Community Calendar

The Nutcracker
December 5-23, 2026 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Step into a world of enchantment where holiday dreams come to life. 

Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker returns to delight audiences of all ages with stunning choreography, lavish sets and costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score played live by the Richmond Symphony. Join Clara on her magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets in this cherished annual tradition. 

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 5 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 6 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 11 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 12 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 13 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 19 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 20 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 21 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

Richmond Ballet does not offer separate pricing for children. Each guest age 2 and up must have a ticket. Ticket prices are subject to change based on availability.

The Nutcracker
December 5-23, 2026 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Step into a world of enchantment where holiday dreams come to life. 

Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker returns to delight audiences of all ages with stunning choreography, lavish sets and costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score played live by the Richmond Symphony. Join Clara on her magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets in this cherished annual tradition. 

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 5 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 6 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 11 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 12 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 13 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 19 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 20 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 21 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

Richmond Ballet does not offer separate pricing for children. Each guest age 2 and up must have a ticket. Ticket prices are subject to change based on availability.

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music
February 12-14, 2027 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center 

Choreography by Ma Cong
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Additional music by Alexander Glazunov, Mikhail Glinka and Fritz Kreisler

Behind one of the world’s most legendary composers lies a soul, a secret, and a story waiting to be told. 

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music is a sweeping full-length ballet by Ma Cong that explores the life and artistry of Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky and the relationships that shaped him. With powerful choreography and profound emotional depth, this production reveals the tension between Tchaikovsky’s public success and private turmoil, providing a rare glimpse into the heart of ballet’s most renowned composer. 

Dates & Times
Friday, February 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 14 – 2:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music
February 12-14, 2027 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center 

Choreography by Ma Cong
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Additional music by Alexander Glazunov, Mikhail Glinka and Fritz Kreisler

Behind one of the world’s most legendary composers lies a soul, a secret, and a story waiting to be told. 

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music is a sweeping full-length ballet by Ma Cong that explores the life and artistry of Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky and the relationships that shaped him. With powerful choreography and profound emotional depth, this production reveals the tension between Tchaikovsky’s public success and private turmoil, providing a rare glimpse into the heart of ballet’s most renowned composer. 

Dates & Times
Friday, February 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 14 – 2:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music
February 12-14, 2027 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center 

Choreography by Ma Cong
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Additional music by Alexander Glazunov, Mikhail Glinka and Fritz Kreisler

Behind one of the world’s most legendary composers lies a soul, a secret, and a story waiting to be told. 

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music is a sweeping full-length ballet by Ma Cong that explores the life and artistry of Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky and the relationships that shaped him. With powerful choreography and profound emotional depth, this production reveals the tension between Tchaikovsky’s public success and private turmoil, providing a rare glimpse into the heart of ballet’s most renowned composer. 

Dates & Times
Friday, February 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 14 – 2:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees