Company Spotlight
Tulsa Ballet
Tulsa Ballet was founded in the mid-1950s by two former Ballet Russe dancers, which gives it a genuinely rich pedigree. The company is widely respected for pairing classical repertoire with ambitious contemporary programming. For a city its size, Tulsa punches well above its weight here.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1956
- Based in
- Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- Style
- Classical and contemporary
- Home venue
- Tulsa Performing Arts Center
What Tulsa Ballet is known for
- Ballet Russe heritage
- A strong classical and contemporary mix
- A reputation that exceeds its market size
- Home seasons at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center
Notable figures
Over its history, Tulsa Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including Roman Jasinski, Moscelyne Larkin.
How to see Tulsa Ballet
Mainstage productions run at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center downtown, with studio shows in the company's own Hardesty Center space.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Tulsa Ballet perform include The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Giselle.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded Tulsa Ballet?
It was founded in 1956 by Roman Jasinski and Moscelyne Larkin, both former dancers with the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo.
Where does Tulsa Ballet perform?
Major productions are staged at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
When was Tulsa Ballet founded?
Tulsa Ballet was founded in 1956 and is based in Tulsa, United States.
Where is Tulsa Ballet based?
Tulsa Ballet is based in Tulsa, United States, and performs at Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Tulsa Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Tulsa Ballet include Roman Jasinski, Moscelyne Larkin.