Your Ballet Experience

A Night at the Ballet

Welcome to The National Ballet of Canada! Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of your visit to the ballet in the stunning Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.

Before Your Visit

Enhance your experience by learning about the ballet you are about to see. Explore the production pages on our website for interesting videos, background information and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Video clips are a quick and easy way to get excited for an upcoming performance!

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Beverages & Snacks

Bars and concessions are located throughout the Four Seasons Centre serving a variety of beverages and snacks. You can even beat the queue and pre-order your intermission refreshments and beverages can be taken into the theatre.

What to Wear

There is no dress code at the ballet! It can be a great opportunity to get dressed up or wear your favourite, comfy outfit. All looks are welcome.

During Intermission

Most ballets have at least one intermission and you can enjoy a beverage or quick snack in the spectacular city room or simply enjoy the view and take in the gorgeous Toronto city-scape. You can also visit our wonderful Ballet Boutique in the main lobby for all kinds of ballet-related merchandise.

Enhance Your Ballet Experience

Join us 45 minutes before the performance in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre for Ballet Talks. These intimate and interesting artist conversations give you unique insight in the production you are about to see!

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Share Your Experience

We love hearing from you! During intermission and after the performance, let us know about your National Ballet experience by posting to social media and tagging us @nationalballet.