Columbia City Ballet Tickets

Columbia City Ballet, now operating as South Carolina Ballet, has been a cornerstone of Southern dance since its founding in 1961. Under Artistic and Executive Director William Starrett, the company maintains a 22-dancer ensemble and a robust touring schedule that reaches audiences nationwide. The organization emphasizes education through its 1988 Educational Outreach Program, bringing ballet into K-12 classrooms across the Southeast. Notable productions include Dracula: Ballet With A Bite with an original rock/jazz score by Thomas E. Semanski, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Cleopatra, The Little Prince, Alice in Wonderland, The Great Gatsby, and more.

As the 2025–2026 season unfolds, audiences can look forward to Motown Ballet, Dracula: Ballet With A Bite, Nutcracker, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Sapphire: Celebrating 65 years, with performances planned in Columbia, Charleston, Augusta (GA), Savannah (GA), Sumter (SC), Camden (SC), Evans (GA), and additional partner venues. Follow along with official social channels to stay connected with tours and events.

About the performer: South Carolina Ballet (formerly Columbia City Ballet) blends classical technique with contemporary storytelling. With a dedicated company of 22 paid dancers, the ensemble tours nationally while presenting main-stage productions at home in Columbia and partner venues across the Southeast. Learn more about upcoming events, bios, and how to secure your seats for these vivid, accessible ballet performances.

Social media and website links: official accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube provide behind-the-scenes access, performance calendars, and company news. Visit these official pages for the latest show announcements and ticket information: