Ithaca Ballet Tickets

Ithaca Ballet, founded in 1961, is the oldest continuously performing arts group in Tompkins County and the region’s only repertory ballet company. Led by Artistic Director Cindy Reid, the company presents classical and contemporary works across four productions annually at Ithaca’s State Theatre and Hangar Theatre, delivering technical mastery and storytelling. Secure your seats for a season of iconic ballets and modern spectacles with a trusted local favorite.

As a cornerstone of Upstate New York's arts scene, Ithaca Ballet has helped launch dancers who joined major companies such as American Ballet Theatre, Alvin Ailey, and the Joffrey Ballet. Their repertoire blends traditional ballet craft with fresh contemporary voices, appealing to longtime ballet lovers and new audiences alike.

Season highlights for 2025–2026 include Wonderfall (Alice in Wonderland & Carnival of the Animals) on Oct 19, 2025 at the State Theatre; The Nutcracker on Nov 30, 2025 at the Smith Center for the Arts in Geneva and Dec 12–14, 2025 at the State Theatre in Ithaca; WinterDance 2026 on Feb 7, 2026 at Hangar Theatre; and Cinderella on Apr 18, 2026 at the State Theatre. Nutcracker has been a cherished tradition since 1996 in Geneva and expanded to Ithaca in subsequent years.

Whether you’re new to ballet or a devoted patron, Ithaca Ballet offers an accessible entry point to a rich repertory that respects classical technique while inviting contemporary interpretation. Browse upcoming performances, secure your seats, and follow the company’s latest news and tour updates from official channels below.

• Upcoming tour details: Wonderfall, The Nutcracker, WinterDance, Cinderella
• Venues: State Theatre (Ithaca), Hangar Theatre (Ithaca), Smith Center for the Arts (Geneva)
• Alumni success: Graduates have joined ABT, Alvin Ailey, Joffrey Ballet

Follow Ithaca Ballet for announcements and behind-the-scenes looks at rehearsals and productions: