Ballet in Denver

Classical ballet, contemporary dance, touring productions, and live performances in Denver.

  • Updated: November 4, 2026
  • 7 Venues

Denver, CO, offers a variety of ballet performances, from classical productions and contemporary dance to touring companies and seasonal favorites. Find upcoming ballet shows, performance dates, venues, seating options, and tickets throughout the area.

  • 58 Upcoming Events
  • Nov 22 First Event
  • $45 Lowest Price
  • $251 Average Price
  • Next Ballet Performance:
  • Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
  • Nov 22 · 6:00 PM · Wolf Theatre - CO
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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Updated Daily. Upcoming ballet performances: 58
  • Nov 22, 2026, 6:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show at Wolf Theatre - CO, Speer Blvd & Arapahoe St., Denver, CO 80204. From $316, Avg. price ~ $364, Tickets Remaining: 2. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $55, Avg. price ~ $328, Tickets Available: 289. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Paramount Theatre - Denver • 1,870 seats, 1621 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO 80202. From $52, Avg. price ~ $156, Tickets Available: 2363. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $291, Tickets Available: 361. View Tickets
  • Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Paramount Theatre - Denver • 1,870 seats, 1621 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO 80202. From $52, Avg. price ~ $156, Tickets Available: 2475. View Tickets
  • Nov 29, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $245, Tickets Available: 499. View Tickets
  • Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $253, Tickets Available: 431. View Tickets
  • Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET, Best Value: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $50, Avg. price ~ $222, Tickets Available: 578. View Tickets
  • Dec 05, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $55, Avg. price ~ $310, Tickets Available: 312. View Tickets
  • Dec 06, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $55, Avg. price ~ $250, Tickets Available: 441. View Tickets
  • Dec 06, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Best Value, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $45, Avg. price ~ $224, Tickets Available: 595. View Tickets
  • Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $188, Tickets Available: 544. View Tickets
  • Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $190, Tickets Available: 419. View Tickets
  • Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $56, Avg. price ~ $252, Tickets Available: 432. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $62, Avg. price ~ $201, Tickets Available: 398. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $60, Avg. price ~ $261, Tickets Available: 393. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $60, Avg. price ~ $201, Tickets Available: 398. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $246, Tickets Available: 490. View Tickets
  • Dec 16, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $243, Tickets Available: 508. View Tickets
  • Dec 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $180, Tickets Available: 693. View Tickets
  • Dec 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $51, Avg. price ~ $226, Tickets Available: 570. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $61, Avg. price ~ $292, Tickets Available: 543. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $61, Avg. price ~ $254, Tickets Available: 474. View Tickets
  • Dec 20, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Colorado Ballet: The Nutcracker at Ellie Caulkins Opera House • 2,225 seats, 950 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. From $56, Avg. price ~ $258, Tickets Available: 480. View Tickets
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Ballet Companies

Professional ballet companies and touring productions


Ballet Type Description & Examples
🩰 Classical Ballet Traditional productions including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Giselle.
✨ Contemporary Ballet Modern dance productions combining classical technique with contemporary choreography.
🌎 Touring Companies National and international ballet companies performing special engagements and tours.
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Ballet Family-friendly productions designed for audiences of all ages.
🎄 Holiday Ballet Seasonal favorites and holiday performances presented throughout the year.
⭐ Special Events Gala performances, anniversary productions, showcases, and special dance events.

All Ballet & Dance Performances

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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
BALLET
Wolf Theatre - CO
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 46
Next Performance: Nov 22, 2026 6:00 PM
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The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
BALLET
Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 2,046
Next Performance: Nov 28, 2026 1:00 PM
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
BALLET
Paramount Theatre - Denver
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 131
Next Performance: Nov 28, 2026 3:00 PM
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Romeo and Juliet - Ballet
Romeo and Juliet - Ballet
BALLET
Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 35
Next Performance: Jan 29, 2027 7:30 PM
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Pilobolus
Pilobolus
DANCE
Lone Tree Arts Center
Littleton, CO
Upcoming performances: 9
Next Performance: Jan 29, 2027 7:30 PM
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Circa: The Art of Figure
Circa: The Art of Figure
DANCE
Lone Tree Arts Center
Littleton, CO
Upcoming performances: 1
Next Performance: Feb 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
DANCE
Parsons Theatre - Northglenn
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 2
Next Performance: Feb 26, 2027 7:00 PM
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The Wizard of Oz - Ballet
The Wizard of Oz - Ballet
BALLET
Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 9
Next Performance: Mar 05, 2027 7:30 PM
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Dancing With The Stars
Dancing With The Stars
DANCE
Ball Arena
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 62
Next Performance: Mar 19, 2027 7:30 PM
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Riverdance 30 - The New Generation
Riverdance 30 - The New Generation
DANCE
Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 39
Next Performance: Mar 24, 2027 7:30 PM
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Riverdance
Riverdance
DANCE
Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 41
Next Performance: Mar 27, 2027 2:00 PM
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Masterworks
Masterworks
BALLET
Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Denver, CO
Upcoming performances: 6
Next Performance: Apr 10, 2027 2:00 PM
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About Ballet in Denver

Classical and contemporary dance performances


Ballet performances include classical productions, contemporary works, touring companies, seasonal presentations, family performances, and special dance events throughout the year.

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