PERFORMANCES
2026-2027 SeasonDiablo Ballet’s 2026-2027 Season
Celebrate Diablo Ballet’s 33rd Season of bringing the Power of Dance to the Lesher Center for the Arts! Experience holiday magic with Julia Adam’s newly expanded two act, The Nutcracker Suite, followed by a February program featuring A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Balanchine’s Valse Fantaisie, and Paul Taylor’s Company B. March brings the highly anticipated world premiere of Brian Enos’ Carmen. The season concludes in May with Val Caniparoli’s thrilling Red Riding Hood and Gerald Arpino’s beautiful Reflections. From beloved stories to bold new works, there’s something for everyone.
All performances will be at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Single tickets are on sale for the whole season or you can learn more about becoming a Season Subscriber here.
The Nutcracker Suite
November 13 – 14, 2026
Choreographer Julia Adam’s charming reimagining of the beloved holiday classic returns, now expanded into a dazzling two-act ballet with new choreography and exquisite costumes. Clara and her family are swept into a magical world of enchantment—where the Sugar Plum Fairy reigns, the mischievous Mouse King lurks, and snow falls in a breathtaking on-stage dream. Filled with dazzling choreography, festive splendor, and whimsical surprises, this enchanting production captures the warmth, wonder, and holiday magic of the season for audiences of all ages.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
February 12 – 13, 2027
The February program features Julia Adam’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a playful ballet inspired by William Shakespeare, where fairies, sprites, and young lovers get tangled in magical adventures. The program also includes George Balanchine’s Valse-Fantaisie dazzles with exciting, dancing set to Mikhail Glinka’s sweeping melodies and a reprise of Paul Taylor’s Company B, which brings high-energy jazz and jitterbug to life with the iconic music of the Andrews Sisters.
Carmen
March 19 – 20, 2027
Carmen, choreographed by Brian Enos with costumes created by Patricia Barker, is a lively and dramatic ballet that tells the story of a strong-willed woman named Carmen who values her independence and follows her heart. This brand-new ballet features the iconic music from Carmen, one of the most frequently performed operas in the world.
Val Caniparoli’s Red Riding Hood
May 14 – 15, 2027
Internationally renowned choreographer Val Caniparoli brings the beloved fairy tale to life drawing from Charles Perrault’s classic story. This new work blends charm, suspense and timeless lessons about trust and courage. Also included is Gerald Arpino’s beautiful Reflections, a neoclassical, pure dance ballet complete with high lifts, a flying pace, and classic beauty!