An enchanted wonderland where toys come to life, children shrink, and dreams of flying become a reality. The Nutcracker is an annual tradition across the country and few do it better justice than Carolina Ballet, which has gained a formidable reputation under the direction of Robert Weiss, a former student of the legendary George Balanchine. It's the perfect Christmas treat for all the family!

The Cary Ballet lays on a festive feast as they present their wonderful production of The Nutcracker this December, filling the Fletcher Opera Theatre with magic and more on December 5!

The Carolina Ballet returns to the ever-popular story of the Little Mermaid with this beloved adaptation of the classic story! With magical choreography by Zalman Raffael and music by Aaron Severini, updated sets, dazzling iridescent costumes, and stunning dance feats, this is one fin-tastic tale. Don't miss it as it splashes onto the stage in spring 2027.

Carolina Ballet brings a majestic new production of Tchaikovsky's masterful Sleeping Beauty to the stage, choreographed by Zalman Raffael based on Marius Petipa's original work! Beautiful sets and costumes help to make it a charming production and the perfect ballet experience for audiences of all ages, whether seasoned ballet aficionados or complete newcomers looking for a joyful family outing!

If you go down to the woods today, you're in for a supernatural surprise! Carolina Ballet presents the ethereal beauty of this haunting story of a young peasant girl and the new life she discovers after a fatal case of heartbreak. Evocative, alluring and seductive, this 1841 ballet remains as timeless as ever at every performance.

Carolina Ballet presents the world premiere of Amy Hall Garner's new adaptation of Igor Stravinsky's Le Sacre Du Printemps: The Rite of Spring! A musing on the unstoppable power of mother nature, Stravinsky's timeless ballet is a sight to behold in any form, and this new choreography forms the headline act on a program which features two further world premieres, highlighting just how the medium of ballet continues to strive for new greatness in the present day and beyond.