Royal Winnipeg Ballet

Royal Winnipeg Ballet The RWB enriches the human experience by teaching, creating and performing outstanding dance.
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MAIN STAGE OPENER: Stravinsky Stories (October 8 - 11)The main stage season opens with a thrilling double bill celebrati...
09/01/2026

MAIN STAGE OPENER: Stravinsky Stories (October 8 - 11)

The main stage season opens with a thrilling double bill celebrating the genius of Igor Stravinsky, one of the 20th century’s most innovative composers. The Fairy’s Kiss, choreographed by internationally acclaimed Alexei Ratmansky, brings a contemporary perspective to Stravinsky’s enchanting music, blending precision, elegance, and drama. Complementing it is a bold, fresh interpretation of Firebird, choreographed by rising talent Houston Thomas.

Tickets start at $40, only at rwb.org or see the link in our bio.

📷 Photo of Logan Savard (2026) by Danny Shumov

❤️ with special thanks to...
Presenting Sponsor the Richardson Foundation
Arts Partner
Live Music Benefactor The Asper Foundation

✨ Creative Team
Fairy's Kiss Choreography by Alexei Ramansky
Firebird Choreography by Houston Thomas
Fairy's Kiss Set & Costume Design by Jérôme Kaplan
Fairy's Kiss Lighting Design by James F. Ingalls
Firebird Set, Costume, & Lighting Design by Kinsun Chan
Music by Igor Stravinsky

08/31/2026

We were happy to have choreographer Houston Thomas join us in the studio refining Firebird for our main stage season opener Stravinsky Stories.

A classic story set in the modern corporate world, 's bold interpretation of Firebird examines themes of power, freedom, conformity, and individuality, and asks what it truly means to break free from the systems that define us. This contemporary reimagining celebrates the enduring power of courage, compassion, and human connection, and it's all set to Stravinsky's iconic score.

Get your tickets today to see it in its full form.

08/25/2026

That's a wrap on our first RWB Revealed 🩰

From the candid moments between rehearsals to the hours spent refining a single piece, we hope you enjoyed coming behind the curtain and seeing what it's like to be an RWB dancer.

If you joined us for full days, a couple hours, or even just passed through during your lunch break, thank you for stepping into our studio.

If you want to see the final product of those rehearsals, including Houston Thomas' Firebird and George Balanchine's Who Cares?, click the link in our bio to get tickets to the 2026-27 season shows.

The RWB is deeply saddened to hear about the recent passing of beloved costume designer Sandra Woodall.A true visionary ...
08/21/2026

The RWB is deeply saddened to hear about the recent passing of beloved costume designer Sandra Woodall.

A true visionary driven by curiosity and imagination, Sandra was one of the most influential artists in the dance community. The RWB was one of many lucky ballet companies to work with Sandra when she created the designs for one of our most popular productions, Val Caniparoli's A Story. She brought life to the characters in a way no one else could, and we're incredibly grateful to have had a piece of her whimsy and creativity grace our stage.

In the words of , who has known her since he was 12 years old and worked with her on productions with the Oregon Ballet Theatre and Hong Kong Ballet, she was a creative genius and one of the most dedicated artists he's ever had the pleasure of working with.

"We won't see her kind again❤️"

Her presence will be missed, but her incredible impact on the dance community will live on.

📸:
1: Courtesy of RWB Archives
2: Courtesy of RWB Archives
3: CindyMarie Small in RWB's 2003 A Cinderella Story by
4: CindyMarie Small in RWB's 2003 A Cinderella Story by
5: Serena Sanford in RWB's 2009 A Cinderella Story by
6: Courtesy of RWB Archives
7: Elena Dobrowna, Jaimi Deleau, and Alanna McAdie in RWB's 2021 A Cinderella Story by

We think so at leastPhoto credits:1 - 2 - Chenxin Liu by Liam Reid3 - RWB Archives4 - Brady Corps5 - 6 - Stephan Azulay ...
08/13/2026

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Photo credits:
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2 - Chenxin Liu by Liam Reid
3 - RWB Archives
4 - Brady Corps
5 -
6 - Stephan Azulay and Logan Savard by

The RWB is hiring positions across multiple departments!If you're passionate about the arts and want to make a meaningfu...
08/10/2026

The RWB is hiring positions across multiple departments!

If you're passionate about the arts and want to make a meaningful impact on an organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Current openings:
Public Relations Specialist
Professional Division Registrar
Administrative Assistant
Director of Educational Programming - Update: Position filled!

Learn more here: https://www.rwb.org/about/careers

Whether you're a lifelong ballet fan or simply curious about the company's creative process, join us for RWB Revealed wh...
08/06/2026

Whether you're a lifelong ballet fan or simply curious about the company's creative process, join us for RWB Revealed where you get a rare opportunity to experience ballet from the inside.

RWB Revealed transforms the True North Square concourse into a working ballet studio from August 19-21, offering behind-the-scenes access to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Company as they prepare for the 2026–27 season.

Watch daily Company class, observe rehearsals in real time, and discover the artistry, collaboration, and dedication that bring world-class productions to life. Throughout the day, enjoy live performances, artist conversations, and interactive experiences for audiences of all ages.

🌟 Thank you to our presenting sponsor James Richardson & Sons, Limited in memory of Kathleen M. Richardson.

📷 Photo of by Dominique Rey () and Laina Brown ()

Due to the combination of continued high temperatures and the damage sustained to the site during last night's storm, we...
07/30/2026

Due to the combination of continued high temperatures and the damage sustained to the site during last night's storm, we have made the difficult decision to cancel tonight's Ballet in the Park performance at the Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park.

We know this is disappointing, and we're incredibly grateful for your understanding throughout an exceptionally challenging week of weather.

While we won't be together in the park tonight, we look forward to welcoming you to RWB Revealed, another outdoor event this summer where we're transforming True North Square into a working ballet studio for three days. Join us for free to experience professional dancers in their natural environment through open rehearsals, performances, and behind-the-scenes moments August 19-21.

Learn more through the link in our bio.

Tonight's Ballet in the Park performance (Wednesday, July 29) has been cancelled due to unsafe extreme heat.The safety o...
07/29/2026

Tonight's Ballet in the Park performance (Wednesday, July 29) has been cancelled due to unsafe extreme heat.

The safety of our dancers, students, crew, volunteers, and audience is our highest priority. Royal Winnipeg Ballet monitors temperature and humidity directly on stage and follows established safety thresholds. Today's conditions exceed those thresholds, making it unsafe to perform.

We know many of you were looking forward to joining us this evening, and we're deeply disappointed to have to make this decision. Thank you for your understanding as we put the health and safety of everyone involved first.

We look forward to welcoming you to the park tomorrow if conditions allow.

🗣️ Ballet in the Park on Tuesday, July 28 has been cancelled.The safety of our dancers, students, and audiences is our t...
07/28/2026

🗣️ Ballet in the Park on Tuesday, July 28 has been cancelled.

The safety of our dancers, students, and audiences is our top priority. Today's event cannot proceed due to environmental factors.

Be sure to check back for updates on tomorrow's and Thursday's shows. Thank you for understanding!

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