday, 11am-6pm.

Minds In Motion Culminating Performances
2026-04-23 17:30, 2026-04-24 17:30, 2026-04-24 19:30 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Liberty and IndepenDANCE for all!
Please join us for this season’s Minds In Motion Culminating Performances! These performances at Dominion Energy Center will highlight the power of art by showcasing the 4th grade students from 15 participating schools.
All performances are FREE and open to the community. No ticket required to attend.
Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
featuring students from Anna Julia Cooper, Hopkins, Linwood Holton, Lois Harrison-Jones, Sabot, Steward, and Woodville
Friday, April 24th at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
featuring students from Bellevue, Bon Air, J.B. Fisher, Mary Munford, St. Michael’s, Saint Benedict, Westover Hills, and William Fox
Bag Policy
For your convenience and safety, bags that are no larger than 12” x 8” x 6″, diaper bags, and medical bags (subject to search upon entry) are permitted inside the venue.
Backpacks, boxes, and laptop bags or briefcases do not apply and will not be permitted into the venue.
Any guests who require ADA or medical accommodations may contact the venue’s administrative office for assistance in advance of your visit.

Moving Art Four
2026-05-14 18:30 | Leslie Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, United States
Moving Art Four: Legends
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Celebrated choreographers, composers, and ballets take center stage in the final program of the season, Moving Art Four: Legends.
Please note: strobe effects are used in this production.

Apollo
Choreography by George Balanchine
Music by Igor Stravinsky
Apollo is George Balanchine’s oldest surviving ballet, his first great success, and the beginning of his lifelong partnership with Igor Stravinsky. In this quintessential example of the legendary choreographer’s spare, neoclassical choreographic style, the young god Apollo is visited and instructed by the three muses of poetry, mime; and dance and song.
After Eden
Choreography by John Butler
Music by Lee Hoiby
An exploration of the loss of Paradise after the fall of Adam and Eve, John Butler’s After Eden is a sensual, original combination of ballet and modern dance. Audiences will be transfixed by this dramatic work with its intimate portrayal of the ancient biblical tale. Performed by Richmond Ballet in New York City, London, and throughout China, After Eden is a tour de force for two dancers.
A World Premiere by Val Caniparoli
Val Caniparoli returns to Richmond Ballet to choreograph his highly-anticipated eighth world premiere for the company. Known for his musicality, theatricality, and emotionally resonant storytelling, Caniparoli is sure to create a ballet that inspires and challenges audiences and artists alike.
Dates & Times
Thursday, May 14 – 6:30 PM
Friday, May 15 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 17 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, May 21 – 6:30 PM
Friday, May 22 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 24 – 1:30 PM
Tickets start at $29*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees
Opening night of Moving Art Four and the post-show artist reception is sponsored in part by Dominion Energy.
