Ballet in Pittsburgh

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

  • Updated: November 10, 2026
  • 4 Venues

Pittsburgh, PA, 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.

  • 37 Upcoming Events
  • Dec 4 First Event
  • $43 Lowest Price
  • $245 Average Price
  • Next Ballet Performance:
  • Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker
  • Dec 4 · 7:00 PM · Benedum Center
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Upcoming Ballet & Dance Performances 2026–2027

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Updated Daily. Upcoming ballet performances: 37
  • Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $50, Avg. price ~ $227, Tickets Available: 556. View Tickets
  • Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $264, Tickets Available: 426. View Tickets
  • Dec 05, 2026, 4:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show at Kelly-Strayhorn Theater, 5941 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. From $82, Avg. price ~ $151, Tickets Remaining: 14. View Tickets
  • Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $233, Tickets Available: 560. View Tickets
  • Dec 06, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $55, Avg. price ~ $246, Tickets Available: 543. View Tickets
  • Dec 06, 2026, 4:30 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $85, Avg. price ~ $618, Tickets Available: 68. View Tickets
  • Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $238, Tickets Available: 630. View Tickets
  • Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $269, Tickets Available: 467. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $285, Tickets Available: 420. View Tickets
  • Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $261, Tickets Available: 475. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $293, Tickets Available: 447. View Tickets
  • Dec 13, 2026, 4:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $259, Tickets Available: 487. View Tickets
  • Dec 18, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $253, Tickets Available: 488. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $269, Tickets Available: 383. View Tickets
  • Dec 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $257, Tickets Available: 482. View Tickets
  • Dec 20, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $271, Tickets Available: 456. View Tickets
  • Dec 20, 2026, 4:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $276, Tickets Available: 464. View Tickets
  • Dec 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Mon — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $254, Tickets Available: 500. View Tickets
  • Dec 22, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $250, Tickets Available: 501. View Tickets
  • Dec 23, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $243, Tickets Available: 524. View Tickets
  • Dec 26, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $245, Tickets Available: 479. View Tickets
  • Dec 26, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $240, Tickets Available: 520. View Tickets
  • Dec 27, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $58, Avg. price ~ $259, Tickets Available: 507. View Tickets
  • Dec 27, 2026, 4:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center • 2,800 seats, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. From $43, Avg. price ~ $251, Tickets Available: 502. View Tickets
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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

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The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
BALLET
Benedum Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 2,155
Next Performance: Dec 04, 2026 7:00 PM
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Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
BALLET
Kelly-Strayhorn Theater
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 30
Next Performance: Dec 05, 2026 4:00 PM
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Hubbard Street Dance
Hubbard Street Dance
DANCE
Byham Theater
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 2
Next Performance: Jan 30, 2027 7:30 PM
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Dancing With The Stars
Dancing With The Stars
DANCE
PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 61
Next Performance: Feb 10, 2027 7:30 PM
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Alice In Wonderland - Ballet
Alice In Wonderland - Ballet
BALLET
Benedum Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 56
Next Performance: Feb 12, 2027 7:30 PM
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
BALLET
Benedum Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 89
Next Performance: Mar 02, 2027 7:30 PM
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Gallim Dance
Gallim Dance
DANCE
Byham Theater
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 12
Next Performance: Apr 24, 2027 7:30 PM
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The Sleeping Beauty - Ballet
The Sleeping Beauty - Ballet
BALLET
Benedum Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Upcoming performances: 83
Next Performance: May 07, 2027 7:30 PM
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Ballet & Dance Venues

Theaters, opera houses, performing arts centers, and cultural venues in Pittsburgh and nearby areas.
Benedum Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Arena
Upcoming Performances: 36
Next Ballet: Dec 04, 2026
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Byham Theater
Pittsburgh, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 2
Next Ballet: Jan 30, 2027
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Kelly-Strayhorn Theater
Pittsburgh, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Dec 05, 2026
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PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh, PA
Arena
Upcoming Performances: 1
Next Ballet: Feb 10, 2027
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About Ballet in Pittsburgh

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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