Arts & Classical Shows To See In Houston!
From pirouettes to powerful arias, this is the arts scene of Houston!
Make a day of it with a matinee, dinner at a beloved Houston hotspot and an evening performance for the ultimate cultural escape. With renowned institutions such as Alley Theatre and Houston Symphony offering year-round entertainment, there's always something worth taking your seat for in Houston - whether it's a festive trip to the Land of Sweets, a little Disney magic under the sea or a night of classical music and dance, these are the arts and classical shows to add to your Houston itinerary.
Arts & Classical Shows In Houston
Houston Ballet The Nutcracker
Dates: November 27 - December 28
Venue: Brown Theater
This revered Christmas tradition continues with Stanton Welch's delightful production of the classic! A true holiday ballet for the entire family, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to introduce young children to the power and beauty of classical dance. Join Clara on her unforgettable journey as she travels to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets, and marvel as the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince dance the final pas de deux with grace and romance.
Dancing With the Stars
Date: Sunday, March 14, 2027
Venue: Toyota Center
ABC's number one entertainment show is hitting the road! This year, the multi-Emmy award-winning DWTS is heading out of the studio and into your local dance hall. Featuring some of the show's most popular competitors, this live tour will recreate the most memorable dances from the programme's previous seasons, as well as showcase brand new never-before-seen routines! The line-up is set to include a host of famous names, as well as some favorites from the show!
A Celtic Christmas
Date: Tuesday, December 22
Venue: Stafford Centre
Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat, so gather your clans and put on your old man hats, because A Celtic Christmas is on its way to a venue near you. The dazzling dance company A Taste of Ireland is returning to the States for a countrywide tour after a sell-out run in New York. Featuring members from Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, and World Irish dance champions, the night will be overflowing with Christmas cheer and the finest dancing you've ever seen. So prepare yourselves for the night of your lives, and Nollaig Shona Daoibh!
Houston Ballet: Madame Butterfly
Dates: March 11 - 21, 2027
Venue: Brown Theater
Houston Ballet revives Stanton Welch's heartbreaking signature work, which, since 1995, has delighted audiences with the classic tale of a Japanese Geisha and her all-consuming love for an American Naval officer, Pinkerton. Believing she has found lasting happiness on their wedding, her devotion is misguided, and Pinkerton only sees her and their marriage as a stepping stone for his return to America to find his 'true bride'.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Dates: April 17- 18, 2027
Venue: Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
Designated by Congress as 'a vital American cultural ambassador to the world', it's been over 60 years since Alvin Ailey and his group of African-American dancers performed for the very first time at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. The tour is packed full of premieres and returning favorites, offering a fantastic chance to enjoy the group once again.
Houston Ballet Rite of Spring
Dates: May 27 June 6, 2027
Venue: Brown Theater
Houston Ballet presents Stanton Welch's adaptation of Stravinsky's Le Sacre Du Printemps: The Rite of Spring! A musing on the unstoppable power of mother nature, Stravinsky's timeless ballet is a sight to behold in any form, and this Houston Ballet Production features the artworks of Aboriginal Australian visual artist Rosella Namok to elevate the music and movement even further, creating new sense of visual wonder the performance. Alongside this classic will be performances of Justin Peck and Sufjan Stevens' Reflections and a world premiere by Jacquelyn Long.
World Ballet Company Swan Lake
Date: Friday, March 12, 2027
Venue: Smart Financial Center
With over 50 dancers representing 10 countries, the World Ballet Company is committed to staging the world's most cherished ballets, retaining the grand style, costumes, and sets that help to make them magical experiences for everyone! With Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score and iconic choreography, there is no finer example than Swan Lake, presented by the company on tour.
Houston Ballet Swan Lake
Dates: June 10 - 20, 2027
Venue: Brown Theater
The ballet most synonymous with the art form, Tchaikovsky's enchanting fairytale, has captured imaginations around the world since 1877. With an instantly recognizable score and evocative choreography, the transporting story of a beautiful young woman doomed to live by day as a swan due to an evil curse, Swan Lake is the epitome of any company's repertoire. Gracing the stage of the Brown Theatre once more in summer 2027, don't miss this glorious staging from the Houston Theatre.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty
Dates: Showing until February 27, 2027
Venue: Bayou Theatre
You might think you've seen Sleeping Beauty in every possible way, but we're happy to tell you that a new and exciting production of the classic ballet is coming to a stunning venue near you, thanks to our friends at Fever. Prince Charming is waiting for you at this sparkling and spectacular new staging of Sleeping Beauty, with dancers adorned in glow-in-the-dark costumes who shine as they leap across the stage with divine grace. A sensational show of shimmering surprises and spindles that you don't want to miss!
Joffrey Ballet Midsummer Night's Dream
Dates: October 23 - 24
Venue: Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
Join the esteemed Joffrey Ballet as they present multifarious Swedish choreographer Alexander Ekman's riff on the Scandinavian Midsummer celebration. Set to an imaginative rhythm by Mikael Karlsson, this delightful reverie sees the dancers run wild as they enjoy the romance and mystery of the longest day of the year, a timeless Scandi tradition.
Grand Ballet Kyiv Swan Lake
Date: Saturday, November 21
Venue: Stafford Centre
Dazzling international audiences since 2014, the Grand Kyiv Ballet was founded by National Opera of Ukraine dancer Oleksander Stoignov, who now serves as the company's Principal and Artistic Director. With a repertoire that includes classics alongside modern pieces, each performance by the Grand Kyiv Ballet is a masterclass in soulful and unforgettable dance, eliciting emotion and joy. Now touring their spectacular production of Swan Lake Symphony of Lights, don't miss your chance to support this wonderful company!
The Little Mermaid
Dates: December 8 - 24
Venue: Sarofim Hall
Join Ariel and friends under the sea in this musical version of one of Disney's most beloved movies from Theatre Under The Stars! Based on the fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson, The Little Mermaid is the story of Ariel, the princess of the underwater mermaid kingdom, who dreams of a life above the waves. Featuring all the classic Howard Ashman and Glen Slater songs from the movie ('Kiss the Girl,' 'Under the Sea'), The Little Mermaid is a surefire family hit!
