'Sleeping Beauty,' 'West Side Story' among BalletMet's 2024-25 lineup
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A haunting production of "Dracula" and "Sleeping Beauty" set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score are taking the stage in Columbus as part of BalletMet's upcoming lineup of shows, along with the return of a central Ohio holiday tradition, "The Nutcracker."
The professional ballet company and dance academy selected a roster of five shows for its 47th season, from fan favorites and timeless classics to world premieres. Subscriptions for the upcoming lineup are on sale now, with single tickets for all other productions available beginning on Aug. 1.
"This season will be another year full of beautiful choreography and exciting stories and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share it with Columbus," said Sue Porter, BalletMet’s executive director. "And with just as much excitement, we cannot wait to welcome our new artistic director this year to help bring our 47th season to life."
Boasted as one of BalletMet's most legendary productions, "Dracula" will kick off the 47th season and return to the Davison Theatre from Oct. 25 to Nov. 2. With haunting choreography and enigmatic characters, BalletMet said Dracula draws attendees into a captivating homage to Bram Stoker's timeless tale.
Holiday classic "The Nutcracker" returns from Dec. 12 to 28 at the Ohio Theatre. Also inspired by the sounds of Tchaikovsky, the story follows young heroine Clara, who is gifted a wooden nutcracker, on Christmas Eve.
In the new year, "West Side Story" will take the Ohio Theatre stage from Feb. 13 to 16. The production will be a collaboration alongside CAPA, the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and Opera Columbus, BalletMet said.
"Sleeping Beauty" will return to the Ohio Theatre from May 2 to 4 next year. The production will tell the tale of Princess Aurora's century-long slumber through breathtaking costumes, intricate scenery, and dazzling choreography.
"Black Voices" will wrap the season at the Davidson Theatre from June 6 through 14. The triple-bill will be a collection of three ballets including the return of Ulysses Dove's "Red Angels," along with two world premieres from Dwight Rhoden and Jennifer Archibald.
Ohio Theatre single ticket pricing ranges from $30 to $109, and Davidson single ticket pricing ranges from $30 to $93. All tickets and subscriptions can be purchased online at www.balletmet.org and at the CAPA Ticket Center, 39 E. State St.