Grand Rapids Ballet

Grand Rapids Ballet School Summer 2024 Ballet Intensive
2024-06-24 09:00 - 2024-07-26 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Grand Rapids Ballet School, Grand Rapids, MI, 341 Ellsworth Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States

Grand Rapids Ballet School Summer 2024 Contemporary Intensive
2024-07-15 09:00 - 2024-07-26 17:00 | Grand Rapids Ballet School, Grand Rapids, MI, 341 Ellsworth Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States

Traverse City Dance Project
2024-08-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Rotary Square 203 S Union Street TraverseTraverse City, MI 49684United, 203 S Union Street Traverse, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States

Great Lakes Center for the Arts
2024-08-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Great Lakes Center For The Arts, 800 Bay Harbor Dr, Bay Harbor, 49770, United States

Storytime in the Park
2024-08-20 18:30 - 20:00 | MI

Summer Dance Festival
2024-08-23 17:00 - 2024-08-24 21:00 | Meijer-Royce Center for Dance, 341 Ellsworth Avenue SW, 341 Ellsworth Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States

Frederick Meijer Gardens Performance
2024-08-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525, United States

Grand Rapids Ballet's Annual Gala
2024-10-05 18:00 - 22:00 | Grand Rapids Public Museum, 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States

Symphony Of Movement
2024-10-11 19:30 - 2024-10-13 14:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States

GRBS Junior Company's The Toymaker
2024-10-25 19:00 - 2024-10-27 19:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States

Peter Pan
2025-02-21 19:30 - 2025-02-23 14:00 | DeVos Performance Hall, 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States

GRBS Junior Company's Beauty & The Beast
2025-03-07 19:00 - 2025-03-09 14:00, 2025-03-15 14:00 - 2025-03-16 14:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States

Jumpstart
2025-03-21 19:30 - 2025-03-23 14:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States

Spring Break for Kids
2025-04-07 10:15 - 2025-04-11 12:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States

Be Here Now
2025-04-25 19:30 - 2025-04-27 14:00, 2025-05-02 19:30 - 2025-05-04 16:30 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States

Dance Immersion Showcase
2025-05-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States
Join us on May 23 at 6 p.m. at the Peter Martin Wege Theatre for an exciting evening of dance as Grand Rapids Ballet School’s Dance Immersion Program takes the stage! This special performance highlights the incredible talent and hard work of students from Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) elementary programs as they showcase everything they’ve learned throughout the year. Experience the energy and artistry of these young dancers as they perform two dynamic routines—a graceful ballet and a high-energy hip hop number—representing all five of our partner schools. The evening also features guest performances by local dance groups and a live DJ, making this a celebration you won’t want to miss!

Grand Rapids Ballet School Summer Intensive
2025-06-23 10:00 - 2025-07-25 10:00 | Grand Rapids Ballet School, Grand Rapids, MI, 341 Ellsworth Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Grand Rapids Ballet School’s Summer 2025 Ballet Intensive, running from June 23 to July 25, provides students with the opportunity to refine their technique and artistry through daily classes. The program includes training in ballet, contemporary, pointe, repertoire, and variations, along with specialized classes in Progressing Ballet Technique®, jazz, cardio training, and more. Students will also have the unique experience of working with GRB Company dancers and guest faculty. Students will have the opportunity to perform in a showcase at the end of the summer.

The Nutcracker Summer Sale 2025
2025-07-17 11:00 - 2025-07-22 23:30 | MI

Summer Intensive Showcase 2025
2025-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States
Summer Intensive Showcase tickets go on sale on Monday, June 23rd at 11am.
The Showcase will feature classical and contemporary repertoire the students have learned over the course of the program. All students will learn choreography throughout the Intensive that will be featured in the showcase; however, only the students enrolled in Week 5 of the Intensive will participate in the performance.
The performance is on Friday, July 25th.

5:00 pm – Doors open
5:30 pm – House opens
6:00pm – Curtain

To avoid online fees, tickets may be purchased in person or over the phone through the Ballet Box Office (616-454-4771 ext. 110). The Ballet Box Office is open Monday through Friday, 11:00am – 5:00pm. Tickets are also available online at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $13.00 each.
Grand Rapids Ballet will have a boutique open before and after the showcase where patrons will be able to purchase items including roses and performance video (digital)! The Summer Showcase video will be available via a link for $12 each. Those who purchase the video will be emailed the link as soon as it is ready.
For more information about the event and ticketing policies please click HERE.

Summer Dance Festival
2025-08-22 17:00 - 2025-08-23 17:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States
Get ready for our fourth annual FREE Summer Dance Festival, happening outdoors at the Peter Martin Wege Theatre on August 22 and 23. Join us for an incredible showcase of artistic diversity, highlighting talented local artists from across Michigan, representing a range of genres. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere complete with food trucks, beer, and wine!

Season Kick Off Party
2025-08-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Meijer-Royce Center for Dance, 341 Ellsworth Avenue SW, 341 Ellsworth Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Join us on August 23 at 3:00 p.m. to celebrate the start of our 25-26 season!

Frederik Meijer Gardens Summer Series
2025-08-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525, United States
Experience the beauty of ballet under the vibrant summer skies as Grand Rapids Ballet returns to Frederik Meijer Gardens.

First Semester Begins
2025-09-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Meijer-Royce Center for Dance, 341 Ellsworth Avenue SW, 341 Ellsworth Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
The fall semester of Grand Rapids Ballet School begins.

Great Lakes Center for the Arts
2025-09-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Great Lakes Center For The Arts, 800 Bay Harbor Dr, Bay Harbor, 49770, United States
Our summer season concludes with a breathtaking mixed-repertoire program at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Featuring choreography by legendary master Lar Lubovitch, artistic director James Sofranko, and acclaimed choreographer Jennifer Archibald, this performance highlights the versatility and artistry of our talented dancers.

Black & White Gala
2025-10-10 17:00 - 23:00 | St. Cecilia Music Center, 24 Ransom Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Be part of this extraordinary event that seamlessly blends elegance, contemporary artistry, and philanthropy. Immerse yourself in the world of dance and support the Grand Rapids Ballet’s vision for the 25-26 season.

Sherlock
2025-10-24 19:30 - 2025-10-26 14:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States
Step into the mystery as we kick off our 2025-26 season with Sherlock, an electrifying world premiere from our resident choreographer, Penny Saunders. Join us October 24-26, 2025, at Peter Martin Wege Theatre as we bring the legendary detective to life in a way never seen before.

GRBS Fall Showcase
2025-11-08 14:00 - 2025-11-09 14:00 | Peter Martin Wege Theatre, 341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49403, United States
Join us for the GRBS Fall Showcase on November 8 and 9 at 2:00 p.m.

The Nutcracker
2025-12-12 19:30 - 2025-12-14 14:00 | DeVos Performance Hall, 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
We are thrilled to bring the magic of the holiday season to life once again with our beloved production of The Nutcracker, running December 12-14 & 19-21, 2025, at DeVos Performance Hall. For so many families across West Michigan, this timeless tradition fills the season with wonder, joy, and unforgettable memories.
