Grand Rapids Ballet 2018-19 Season — Subscriptions & Single Tickets
Don’t miss a second of the very special 2018-19 season—the first under new artistic director James Sofranko—featuring beloved classics, holiday favorites, contemporary works, timeless tales, and world premieres you won’t see anywhere else. There’s no need to go any farther than downtown Grand Rapids to see world-class, award-winning art. Custom packages are also available—just ask us! Get yours today below or call 616.454.4771 x10.
Please note: Season subscriptions are only available to residents of Michigan. Grand Rapids Ballet maintains a policy of offering no refunds. At the time of show, if ticket is unused, it will be received as a donation.
Benefits of Season Subscriptions
- Up to 15% off regular ticket prices all season long
- Priority seating
- Free ticket exchanges and lost ticket replacement
- No convenience fees or service fees
- Discounts on Adult Ballet Classes
For more information on season packages, call Kelly at 616.454.4771 x10 today!
2018-19 Season Subscription Options
For 2018-19 season subscription options, call Kelly at our box office at 616.454.4771 x10 or email her today.
2018-19 Season Single Tickets
COMPANY
Wild Sweet Love
October 18-21, 2018
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
Enjoy four passion-filled works in one spectacular performance featuring Allegro Brilliante by the father of American ballet, George Balanchine, and music by Tchaikovsky; Trey McIntyre’s fun-filled epic musing on romantic rituals, Wild Sweet Love featuring an eclectic mix of popular music from Queen, The Partridge Family, Roberta Flack, and more; and the hauntingly alluring Ghost Light by our choreographer-in-residence, Penny Saunders. The evening will also include the first piece created specifically for Grand Rapids Ballet by new Artistic Director James Sofranko.
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The Nutcracker 2018
Presented by Meijer
December 14-16 & 21-23
DeVos Performance Hall
It isn’t the holidays without The Nutcracker. The world-famous design of Chris Van Allsburg, Broadway-quality sets by Tony Award winner Eugene Lee, festive choreography by Val Caniparoli, and live music from Grand Rapids Symphony, all come together to create pure magic.
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MOVEMEDIA: Handmade
February 8-10, 2019
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
Created for you by Princess Grace Award winner and our choreographer-in-residence, Penny Saunders; Joffrey Ballet’s Nicolas Blanc; and the talented dancers of Grand Rapids Ballet, our contemporary dance series returns with works from the heart and soul that show a completely different side of their unique talents. This is personal— and hands down one of the most poignant productions you’ll see from us all season.
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Extremely Close
April 12-14, 2019
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
See things from an unexpected angle with the mystical Extremely Close by Hubbard Street’s internationally renowned resident choreographer, Alejandro Cerrudo; Val Caniparoli’s, Ibsen’s House—a portrayal of strong female characters from Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen’s most well-known plays including A Doll’s House and Hedda Gabler, set to a live performance of Dvorak’s compelling Piano Quintet No. 2; and a second new piece by James Sofranko.
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Alice in Wonderland
May 3-5 & 10-11, 2019
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
Go down the rabbit hole for the triumphant return of the dizzyingly beautiful Alice in Wonderland from choreographer Brian Enos and visual artist Luis Grané. No collaborative effort more fully captures the surrealist and symbolic possibilities of this beloved tale with such exquisite beauty and extravagant imagination.
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JUNIOR COMPANY
SPOOKTACULAR!
October 26-28, 2018
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
On Halloween night, a young boy’s only wish is to trick or treat with his older sister. When she refuses to let him tag along, he embarks on a mischievous plan to get their candy. Mummies and Martians and vampires—oh my!
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Beauty & The Beast
March 15-17 & 23-24, 2019
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
Belle—a bright, beautiful young woman—is taken prisoner by a beast in its castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle’s enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the beast’s hideous exterior, allowing her to recognize the kind heart and soul of the true prince that hides on the inside.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Grand Rapids Ballet presents Clara’s Nutcracker Party
Sunday, December 16, 2018
Amway Ambassador Ballroom
Grand Rapids Ballet Junior Company presents Who am I? A Butterfly Ballet
February 23-24
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Grand Rapids Ballet presents Spring Break for Kids 2018
The Monster Ate My Peas
April 1-5, 2019
Peter Martin Wege Theatre
DANCE EDUCATION
