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The Happening Dance Studio — Embark
Vancouver, BC
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National Ballet of Canada — MaddAddam at Four Seasons Centre
Toronto, ON
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National Ballet of Canada
Toronto, ON
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Ranch Hands Cowboylesque at Ranchman's (Calgary)
Calgary, AB
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Magic Men Australia at Vogue Theatre
Vancouver, BC
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Magic Men Australia at Vogue Theatre in Vancouver (19+)
Vancouver, BC
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Magic Men Australia — Larger Than Life World Tour
Toronto, ON
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Magic Men Australia at Bronson Centre
Ottawa, ON
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Magic Men Australia at L'Olympia
Montreal, QC
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Magic Men Live! at L'Olympia
Montreal, QC
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Magic Men Australia at The Park Theatre
Winnipeg, MB
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Peter Pan — Ballet at Salle Albert-Rousseau
Quebec, QC
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Spirit of the Dance at Niagara Fallsview Casino
Niagara Falls, ON 14
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Alberta Ballet at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Edmonton, AB
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Alberta Ballet at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Calgary, AB
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The Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet at Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Edmonton, AB
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Alberta Ballet – The Nutcracker at the Jubilee Auditorium
Calgary, AB
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at Meridian Hall
Toronto, ON
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Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra at Jack Singer Concert Hall
Calgary, AB
Canada has three major ballet companies: Les Grands Ballets canadiens in Montreal, the National Ballet of Canada in Toronto (Four Seasons Centre), and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. For contemporary dance, Montreal is the Canadian epicenter (Festival TransAmériques, Agora de la danse, Tangente). In Vancouver, Arts Umbrella and Ballet BC dominate. The FTA (Festival TransAmériques) in May-June presents international contemporary work. Spectaculos also lists international tours (Alvin Ailey, Cirque du Soleil dance productions, etc.).
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions.
What are the main Canadian ballet companies?
Les Grands Ballets canadiens (Montreal), National Ballet of Canada (Toronto), Royal Winnipeg Ballet (Winnipeg).
Where can I see contemporary dance?
Mainly in Montreal (Agora de la danse, Tangente, Place des Arts) and Toronto (Harbourfront Centre, Canadian Stage). The Festival TransAmériques in May-June is a must-see.
Are family productions (e.g., Nutcracker) listed?
Yes, in December the major companies (Grands Ballets, National Ballet) program the Nutcracker. All those dates are referenced here.
Are tickets expensive?
Prices vary by production and seating. Classical ballet in large halls often starts around 50-80 CAD. Independent companies frequently offer tickets under 40 CAD.