Newmark Theatre

This fall, Portland welcomes an extraordinary celebration of classical ballet as PRIMA Ballet Gala brings together artists of the Grand Kyiv Ballet and international guest performers for one unforgettable night.

More than a performance, PRIMA Ballet Gala is a night of elevated artistry – where timeless classics meet contemporary expression, and the stage becomes a space of beauty, power, and emotion.

The program features iconic highlights from world-renowned ballets including Don Quixote, Spartacus, and The Dying Swan, alongside vibrant national dance such as the thrilling Hopak, set to music by legendary composers including Tchaikovsky.

Begin your evening on the red carpet, then step inside for a celebration of artistic excellence and international cultural connection.
Guests are warmly encouraged to attend in the evening attire, helping create an atmosphere of elegance worthy of this special occasion.

Join us for a rare opportunity to experience world-class dancers, timeless choreography, and a night filled with beauty and inspiration.

Seats are limited. Be part of PRIMA Ballet Gala — where ballet speaks from the heart.

The World’s MOST Iconic Ballet — With a LIVE Orchestra!

The legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production from World Ballet Company, as fate and magic entwine in a timeless battle between good and evil. Performing with a Live Orchestra, and featuring a cast of 50 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, and stunning hand-crafted sets, this spellbinding ballet captures every heart-pounding moment — from the Dance of the Little Swans to the Black Swan’s 32 fouettés, and every pirouette in between.

With Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score soaring through the air and played LIVE, immerse yourself in this mesmerizing journey where dreams, heartbreak, and hope unfold right before your eyes.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (including 20-minute intermission)
Audience: For ages 5 & over

*About the Company: Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries.

To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 300 cities, reaching an audience of more than 500,000 fans.

Make it a group experience! Special pricing is available for groups of 10 or more.

Join The Ringer's Bill Simmons, along with special guests, for a live recording of his show, The Bill Simmons Podcast for the first time ever in Portland!

We have a fabulous triple bill for our spring-bling-fling performances!

Ihsan Rustem's LINGER will take you where rock-n-roll meets contemporary dance with his up-beat work set to a medley of your favorite songs by The Cranberries.

We're bringing some sparkle and flare to the stage with the return of Nicole Von Arx's GLIMMERS.

Robyn Mineko Williams, will create her first original work with NW Dance Project, a collaboration that has been in the works since Robyn won our Pretty Creatives competition in 2012!

Join the young dancers of OBT School for an enchanting performance designed for audiences of all ages! Featuring excerpts from beloved classical ballets and culminating in a Grand Étude that showcases the whole school.

To wrap up our season we are back to our roots with TWO PREMIERES, the JA Collective, an acclaimed award-winning LA-based director and choreographer duo, will create their first original work on the company.

Local luminary + Princess Grace Award winner, Andrea Parson will create a new work combining dance, theatrics, and comedy in a classic "Whodunit" mystery inspired by Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None.

Join us for the final show of our 23rd season to experience a fabulous evening of dance!

Sacred Earth is Ragamala Dance Company’s signature work—a powerful, hour-long journey of movement and music that celebrates the beauty and vitality of the natural world. Performed as a continuous arc of high-energy dance and evocative poetry, the work unfolds like a living ritual. Aparna Ramaswamy and Ranee Ramaswamy are widely recognized as among the leading practitioners of Bharatanatyam in North America, and under their direction, Ragamala has traveled the world as ambassadors for contemporary Indian dance. Inspired by the ephemerality of South Indian kolam rice flour drawings, Warli wall paintings, and ancient Tamil Sangam poems, Sacred Earth illustrates the delicate, interdependent relationship between humanity and nature.