Smuin's The Christmas Ballet

Dance

Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet

Presented by Smuin Contemporary Ballet |

December 10–24, 2026

Make spirits bright with the sugar and spice that is Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet. Our seasonal tradition is back for another year of holiday memory-making, with new additions by Company Artist Maggie Carey and choreographer Julia Feldman alongside festive favorites.

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Tickets

Blue Shield of California Theater, YBCA

Tickets: $25–130

Thursday, December 10, at 7:30 pm
Friday, December 11, at 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 12, at 2 pm
Sunday, December 13, at 2 pm
Friday, December 18, at 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 19, at 2 pm
Saturday, December 19, at 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 20, at 2 pm
Tuesday, December 22, at 7:30 pm – LGBTQ+ Night
Wednesday, December 23, at 7:30 pm
Thursday, December 24, at 2 pm

“It’s impossible to get grinchy with the company delivering such cheer and polish…proving that sharply danced with a side of silly is still a winning holiday formula.”

– San Francisco Chronicle

Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet. Photo by Maximillian Tortoriello.

Shania Rasmussen in Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet. Photo by Maximillian Tortoriello.

Jacopo Calvo, Claire Buehler, and João Sampaio in Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet. Photo by Maximillian Tortoriello.

Smuin Contemporary Ballet

Smuin Contemporary Ballet thrives on diverse views and dance styles to create art that is original, evocative, and entertaining. By creating a platform for artists to flourish, we foster innovation. By embracing bold ideals and ideas, we unleash the limitless power of dance. We are committed to sharing our passion for dance through performances, classes, and community engagement.

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Lead Image: Smuin Artist Isabel Borges. Photo by Keith Sutter.

Organization Image: Smuin Artist Jacopo Calvo. Photo by Keith Sutter.