Canada's National Ballet School Tickets

Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) in Toronto is more than a renowned conservatory for aspiring dancers. Since its founding in 1959 by Celia Franca and Betty Oliphant, NBS has combined on-campus training, academics, and residence to nurture artistic excellence. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Margaret Tracey, appointed in 2024, NBS continues to produce versatile dancers who perform with energy and precision on stages across Canada and beyond. On campus, facilities like the Celia Franca Centre, The Betty Oliphant Theatre, Currie Hall, and 410 Jarvis provide a complete creative and educational environment for students and visiting artists alike.

Whether you’re a dancer-in-training, a family planning a visit, or a ballet aficionado, you’ll find opportunities to engage with NBS through student matinees, public performances, and community events such as the annual NBS Block Party. We’ve got the details you need to plan a visit, secure tickets, and follow NBS on social channels for the latest news.

Upcoming student matinees for 2025/26 take place at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, including The Winter’s Tale (Nov 20, 2025), Flight Pattern / Suite en Blanc (Mar 5, 2026), and MADDADDAM (Jun 18, 2026). Auditions and related programs in 2026, such as Toronto Auditions on Feb 8, 2026 and the LEAD Toronto Regional Workshop, offer opportunities for dancers to connect with NBS’s training framework. For a direct line to information and ongoing updates, follow NBS on social media: Facebook: NBSENB, Twitter/X: @NBS_ENB, Instagram: @NBS_ENB, YouTube: NBSENB. Links open in a new tab for convenience.

Explore the artistry and education at Canada’s National Ballet School, where tradition meets contemporary practice in the heart of Toronto.