New Ballet

San Jose, CA’s only Professional Ballet Company and ABT Certified School
The San Jose Nutcracker - California Theatre
Join us for our 10th Anniversary 2026 - 2027 Season! A NEW LOOK AT A TIMELESS TRADITION

What makes us "New?" New Ballet productions provide a fresh way for Bay Area families to share the magic of a classical ballet performance with those closest to them. New Ballet annually presents "The San Jose Nutcracker" during the holidays and a classical story ballet in the spring. These reinvigorated ballet productions are designed as entertaining experiences for the whole family to enjoy. For more info visit: newballetsj.org


TRAIN WITH THE BEST

The New Ballet School (NBS) provides unparalleled ballet training to students of all ages and stages in downtown San Jose, California. The New Ballet School is an American Ballet Theatre Certified School. Training at New Ballet School provides a state-of-the-art classical ballet education, offering expert ballet training featuring the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum with a focus on dancer health and child development. Training is student-focused and promotes a positive body image and self-confidence. Our certified teaching staff has many years of experience bringing high quality artistic training to students ranging from 18 months and up. The majority of our staff have danced professionally and understand first hand the elements required for an artist's development. Classes feature live piano music in the classroom for a complete classical ballet education. Registration is always open. Visit newballetschool.org, email [email protected], or call 408-352-5616 for more information. BALLET IS FOR EVERYONE

Through outreach programs and scholarships, we aim to make the benefits of a classical ballet education available to any child in our neighborhoods who shows the aptitude and dedication to pursue serious training. If you are interested in learning more about our outreach programs, please email our Outreach Programs Manager Cliff Rawson at [email protected]. If you are interested in supporting New Ballet programs, please visit newballetschool.org/donate.