The aptly titled Emerald Season features four full-length story ballets and one mixed repertory program, including family-friendly ballets, Pittsburgh premieres, world premieres, and works from acclaimed choreographers. The five-program season runs from October 2024 through May 2025 and includes Peter Pan, The Nutcracker, Romeo and Juliet with the PBT Orchestra, Spring Mix: 5 for 55, and with the PBT Orchestra.
“I am absolutely ecstatic about sharing my first full season of curated works for PBT,” said Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre artistic director, Adam W. McKinney. “My goal, as demonstrated in next season’s selections, is to continue to present classical and contemporary ballets, as well as bring new signature works, choreographers and premieres to Pittsburgh audiences. I hope Pittsburghers will join in celebrating our Emerald Season!”
2024-2025 PBT SEASON LINEUP
PETER PAN
- OCTOBER 25-27, 2024
- BENEDUM CENTER
- Choreography: Trey McIntyre | Music: Edward Elgar, Arranged by Niel DePonte
- PBT Company Premiere (new version)!
Escape to Neverland for a daring adventure with Wendy, John, Michael, Tinkerbell and Peter in the playful Peter Pan. This interpretation of the classic tale told through the eyes of a child, includes spectacular flying, swashbuckling sword fights, giant puppets, costumes inspired by punk fashion and of course, a little pixie dust! This magical ballet is sure to mesmerize audiences of all ages.
THE NUTCRACKER
- December 6-27, 2024
- BENEDUM CENTER
- Choreography & Staging: Terrence S. Orr | Music: P.I. Tchaikovsky
The magical world of The Nutcracker returns to the Benedum Center this December. Set in turn-of-the-century Pittsburgh, The Nutcracker sweeps audiences into the unforgettable journey of Marie and the Nutcracker Prince as they travel through a dazzling snowstorm and into the Land of Enchantment. Experience the spectacular dancing, colorful characters, gorgeous costumes, stunning scenery and the familiar Tchaikovsky score as you are whisked into the most magical time of the year.
ROMEO AND JULIET with the PBT Orchestra
- FEBRUARY 14-16, 2025
- BENEDUM CENTER
- Choreography: Jean Christophe Maillot | Music: Sergei Prokofiev
The world’s most famous love story is brought to life by PBT in the emotional and timeless saga of Romeo and Juliet. Maillot’s version takes a fresh approach to Shakespeare’s classic story by focusing on the youthfulness of the characters and looking at the tragedy from the priest’s perspective, whose good intentions ultimately lead to the demise of the two lovers. Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable music, played by the PBT Orchestra, underscores the beauty and passion of this beloved ballet and its star-crossed lovers. This is ballet storytelling at its best. Join us for an evening full of romance that will touch your heart and soul.
SPRING MIX: 5 for 55
- APRIL 4-6, 2025
- AUGUST WILSON AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER
- Choreography: George Balanchine, Jormo Elo, Dwight Rhoden, William Moore and Caili Quan | Music: Gabriel Fauré, Jean Sibelius, Giulio Caccini, Igor Stravinsky
- Balanchine and Two World Premieres
In honor of our 55th Anniversary, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s Spring Mix program features five remarkable contemporary and neo-classical works – three that the company has performed previously throughout its history and two world premieres. The works include George Balanchine’s sumptuous and sparkling Emeralds, Jorma Elo’s delightful, fast-paced 1st Flash, Dwight Rhoden’s intense, passionate Ave Maria, a newly choreographed, world premiere of the compelling, primal Rite of Spring by PBT Soloist Wiliam Moore and a world premiere by acclaimed choreographer Caili Quan.
THE WIZARD OF OZ with the PBT Orchestra
- MAY 9-11 & 16-18, 2025
- BENEDUM CENTER
- Choreography: Septime Webre | Music: Matthew Pierce
- Pittsburgh Premiere
An extraordinary whirlwind of adventure lands in Pittsburgh with the PBT premiere of the whimsical The Wizard of Oz. Based on the beloved book and movie, this ballet follows Dorothy and Toto as they follow the yellow brick road into Oz and join the Scarecrow, Tinman and Lion on a quest to see the Wizard and battle The Wicked Witch. This must-see family event includes all of L. Frank Baum’s signature characters and brings Emerald City to dazzling life with imaginative costumes, beautiful sets, special effects, spectacular choreography and original music played by the PBT Orchestra!
Watch the 2024-2025 Season Video
Over the past 55 years, PBT has grown tremendously and now presents more than 50 mainstage performances annually, serves over 1,500 students in our school, and engages with more than 2,500 Pittsburghers through community engagement programs and classes. This growth has helped PBT become one of Pittsburgh’s leading arts organizations and one of the top ballet companies in the country.
TICKETS AND DETAILS
2024-2025 subscriptions, available in packages of 5,4 and 3 ballets, start at $72.00 and are available on Friday or Saturday evenings, Sunday afternoons and – new this season – Saturday afternoons. Packages are on sale now at pbt.org/subscribe or by calling 412-454-9107.
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