This page lists upcoming ballet productions, touring companies, and selected dance performances in Boston and nearby Cambridge.
Each production appears once with its next date, venue, and number of upcoming performances. For individual showtimes, use the Boston Ballet Calendar. For current prices and available seats, visit Ticket Prices.
Ballets & Dance in Boston 2026–2027
Complete List of Productions & Performances
Browse ballet and dance productions in Boston and nearby Cambridge throughout 2026–2027. Find upcoming performances, dates, venues, and ticket options.
All Ballet & Dance Productions in Boston
See what’s playing this season
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Popular Ballets in Boston
Classical Favorites & Story Ballets
The Nutcracker
A Boston holiday favorite presented in traditional, contemporary, and touring productions each Christmas.
Cinderella
A classic story ballet set to Prokofiev’s celebrated score, following Cinderella from hardship to the royal ball.
Coppélia
A lighthearted classical ballet about Swanilda, Franz, and a mysterious doll created by the eccentric Dr. Coppélius.
Urban Nutcracker
A Boston holiday production blending Nutcracker traditions with contemporary dance, local culture, and city life.
About This List
What’s Included
Boston Ballet & Dance FAQ
What ballets are playing in Boston?
Upcoming productions include classical story ballets, Boston Ballet programs, Nutcracker productions, touring companies, and contemporary dance performances.
Where can I see ballet in Boston?
Major venues include Citizens Opera House, Emerson Colonial Theatre, Shubert Theatre, Huntington Theatre, and other Boston-area performing arts venues.
Are dance performances included on this page?
Yes. The list also includes selected contemporary dance companies, touring productions, and mixed dance programs appearing in Boston and Cambridge.
Are there ballet performances in Cambridge?
Yes. Cambridge venues such as Takeda Theater at The Platform host ballet and contemporary dance performances during the season.
Are there different Nutcracker productions in Boston?
Yes. Boston hosts several versions of The Nutcracker, including traditional, contemporary, local, and touring productions.
Where can I find exact dates and ticket prices?
Use the Boston Ballet Calendar to view individual performance dates and showtimes, or use Ticket Prices to compare current prices and seat availability.