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Milwaukee Ballet was founded in 1970 by Roberta Boorse, we are an international company of dancers, a thriving school and academy and a force for change in the community.
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The Ball is our most important fundraising event each year, supporting the artistry of Milwaukee’s world-class ballet, as well as our incredible education and community engagement initiatives. Known as one of the best parties in town, it truly is a “party with a purpose” raising much needed funds to sustain our mission of delivering inspiring performance, community engagement, education and training.
At this time we have made the difficult, but responsible, decision to postpone this year’s annual Ballet Ball due to the current pandemic situation. In lieu of the Ball in it’s typical format, we are planning to hold a fundraising event in May to celebrate Beauty and the Beast and the end of an inspiring season.
More details to come soon, but in the meantime, please Save-the-Date: Thursday, May 19.
If you’ve joined us in the past, enjoy a short dance down memory lane. If you’re new to the Ballet Ball, take a peek at the dancing, the extravaganza, the spectacle that may be in store for your first experience at The Ball.
2020 | Beautiful, A Masquerade
2019 | Raise The Roof!
2018 | UNleashed
2017 | Absolutely Fabulous
2016 | Magical Mystery Ball
2015 | Bacchanal
2014 | Mirror Mirror
2013 | Glam Rock
2012 | Apocalypto
2011 | Prom
2010 | Pandemonium
2009 | Dance Like No One Is Watching
2008 | Bada Bing Bada Ball
2007 | One Mad Hot Dance Party
2005 | Dracula The Ball
2004 | Rio
Milwaukee Ballet was founded in 1970 by Roberta Boorse, we are an international company of dancers, a thriving school and academy and a force for change in the community.
Learn MoreJoin us for an inspiration collection of programs this season, including exciting contemporary pieces and new works and classical takes on favorite stories.
Learn MoreDance is a powerful tool. Our education and outreach programs inspire confidence, creativity, and health throughout the Greater Milwaukee community, reaching more than 30,000 people annually.
Learn MoreSupporters of Milwaukee Ballet deserve a standing ovation for their lasting impact on both the company and our community.
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