Company Spotlight
Miami City Ballet
Miami City Ballet dances with a sunny, high-energy style all its own. It carries the Balanchine neoclassical torch, which means fast, musical, and full of joy. Watching them feels like Balanchine with a South Florida glow.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1985
- Based in
- Miami Beach, Florida, United States
- Style
- Neoclassical (Balanchine)
- Home venue
- Adrienne Arsht Center and touring South Florida venues
What Miami City Ballet is known for
- A vibrant Balanchine repertoire
- A distinctly sunny, energetic style
- One of the leading US companies
Notable figures
Over its history, Miami City Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including Edward Villella, Lourdes Lopez.
How to see Miami City Ballet
Miami City Ballet performs across South Florida, including at the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami, with a season that runs fall into spring.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Miami City Ballet perform include The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Coppélia, The Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
What style is Miami City Ballet known for?
It is known for the neoclassical Balanchine style, danced with a bright, energetic South Florida flavor.
Where does Miami City Ballet perform?
The company performs at venues across South Florida, including the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami.
When was Miami City Ballet founded?
Miami City Ballet was founded in 1985 and is based in Miami Beach, United States.
Where is Miami City Ballet based?
Miami City Ballet is based in Miami Beach, United States, and performs at Adrienne Arsht Center and touring South Florida venues.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Miami City Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Miami City Ballet include Edward Villella, Lourdes Lopez.