Sleeping Beauty in Québec City, QC
2025-09-28 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Grand Théâtre de Québec, 269 Bd René-Lévesque E, Quebec, QC, G1R 2B3, Canada
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Sleeping Beauty is one of the world‘s most famous classical ballets and holds a place in the repertoire of virtually every major company. This ballet tells the enchanting story of Aurora and her prince complete with its inherently magical qualities and dazzling choreography.
The fairy tale about a young woman placed under a spell to sleep for a hundred years only to be awakened by a kiss is an easily accessible story. It appeals to a child’s imagination and holds a special place in the hearts of adults. The underlying theme is the tug between the forces of good (the Lilac Fairy) and evil (Carabosse), serving as an important thread to the plot. Told in three acts, the ballet benefits from the character development and technical expertise for which Ballet Jörgen is known.
Artistic Director and award-winning choreographer Bengt Jörgen focuses on the magical elements and the interpretation of the ballet as a nature allegory: The young woman represents nature, the wicked fairy is winter, who deadens life with pricks of frost until a young man, spring, cuts away the brambles to allow the sun to awaken sleeping nature. Sleeping Beauty by Ballet Jörgen draws on the traditional choreography by Marius Petipa to spin a tale of nature and love that will inspire young and old alike.

Step Inside the Studio: A Rare Behind-the-Scenes Experience! Open Ballet Rehearsal (In Person)
2025-10-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Ballet Jörgen Studios at George Brown College, 160 Kendal Avenue, Building C, Room 126, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 1M3, Canada
Join us for an exclusive one-hour in-studio rehearsal with famous Ballet Jörgen. Led by our CEO & Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen, this intimate session offers a rare glimpse into the creative heartbeat of our original repertoire. As dancers bring excerpts to life, you’ll hear live commentary illuminating the artistic process, followed by a dynamic Q&A with both the director and performers. It’s a celebration of movement, insight, and connection—an invitation to witness the artistry in its purest form. Perfect for all ages!
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The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in North Bay, ON
2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Capitol Centre, 150 Main Street E, North Bay, ON, P1B 1A8, Canada
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Holiday magic is made year after year by Ballet Jörgen’s traditional treasure The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition. Created by acclaimed choreographer and Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen to Tchaikovsky’s well-loved score, this delightful classic is a favourite that brings magic to the holidays.

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Burlington, ON
2025-11-25 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington, ON, L7S 1T7, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Orillia, ON
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Orillia Opera House, 20 Mississauga St. West, Orillia, Ontario, L3V 3A6, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Brantford, ON
2025-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Sanderson Centre, 88 Dalhousie St, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 2J2, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Hamilton, ON
2025-12-06 14:00 - 16:00 | FIRSTONTARIO CONCERT HALL, 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton, ON, L8P 4Y2, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Kingston, ON
2025-12-08 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-12-09 18:30 - 21:00 | Kingston Grand Theatre, 218 Princess St, Kingston, ON, K7L 1B2, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Ottawa, ON
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-12-13 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-13 16:30 - 19:00 | Centrepointe Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Dr, Nepean, Ontario, K2G 5K7, Canada
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Holiday magic is made year after year by Ballet Jörgen’s traditional treasure The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition. Created by acclaimed choreographer and Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen to Tchaikovsky’s well-loved score, this delightful classic is a favourite that brings magic to the holidays.

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Mississauga, ON
2025-12-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Living Arts Centre, 4414 Living Arts Dr, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 4B8, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Brampton, ON
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-12-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Rose Theatre, 1 Theatre Lane, Brampton, Ontario, L6V 0A3, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in London, ON
2025-12-21 15:00 - 17:30 | Centennial Hall, 550 Wellington Street, London, Ontario, N6A 3P9, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Guelph, ON
2025-12-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-23 19:30 - 21:30 | River Run Centre, 35 Woolwich St, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 3V1, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Kitchener, ON
2025-12-28 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Centre In The Square, 101 Queen St N, Kitchener, Ontario, N2H 6P7, Canada

The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition in Markham, ON
2025-12-30 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-30 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-12-31 11:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-31 15:00 - 17:30 | Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Boulevard, Markham, Ontario, L3R 8G5, Canada

A Midsummer Night's Dream: WORLD PREMIERE in Oakville, ON
2026-01-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Oakville Centre, 130 Navy Street, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H3, Canada
Ballet Jörgen presents William Shakespeare’s classic comedy with a Canadian twist accompanied by Mendelssohn’s famous score. Ballet Jörgen’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream will bring out the magic of Northern Canada’s woodland and tundra landscapes and creatures of the forest. The ballet is a tale of love and, often misguided, magic set in motion by the mischievous trickster Puck. This family-friendly short ballet will captivate audiences of all ages and will warm the hearts of young and old alike!

A Midsummer Night's Dream in Guelph, ON
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:30 | River Run Centre, 35 Woolwich St, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 3V1, Canada
