Company Spotlight
Stuttgart Ballet
The Stuttgart Ballet became world-famous through what people called the "Stuttgart Ballet miracle" under choreographer John Cranko. It is a company built on powerful, dramatic story ballets like Onegin and Romeo and Juliet. Expect deep acting alongside gorgeous dancing.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 18th century roots; transformed in the 1960s
- Based in
- Stuttgart, Germany
- Style
- Dramatic story ballets
- Home venue
- Stuttgart State Theatre
What Stuttgart Ballet is known for
- The choreography of John Cranko
- Dramatic full-length story ballets
- Onegin and Romeo and Juliet
Notable figures
Over its history, Stuttgart Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including John Cranko, Marcia Haydée.
How to see Stuttgart Ballet
The Stuttgart Ballet performs at the Stuttgart State Theatre in Germany.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Stuttgart Ballet perform include Onegin, Romeo and Juliet, Swan Lake, Giselle, The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Stuttgart Ballet known for?
It is known for dramatic story ballets, especially the works of John Cranko such as Onegin and Romeo and Juliet.
What was the Stuttgart Ballet miracle?
It is the nickname for the company's rise to international fame under choreographer John Cranko in the 1960s.
When was Stuttgart Ballet founded?
Stuttgart Ballet was founded in 18th century roots; transformed in the 1960s and is based in Stuttgart, Germany.
Where is Stuttgart Ballet based?
Stuttgart Ballet is based in Stuttgart, Germany, and performs at Stuttgart State Theatre.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Stuttgart Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Stuttgart Ballet include John Cranko, Marcia Haydée.