Company Spotlight

Pacific Northwest Ballet

Pacific Northwest Ballet has quietly become one of the most admired companies in the country. Based in Seattle, it has a deep Balanchine heritage and a top-tier school that feeds serious talent into the professional world. Reliable, polished, and a joy to watch.

Fast facts

Founded
1972
Based in
Seattle, Washington, United States
Style
Neoclassical and classical
Home venue
Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, Seattle

What Pacific Northwest Ballet is known for

  • A deep Balanchine repertoire
  • A highly respected affiliated school
  • A leading American company

Notable figures

Over its history, Pacific Northwest Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including Kent Stowell, Francia Russell, Peter Boal.

How to see Pacific Northwest Ballet

Pacific Northwest Ballet performs at Marion Oliver McCaw Hall in Seattle, with a fall-to-spring season and a beloved Nutcracker.

Ballets in the repertoire

Classic ballets you may catch Pacific Northwest Ballet perform include The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Coppélia, Giselle, The Sleeping Beauty.

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pacific Northwest Ballet located?

It is based in Seattle, Washington, and performs at Marion Oliver McCaw Hall.

What style is Pacific Northwest Ballet known for?

It has a strong Balanchine and neoclassical heritage alongside the classics, and it runs a highly regarded school.

When was Pacific Northwest Ballet founded?

Pacific Northwest Ballet was founded in 1972 and is based in Seattle, United States.

Where is Pacific Northwest Ballet based?

Pacific Northwest Ballet is based in Seattle, United States, and performs at Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, Seattle.

Who are some notable dancers associated with Pacific Northwest Ballet?

Notable figures connected with Pacific Northwest Ballet include Kent Stowell, Francia Russell, Peter Boal.

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