Ballet in New Orleans

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

  • Updated: November 4, 2026
  • 5 Venues

New Orleans, LA, 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.

  • 15 Upcoming Events
  • Dec 12 First Event
  • $41 Lowest Price
  • $113 Average Price
  • Next Ballet Performance:
  • New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker
  • Dec 12 · 2:00 PM · Orpheum Theater - New Orleans
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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Updated Daily. Upcoming ballet performances: 15
  • Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $58, Avg. price ~ $115, Tickets Available: 1782. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $58, Avg. price ~ $117, Tickets Available: 1808. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $58, Avg. price ~ $118, Tickets Available: 1976. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $55, Avg. price ~ $108, Tickets Available: 1721. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, Weekend Event: Jefferson Performing Arts Society: The Nutcracker at Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 6400 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA 70003. From $42, Avg. price ~ $75, Tickets Available: 1086. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $55, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 1827. View Tickets
  • Dec 20, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $55, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 1894. View Tickets
  • Dec 20, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, Best Value, Weekend Event: Jefferson Performing Arts Society: The Nutcracker at Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 6400 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA 70003. From $42, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 1123. View Tickets
  • Dec 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Mon — BALLET: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $58, Avg. price ~ $116, Tickets Available: 1965. View Tickets
  • Dec 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Tue — BALLET: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $55, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 1971. View Tickets
  • Dec 23, 2026, 2:00 PM Wed — BALLET: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $55, Avg. price ~ $117, Tickets Available: 1969. View Tickets
  • Dec 30, 2026, 3:00 PM Wed — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Saenger Theatre - New Orleans • 2,736 seats, 1111 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70112. From $41, Avg. price ~ $444, Tickets Available: 266. View Tickets
  • Dec 30, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BALLET, High Demand: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Saenger Theatre - New Orleans • 2,736 seats, 1111 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70112. From $48, Avg. price ~ $438, Tickets Available: 267. View Tickets
  • May 08, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: Swan Lake at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $58, Avg. price ~ $113, Tickets Available: 1459. View Tickets
  • May 08, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: New Orleans Ballet Theatre: Swan Lake at Orpheum Theater - New Orleans • 1,500 seats, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112. From $58, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 1302. View Tickets

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

Browse upcoming ballet productions and dance performances in New Orleans and nearby areas.
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
BALLET
Orpheum Theater - New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
Upcoming performances: 2,046
Next Performance: Dec 12, 2026 2:00 PM
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
BALLET
Saenger Theatre - New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
Upcoming performances: 131
Next Performance: Dec 30, 2026 3:00 PM
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Tango After Dark
Tango After Dark
DANCE
Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts
New Orleans, LA
Upcoming performances: 3
Next Performance: Feb 20, 2027 7:30 PM
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Dancing With The Stars
Dancing With The Stars
DANCE
Smoothie King Center
New Orleans, LA
Upcoming performances: 62
Next Performance: Mar 11, 2027 7:30 PM
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Swan Lake
Swan Lake
BALLET
Orpheum Theater - New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
Upcoming performances: 173
Next Performance: May 08, 2027 2:00 PM
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Ballet & Dance Venues

Theaters, opera houses, performing arts centers, and cultural venues in New Orleans and nearby areas.
Jefferson Performing Arts Center
Metairie, LA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 2
Next Ballet: Dec 19, 2026
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Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts
New Orleans, LA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Feb 20, 2027
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Orpheum Theater - New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 11
Next Ballet: Dec 12, 2026
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Saenger Theatre - New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 2
Next Ballet: Dec 30, 2026
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Smoothie King Center
New Orleans, LA
Arena
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Mar 11, 2027
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About Ballet in New Orleans

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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