Ballet West announces its 2026-27 season, celebrating 20 years of Artistic Director Adam Sklute’s leadership. Seven productions, including “Dracula,” “Don Quixote,” “Carmina Burana,” “Symphony in C” and several Utah and world premieres have been curated by Sklute to reflect Bal let West’s full range of artistry and excellence. “I have chosen to celebrate my 20th anniversary with a season of audience favorites, renowned classics, and some unique contemporary gems that highlight the strength and diversity that have been the hallmark of Ballet West throughout my tenure,” he said. Subscription tickets are now on sale and single tickets go on sale Sept. 8 at BalletWest.org. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 801-869-6920. The season is sponsored by Salt Lake Zoo, Arts Parks and the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, and will open with the return of Ben Stevenson’s “Dracula,” Ballet West’s third revival of this thrilling show. With 50-plus dancers, breathtaking flying and explosive special effects, it is a spectacular production filled with great dance and theater. The Fall Program features three contemporary works: “Elis,” first created for “Works from Within” in 2025 by Ballet West Soloist Vinicius Lima. For this season, Lima expands this charming, playful romp to bossa nova music. The other works in “Elis” include the Utah Premiere of the moving elegy, “Dancing on the Front Porch of Heaven” by Red Angels creator Ulysses Dove; and the Utah Premiere of Christopher Bruce’s hip and stylish “Rooster,” set to a fusion of Rolling Stones classics. Ballet West’s iconic production of “The Nutcracker” returns in December. The ballet was first staged in 1944 by founder Willam F. Christensen, and is now a designated Utah Living Historic Landmark. In February, audiences will experience the return of “Don Quixote,” last seen on the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre stage in 2011. Anna Marie Holmes’ vibrant staging, filled with Spanish flair, brilliant classical technique and an all-male flamenco scene performed to nothing but stomping feet and clapping hands, is a comedic take on ballet. “‘Don Quixote’ is bright, happy, joyous and technically demanding,” said Sklute. “It is, from start to finish, a lively and delightful time.” Ballet West’s Family Classics Series presents “The Glass Slipper,” an expanded staging of Pamela Robinson Harris’s Cinderella-inspired work performed by Ballet West II, Academy trainees and students is for audiences of all ages. The Spring Repertory includes George Balanchine’s “Symphony in C,” a dazzling display of neoclassical technique and sparkling footwork set to Geroge Bizet’s famous symphony, and the dynamic energy Nicola Fonte’s visceral “Carmina Burana,” where a full chorus suspended above the stage unleashes the power of Carl Orff’s score. Ballet West concludes the season with “Works from Within II,” the company’s celebrated choreographic program, giving Ballet West’s own artists a stage to create and present original new works. “This season is a true reflection of everything we have built over my 20 years at Ballet West,” said Sklute. “We honor tradition, push creative boundaries, and deliver productions of the highest caliber for an anniversary season that is truly unforgettable.” For ticket information, visit BalletWest.org or call 801-869-6920. Season subscriptions offer discounts, priority seating and exclusive events. Subscribers enjoy free exchanges, priority seating, up to 40% off tickets, and early “Nutcracker access.” Season packages start at $218. The post Ballet West announces its new season appeared first on Park Record. ...read more read less