Ballet & Jazz

ABT's 2025 SUMMER SEASON JUNE 10 – JULY 19 at the Metropolitan Opera House

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American Ballet Theatre:   

Witness the magic of #ABTMet25 as America's National Ballet Company® returns to the Metropolitan Opera House stage with the breathtaking New York ABT Premiere of THE WINTER’S TALE, and four full-length ballets.

Tickets on sale NOW! bit.ly/ABTMet25_TicketsOnSale

 

ABT's Summer Season | June 10–July 19 | SWAN LAKE | WOOLF WORKS | GISELLE | THE WINTER’S TALE | SYLVIA Filmed by: UNDERHILL Productions, Quinn Wharton

Dance Theatre of Harlem Firebird Returns 2026

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Dance Theatre of Harlem: 

Magic. Love. Liberation In the legendary “Firebird”, the Russian folk tale about the triumph of love over evil is reimagined in a luscious Caribbean setting. John Taras’ choreography paired with Stravinsky’s iconic score, comes to life through the inimitable Geoffrey Holder’s vibrant sets and costumes. This production, a DTH signature classic, was first created in 1982 and captivated audiences when it toured across the world. ”…it does one thing other versions do not-send its audience into a whooping spell of delirium.”-The New York Times

https://www.dancetheatreofharlem.org

Twin Cities Ballet Mini-Beauty & The Beast 2025 | Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm

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Twin Cities Ballet:  Mini-Beauty & The Beast

Mini-Beauty & the Beast is a delightful abbreviated version of Twin Cities Ballet’s original story ballet, Beauty & the Beast. It is a perfect introduction to the art of ballet for young children. This family-friendly show is features an original story adaptation by Artistic Director Denise Vogt and musical score written specifically for this production by Minnesota Composer Jordan Cox.  This production will wow audiences from start to finish with enchanting stage designs, costumes, and breathtaking choreography. Suitable for all ages.

https://twincitiesballet.org/ballet/mini-beauty-the-beast/

Ballet San Antonio Don Quixote

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Something Special for You

Spanish flair, castanets, and tambourines are at the heart of Don Quixote. This show will transport you to the old continent’s most passionate country. Embark on Don Quixote’s journey, together with many other hilarious characters, and follow him through the most entertaining and moving adventures. He will fight the windmills and fall in love with the beautiful Dulcinea, in a classic known for its color and humor.

https://balletsanantonio.org/events/don-quixote/

Performance at: The Tobin Center for Performing Arts

Charlotte Ballet 24/25 Season: Unfiltered

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Charlotte Ballet: In the heart of Uptown Charlotte at the Belk Theater, the Snow King and Queen bring about frosty festivity this holiday season. Be transported into a winter wonderland, making a delightful stop in the Land of Sweets with Nutcracker and Clara on their mystical adventure. Of course, Rat King returns to antagonize Clara, but in the face of mischief, one can only dream that magic will save the day. With choreography by Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux paired with the melodic beauty of Tchaikovsky’s music performed live by the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, this generational tradition just keeps getting better and better.

https://charlotteballet.org/

Ballet Austin ROMEO & JULIET

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Ballet Austin: ROMEO & JULIET MAY 9-11, 2025 | THE LONG CENTER

Concept & Choreography: STEPHEN MILLS  |  Music: SERGEI PROKOFIEV  |  Live Accompaniment: AUSTIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA |  Costume & Scenic Design: TOMMY BOURGEOIS  COSTUME DESIGN: Tommy Bourgeois
LIGHTING DESIGN: Tony Tucci

We close the season on Mother’s Day weekend with the most enduring story of young love, Romeo & Juliet. Set to Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable score, performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, this time-honored tale of “star-crossed lovers” leaves us believing in the sweet promise of first love. Tommy Bourgeois designed stunningly beautiful, period-appropriate costumes and a set brilliantly illuminated by an Italianate tapestry of stained-glass colors, both of which paired exquisitely with Stephen Mills’ classic choreography. Shakespeare’s magnificent story comes to life in an elegant, dramatic, and simply gorgeous ballet.

 

https://balletaustin.org/

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Jazz at Lincoln Center

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Jazz at Lincoln Center:  Contemporary Jazz Masterpieces - Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis |  April 25th - 26th  2025

Contemporary Jazz Masterpieces takes listeners on a thrilling ride through works composed and orchestrated by composers and big band leaders of today, including Miho Hazama, Darcy James Argue, Helen Sung, and Jihye Lee. This concert will also feature newly commissioned works by George DeLancey, Leo Steinriede, and Steven Feifke —  works that reflect the depth and breadth of the big band tradition. With music direction by Wynton Marsalis and Steven Feifke, expect an evening of fresh takes and exploratory sounds from the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis.

visit us at https://jazz.org/

Twin Cities Jazz Festival 2025 June 20 - 21, 2025

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Twin Cities Jazz Festival:

Jazz88 Mainstage Headlines: Catherine Russell and Sean Mason, L.A. Buckner & BiG HOMIE, Doreen's Jazz New Orleans, Emmet Cohen Trio with special guests The Four Freshmen

https://www.twincitiesjazzfestival.com/

The DC JazzFest 2025 | Washington D.C. Labor Day Weekend | August 27 - 31, 2025

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The DC Jazz Festival  (Washington, DC)

Since 2004, the DC Jazz Festival® (DCJF) organization has provided enriching and entertaining jazz performances and programs that introduce students and adults from all walks of life to jazz; our nation’s singular original art form. During our annual summer festival, we present a selection of the jazz genre’s most acclaimed artists as well as emerging artists and provide enhanced exposure for the rich treasure trove of musicians from the Washington, DC area. Throughout the year, DCJF nourishes the community with free music education programs that extend our reach into underserved communities and enhance the quality of life for DC public and charter school students.

https://www.dcjazzfest.org/

Selby Ave Jazz Fest 2025 Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Selby Ave Jazz Fest 2025  |   Saturday September 13, 2025    |   11am - 11:30pm

Music:

A full, free day of great jazz from “just down the block,” local, regional, national, and international performing artists. Four Grammy winners and ten nominees, as well as numerous regional and national award winners have graced the JazzFest stage

Food

Great food awaits those who attend The Selby Ave JazzFest
Anything from “State Fair food with a soul food twist” to healthy options and ethnic specialties. There is something for everyone’s tastes!

The Village Marketplace

Artists doing their thing at Selby Ave JazzFest
We’ve collected a great array of local merchants and area nonprofits to highlight all that the Selby Corridor has to offer! The Fest also prides itself on providing local artists the opportunity to demonstrate their craft and retail their creations.

Family Fun Zone

A great place for families with young children to take a break! A host of arts and crafts, old-fashioned fishpond, face painting, balloons and more, our younger attendees visit the Family Fun Zone and don’t want to leave.

Jazz Night In America Gabrielle Cavassa Live at the Exit Zero Jazz Festival

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Gabrielle Cavassa, a 26-year-old vocalist from New Orleans and recent winner of the 2021 Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition, brought her quartet to play original ballads.

Watch Cavassa perform highlights from her smooth set at the 2021 Exit Zero Jazz Festival, an event that began in 2012 and occurs twice a year in Cape May, the quaint shore town on the most southern tip of New Jersey.

The International Latin Jazz & Arts Festival 2025 San Antonio, Texas

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The International Latin Jazz & Arts Festival:

A state-wide “Pachanga” celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month right here in the heart of Texas - San Antonio!  We invite you to experience the SOUNDSTASTEART and CULTURE of “All Things Latin” at San Antonio’s newest Hispanic Heritage celebration, THE INTERNATIONAL LATIN JAZZ & ARTS FESTIVAL.

This is a FREE event open to the public, Saturday, October 4, 2025. 

We are all "UNITED BY RITMO".  Make plans to attend this Hispanic Heritage celebration.

https://internationallatinjazzartfestival.com/home

THE TEXAS JAZZ FESTIVAL 2025 October 17-19th, 2025

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The Texas Jazz Festival Society
Welcomes You!
 October 17-19th, 2025

Texas Jazz Festival is the longest, largest free running festival in the world! The Texas Jazz Festival is a free event welcome to all ages. With three stages of live jazz music, incredible food and market vendors! Come experience a Jazz Fest like no other in TEXAS!

October 17-19th, 2025

at Heritage Park in Corpus Christi, TX

Free Admission

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https://www.texasjazz-fest.org/

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