Company Spotlight
Boston Ballet
Boston Ballet is one of the leading classical companies in the United States, and it has been a fixture of New England culture since the 1960s. The company pairs the big story ballets everyone loves with a real appetite for new and contemporary work. Its affiliated school is also one of the largest of its kind in North America.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1963
- Based in
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- Style
- Classical and contemporary
- Home venue
- Citizens Bank Opera House
What Boston Ballet is known for
- Full-length classical productions
- An acclaimed Nutcracker
- Contemporary repertory
- One of the largest ballet schools in North America
Notable figures
Over its history, Boston Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including E. Virginia Williams, Mikko Nissinen.
How to see Boston Ballet
You can catch Boston Ballet during its season at the Citizens Bank Opera House in downtown Boston. The holiday Nutcracker is a beloved local tradition.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Boston Ballet perform include The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Giselle, Romeo and Juliet, Cinderella, Coppélia.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Boston Ballet founded?
Boston Ballet was founded in 1963 by E. Virginia Williams.
Where does Boston Ballet perform?
The company performs at the Citizens Bank Opera House in Boston.
When was Boston Ballet founded?
Boston Ballet was founded in 1963 and is based in Boston, United States.
Where is Boston Ballet based?
Boston Ballet is based in Boston, United States, and performs at Citizens Bank Opera House.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Boston Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Boston Ballet include E. Virginia Williams, Mikko Nissinen.