Richmond Ballet

Minds In Motion Culminating Performances
2026-04-24 19:30, 2026-04-24 17:30, 2026-04-23 17:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

On The Rise
2026-04-18 14:00, 2026-04-17 18:30 | 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.

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.

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

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.

The Sleeping Beauty Lecture Demonstration
2025-10-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Studio Theatre at Richmond Ballet, 407 East Canal Street, Richmond, VA, 23219-3811, United States
Experience the Magic of Ballet!
A Free Community Event in Partnership with CultureWorks artoberVA 2025

Join us on Saturday, October 4, in Richmond Ballet’s 3rd-floor studios for a free, family-friendly performance of The Sleeping Beauty, brought to life by our Studio Company dancers. Presented in a dynamic lecture-demonstration style, this 45-minute adaptation of a classic fairy-tale, blends storytelling, dancing, and audience interaction—perfect for children in Pre-K through 5th grade and their families.
Led by a lively narrator, you’ll meet enchanting fairies, celebrate Princess Aurora’s birthday, and help a brave prince on his journey to a hidden castle. It’s an up-close, behind-the-scenes look at the magic of ballet—with plenty of opportunities to join in the fun!
This event is free with a suggested donation, and seating is limited—so don’t miss your chance to experience the joy of The Sleeping Beauty in a whole new way!
artoberVA 2025 features a month-long lineup of events, workshops, performances, and community gatherings, highlighting the role of arts and culture in fostering connected and resilient communities. To learn more, visit richmondcultureworks.org.

Legacy Gala
2025-05-31 17:30 - 23:00 | Altria Theater, 6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
Please join us onstage for a special evening celebrating the extraordinary legacy of Founding Artistic Director Stoner Winslett and Richmond Ballet.

Richmond Ballet Gala
In Celebration of Stoner Winslett
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Altria Theater | Richmond, VA
More details to come!
