Cleveland Ballet has announced its 2025-2026 season, featuring an expanded lineup of four mainstage productions at Playhouse Square. The season includes a mix of dramatic narrative ballets and a new family-friendly production.

The season opens October 24 and 25 at the Mimi Ohio Theatre with the return of Dracula, choreographed by Lynne Taylor-Corbett. The production will be paired with Code of Silence, another work by Taylor-Corbett, serving as a tribute to the late choreographer’s legacy.

The Nutcracker returns to Connor Palace for 11 performances from December 12 through 21, reprising the production choreographed by artistic director Timour Bourtasenkov that premiered in 2024. In the spring, the company presents Handel’s Messiah on March 20 through 22 at KeyBank State Theatre, featuring a live orchestra and choir. The season closes May 15 through 17 at the Mimi Ohio Theatre with the premiere of Cinderella.

Cleveland Ballet is offering a sweepstakes with a $25 ticket purchase for two premier season subscriptions valued at $800. The company will continue its Pay What You Can and student programs.

Source: https://www.cleveballet.org/_files/ugd/f0173d_4d3f0c99e0f84628bfa3bbbc701f55da.pdf