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Christmas Eve + The Nutcracker = pure holiday magic! 🎄✨ Our Ticket Office is available for questions from 10 AM-1 PM. Our administrative offices are closed until January 5.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancer Andrew Vecseri and Kansas City Ballet School Student MacKenzie Mejia. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
For many Kansas City Ballet School students, becoming a Polichinelles — or "poli" for short — is a dream role that demands big smiles, sharp moves, and huge personality!
Our new Mother Ginger showcases these young performers beautifully, but keeping her spectacular presence requires ongoing care and resources.
🎁Your gift today keeps this treasured tradition dazzling for seasons to come. Will you help preserve the magic? 👉 check out our #linkinbio.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers and Kansas City Ballet School Students. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
#NutcrackerKC #KansasCityBallet #MotherGinger #Polichinelles #SupportTheArts #KeepTheMagicAlive
Parents, looking for a screen-free adventure? 📚✨ Treat your kids to an unforgettable ballet experience with Snow White—fun, narrated, and family-friendly!
Bruce Wells` Snow White showing Feb. 27-March 1 at @thefollytheater | Supported by Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts and the Neighborhood Tourism Development Fund.
🎟️ ONLY at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Atlanta Ballet II Dancers. Photography by Kim Kenney.
The magic ends tomorrow! 🎄✨ Make The Nutcracker part of your holiday tradition before it’s too late. Final performance is Dec. 24—secure your seats today at KCBALLET.ORG.
❄️Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Andrew Vecseri, Elliott Rogers with Kansas City Ballet School Students and Company Dancers. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to witness the evolution of dance and see emerging artists in action at New Moves!🤩🌀
New Moves | Jan. 29 - Feb. 1 | Get tickets at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸 Kansas City Ballet Company Dancers Naomi Tanioka and Angelin Carrant in Natasha Adorlee`s "glōam", Second Company Dancers in Duncan Cooper`s "FORWARD." Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
Step into the Land of Sweets before it melts away! 🍬✨ The Nutcracker closes Dec. 24—make this holiday unforgettable with Kansas City’s most cherished tradition.
❄️Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
🎟 Available only at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Kelsey Hellebuyck, Amelia Meissner, Olivia Jacobus and Joseph Boswell with Company Dancers. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
Double the magic, double the savings! ✨Get 20% off regular single ticket prices when you purchase a 2-show 2025–2026 subscription package.
🇺🇸Enjoy Stars and Stripes—a stunning tribute to America’s 250th anniversary featuring Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes, de Mille’s Rodeo, and a world premiere by Caili Quan.
🥂Or our debut of Septime Webre`s The Great Gatsby.
👀Subscribers save 25% on The Nutcracker, New Moves, and family-friendly Snow White! Packages start at just $54—reserve your dates today at the #linkinbio.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Naomi Tanioka, Paul Zusi, Andrew Vecseri and Amanda DeVenuta. Photography by Kenny Johnson. Design by Savanna Daniels.
Experience the enchantment! Final call for Devon Carney`s The Nutcracker at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts✨
Snap up the last few tickets at the #linkinbio before it`s too late!
Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancer Kaleena Burks with Company Dancers. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
Introduce your kids to the beauty of ballet! 🌟🩰
Bruce Wells` Snow White is a 55-minute, family-friendly performance full of friendship, love, and adventure at @thefollytheater 🎭
Supported by Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts and the Neighborhood Tourism Development Fund.
🎟️ ONLY at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Atlanta Ballet II Dancer Francesa Loi. Photography by Kim Kenney.
Never been to the ballet? This is your moment!🤩🩰 The Nutcracker is the perfect introduction—full of magic, music, and holiday cheer. But hurry—the show closes Dec. 24!
❄️Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
🎟 Available only at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Sidney Haefs, Aidan Duffy, Taryn Pachciarz and Kaleena Burks. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
🌀What is New Moves?🌀
New Moves is a special limited-run showcase that offers audiences the opportunity to see tomorrow’s sought-after choreographers today, as they explore bold new ways of expression and create never-before-seen dance creations!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to witness the evolution of dance and see emerging artists in action. Get your tickets now and be a part of the future of ballet.
New Moves | Jan. 29 - Feb. 1 | Get tickets at the #linkinbio!
📸 Kansas City Ballet Company Dancers Alladson Barreto and Gavin Abercrombie in Peter Chu`s "And I’m In Way Over My Head Here," Kelsey Ivana Hellebuyck and Andrew Vecseri in Elliott Rogers` "Stages," Amanda DeVenuta and Keaton Linzau in Elaine Kimble`s "Everything is Temporary," Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
From grandparents to grandkids, The Nutcracker is a holiday tradition for every generation.☃️🧤 Share the magic before we close on Dec. 24 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
❄️Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
🎟 Available only at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Kelsey Hellebuyck and Keaton Linzau with Kansas City Ballet School Students. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
The Sugar Plum Fairy awaits… ✨🍭 Step into the Land of Sweets and experience the magic of The Nutcracker!
Devon Carney`s The Nutcracker is NOW SHOWING through Dec. 24 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
❄️Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
🎟 Available only at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Sidney Haefs, Aidan Duffy Kansas City Ballet School Students. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
🎨✨ We have a winner! ✨🎨
Congratulations to our R.O.A.D. Art Contest Winner, a 3rd grade student from Border Star Montessori! Their artwork was selected as the winning poster for our Fall R.O.A.D. Poster Contest, and we couldn’t be more proud. Celebrating 25 years of R.O.A.D. Residencies across the region!
This special moment also marks us wrapping up R.O.A.D. Rallies for all of our 12-week residencies — a perfect way to celebrate the creativity, dedication, and joy our students bring to the program.
Way to go! 💙🩰🎉
📸: R.O.A.D. Art Contest Winner with Teaching Artist Brittany Moss. Photo by Miyesha McGriff.
You may have noticed a fresh image on Mother Ginger`s apron!👀⛲️
From the moment Artistic Director Devon Carney envisioned his Nutcracker, he knew Mother Ginger should honor Kansas City’s identity as the City of Fountains. Since then, her apron has always carried that motif. This year, as part of her stunning new look, she debuts an entirely reimagined fountain design!
⛲️🩵Your support is what keeps Mother Ginger dazzling onstage year after year. And with more than 200 fountains across the metro, this motif connects her to the KC spirit.
Help us preserve the beloved Mother Ginger - with all her charm, craftsmanship, and KC pride - so that she continues to amaze audiences for years to come at the #linkinbio.
📸: Kansas City Ballet School Students. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
❄️Whether you`re helping guests find the perfect keepsake at the Nutcracker Boutique or capturing memories at the Souvenir Photo Station, your time makes a difference—and comes with a special thank-you gift of tickets to our production of Stars and Stripes showing March 20-29!
🗓️Our greatest need for volunteers is on Dec. 23rd!
- 12:30-5 pm
-6-10:30 pm
🧣 Boutique volunteers receive a voucher to enjoy a future performance.
📸 Photo station volunteers get a complimentary ticket to the same show they support.
Spread holiday cheer, support the arts, and be part of something magical. 🔗Sign up today at the #linkinbio.
📸: Photography by Beeh Moynagh.
The clock is ticking!⏳👀 The Nutcracker closes Dec. 24—don’t miss your chance to experience Kansas City’s most magical holiday tradition at the gorgeous Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Make memories that last forever!
❄️Presented by Bank of America and supported in part by the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund and YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
🎟 Available only at KCBALLET.ORG.
📸: Kansas City Ballet Dancers Elliott Rogers, Olivia Jacobus, Joseph Boswell with Company Dancers and Kansas City Ballet School Students. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios.
Our School
Under the direction of School Director Oliver Till, the School offers a complete, professional curriculum for our Academy students. With locations in downtown Kansas City and Johnson County, the School maintains a faculty of over 50 instructors. The School’s Open Division attracts teens and adults who wish to pursue recreational dance instruction in a supportive and encouraging setting.
A history of Excellence
A history of Excellence
Professional Ballet Company and School
Founded in 1957, Kansas City Ballet is a 30-member professional ballet company under the direction of Artistic Director Devon Carney and Executive Director David Gray.
Through its professional company, its second company (comprised of KCB II and Trainees), its ballet school, and its many community programs, Kansas City Ballet seeks to nurture and develop our artists, audiences, and students in the values inherent in the creativity, diversity, and joy of dance.
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