Overtly pleasing, beautiful to watch and stimulating to hear.
THE WORLD’S MOST ADORED FAIRY TALE
A magical celebration of dreams fulfilled and true love’s triumph at Cinderella in Kansas City.
Devon Carney’s world premiere choreography accompanied by Prokofiev’s captivating music brings this enchanting story to life. Enjoy a special twist on this favorite fairy tale where the characters are sure to delight. The Fairy Godmother, the pumpkin that becomes a carriage, fairies weaving spells, the handsome prince, and of course, the wicked stepmother and riotous, bumbling stepsisters all come together to tell this beloved story.
CREDITS
World-Premiere Choreography
Devon Carney
Score
Sergei Prokofiev
Music
Kansas City Symphony




The Story Of Cinderella
The Story Of Cinderella
The ballet is faithful to Charles Perrault’s beloved 1697 tale in which the heroine’s father fails to protect his daughter from the wickedness of a stepmother and two stepsisters. After the intervention of her Fairy Godmother, however, the underappreciated Cinderella is transformed, and her beauty and grace are revealed as she finds love in the arms of a prince.
Pre-Curtain Talks
Free for all ticketholders, arrive early and hear about the show you are about to see. Learn how music, special effects, and costumes all make magic on stage by attending the pre-curtain talk, Belger Footnotes, hosted by Artistic Director Devon Carney.
Held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts one hour prior to curtain. No reservation is necessary.

Artist Conversations
Dance Speaks: Cinderella
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023
Frost Studio Theater | Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity
5:15-6 p.m. | Cinderella Rehearsal
6-7 p.m. | Cinderella Panel
Get a sneak peek of a Cinderella rehearsal and gain insightful information regarding the ballet production. Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney and special guests (TBD) invite you to join them in an engaging conversation inspired by this enchanting work! The program includes an audience Q and A. Tickets only $12 and on sale August 15.
KCB Dancer Chat: Cinderella
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Virtual on Facebook LIVE
KC Ballet Dancer Chats, a FREE community engagement and education series, are designed to provide the broader public an opportunity to engage with and learn more about professional dancers from Kansas City Ballet. This Dancer Chat features three KCB company dancers chatting about their roles in KCB’s production of Cinderella and sharing interesting aspects of their life journey and dance experiences. This relaxed, informal conversation will be moderated by a Kansas City community professional. All Dancer Chats take place on Facebook LIVE. www.facebook.com/kcballet