Ballet Club

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 7:30 pm

Shakespeare’s Verona comes to life in bustling street scenes, fierce duels and the tenderness of Romeo and Juliet’s forbidden love as The National Ballet of Canada presents John Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet for the 75th anniversary, honouring an iconic production instrumental to the company’s artistic growth. Created for Stuttgart Ballet in 1962 and first performed by the National Ballet in 1964, Romeo and Juliet is a timeless showcase for the artist development, dramatic depth and musicality of Cranko’s legacy, set to Sergei Prokofiev’s celebrated score.

Thursday November 18, 2026 at 7:30 pm

Two acclaimed works return to The National Ballet of Canada in a dynamic double bill celebrating the company’s innovation and global influence. Crystal Pite’s award-winning Emergence was a breakout success that redefined the relationship between classical and contemporary traditions, while Silent Screen introduced the storied partnership of Sol León and Paul Lightfoot to Toronto audiences through one of their most admired creations. Together, these mesmerizing works embody the ambition and artistic excellence that define the National Ballet today. 

Thursday, March 4, 2027 at 7:30 pm

Stravinsky transformed the landscape of 20th-century classical music and set ballet on a new course for the modern era. His revolutionary compositions include iconic collaborations with Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes, such as The Firebird and The Rite of Spring, and continue to inspire choreographers today. Echoes of Stravinsky brings together three works shaped by Stravinsky’s influence, highlighting the artistry of The National Ballet of Canada Orchestra under Music Director and Principal Conductor David Briskin, celebrating his 20th year with the company. 

Thursday, March 24, 2026 at 7:30 pm

The Erik Bruhn Festival of Emerging Artists reimagines the former Erik Bruhn Prize as a showcase rather than a competition, reflecting Artistic Director Hope Muir’s ambition to better support young talent and reflect the tradition of collaboration and artistic exchange uniting the participating companies. Young dancers will still perform classical pieces and contemporary works created for the occasion, honouring the high standards Bruhn upheld as former Artistic Director and creating a rare opportunity to champion the stars of tomorrow together on one stage. 

Thursday, June 10, 2027 at 7:30 pm

The Beginning of Forever follows the huge success of both Anima Animus and The Four Seasons as David Dawson’s first commission for The National Ballet of Canada in his role as Resident Choreographer. A trilogy of works that form a sweeping arc, The Beginning of Forever explores the emotional forces that shape us – life, love and ascension – through a prism of movement, memory and meditation. Beginning with “The Journey” and progressing through “The Promise” and “The Truth,” the work traces the human experience from the intensity of the creative act to a realm of memory and longing through the form of neo-classical ballet technique. The Beginning of Forever features an original score by award-winning composer Peter Gregson.