Houston Ballet

The 2010-2011 Season of the Houston Ballet contains many exciting events.  It begins with the traditional holiday performance of The Nutcracker (Nov. 26 - Dec. 26), and continues on with the annual Jubilee of Dance (Dec. 3), Marie (Feb. 24 - March 6), The Sleeping Beauty (March 10-19), the Academy Spring Showcase (April 29-30), Raising the Barre (May 26 - June 5), and finishes with an adaptation of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew (June 9-19).
According to Houston Ballet's official website, the Jubilee of Dance "is an evening not to be missed."  It will be comprised of three pieces choreographed specifically for the Houson Ballet by artistic director Stanton Welch and dancer Garrett Smith.

Marie, a full-length ballet choreographed by artistic director Stanton Welch, offers a new perspective on the often-controversial and always-fascinating life of Marie Antoinette. 

The Academy Spring Showcase gives the students of Houston Ballet's Ben Stevenson Academy a chance to "cap their studies with two performances of a program featuring works tailor-made to show them at their best."

Raising the Barre is a collection of three 21st century pieces: Rush, Grinning in Your Face, and a world premiere by celebrated Finnish choreographer Jorma Elo.

Tickets are on sale now for both individual shows and season passes.