Ballet Shows in Washington, D.C.

With annual seasons at the Kennedy Center, Warner Theatre, and Sidney Harman Hall, ballet companies such as American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and The Washington Ballet provide residents and visitors with plenty of ballet shows in Washington, D.C. These, amongst the many other dance companies from around the globe who come to the United States’ capital city to showcase their talents, brings classical and contemporary works directly to American audiences.

Of note is The Washington Ballet’s production of former Artistic Director Septime Webre’s The Nutcracker which takes place in the city’s very own 19th century Georgetown rather than the traditional German setting. To see historic landmarks incorporated into the most famous holiday ballet, and then to see them in person, is something only possible in Washington, D.C.

Upcoming Ballet Shows in Washington, D.C. for 2025 & 2026

The Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center is located in the capital of the United States on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. It is not only the nation’s theater, but one that is recognized all over the world for its mission in making the arts accessible for everyone.

Along with the resident National Symphony Orchestra and Washington National Opera, the theatre is host to international ballet, dance, theater, and music companies. Several festivals are held here and commitment to exposing youth to the performing arts is taken into consideration in annual programming.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts was built as a living memorial to the 35th President of the United States for his lifelong dedication to the arts.

“The life of the arts, far from being an interruption, a distraction, in the life of the nation, is close to the center of a nation’s purpose – and is a test to the quality of a nation’s civilization.” – John F. Kennedy

Ballet Performances at The Kennedy Center