Greater Niagara Ballet Company Tickets

Greater Niagara Ballet Company (GNBC) is a dedicated nonprofit ballet organization based in Niagara Falls, New York. Under the direction of artistic director Mary Schnepf, a multidisciplinary dance artist and UB MFA graduate who collaborates with multiple area companies, GNBC presents ballets that celebrate technique, storytelling, and community engagement. As a regional staple, GNBC features performances that reflect Western New York’s rich artistic landscape, supported in part by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA).

GNBC operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, focusing on accessible, compelling dance experiences for audiences across Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and surrounding communities. The company emphasizes professional artistry, education, and outreach, inviting new audiences to enjoy classic and contemporary ballet works.

Upcoming highlights include the full-scale Swan Lake production on August 1–2, 2025 at the Drama Theatre within the UB Center for the Arts in Buffalo, NY, supported by NYSCA. The perennial favorite Nutcracker returns in its 37th year with performances on December 12–13, 2025 at Niagara Falls High School Performing Arts Center, a long-standing holiday tradition in Western New York.

For ongoing updates, follow Greater Niagara Ballet Company on Facebook and consult local coverage from Buffalo Rising and CNHI. To learn more about Mary Schnepf’s work and GNBC’s collaborations with other regional arts organizations, explore GNBC’s social feeds and official website.