Performing Arts: Ballet & Dance, Theatre, Opera, Symphony & Classical

From the grandeur of Abravanel Hall to the intimate stages of local theatres, the Wasatch Front is home to a thriving performing arts scene. Below you'll find upcoming ballet and dance performances, Broadway tours, opera productions, and symphony concerts—along with venue information and direct ticket links to help you plan your next night out.


Ballet & Dance


Ailey II — The Next Generation of Dance

Description: For over 50 years, Ailey II has merged the energy of early-career dance talent with outstanding choreographers. Performing following the MLK Week rally and march.

Date & Time: Monday, January 19 @ 4:30PM

Venue / Address: Kingsbury Hall • 1395 E President's Circle, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

Tickets: Buy tickets online here…


Ballet West Academy: La Bayadère Suite

Description: Students from Level 1 through the Professional Training Division present excerpts from the beloved classic set in mystical ancient India.

Dates: January 30 @ 7PM, January 31 @ 2:30PM & 7PM

Venue / Address: Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, Taylorsville

Tickets: Available via Ballet West Academy

Link: https://www.academy.balletwest.org


Stephanie García: "What Have We Lost?"

Description: Award-winning choreographer and dancer Stephanie García premieres a movement-based exploration of the aftermath of catastrophe, reflecting on what is left and what is lost.

Date & Time: Thursday, February 12 @ 7:30PM

Venue / Address: Kingsbury Hall • 1395 E President's Circle, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

Tickets: Available via ArtTix

Link: https://www.utahpresents.org/


Peter Pan (Ballet West)

Description: Ballet West's production of the timeless tale of the boy who never grew up. Fly off to Neverland with Peter, Wendy, and the Lost Boys.

Dates: February 13–22, 2026

Venue / Address: Capitol Theatre • 50 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Tickets: Available via Ballet West

Link: https://boxoffice.balletwest.org/overview/35960/


THEATRE


A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical (Broadway Tour)

Description: The untold true story of a Brooklyn kid who became a chart-busting, show-stopping American icon. Part of the Broadway at the Eccles series.

Dates: January 20–25, 2026

Venue / Address: Eccles Theater • 131 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Tickets: Available via ArtTix

Link: https://saltlakecity.broadway.com/


Ten Brave Seconds (World Premiere)

Description: A heartfelt new musical about a teenager having a very big day—he's been holding onto a secret, and today it's coming out. A bright, vital coming-of-age story infused with infectious pop melodies.

Dates: January 30 – February 14, 2026

Venue / Address: Pioneer Theatre Company (Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre) • 300 S 1400 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

Tickets: Available via Pioneer Theatre

Link: https://pioneertheatre.org/


Frozen — The Broadway Musical

Description: Disney's beloved tale of sisterhood, love, and self-discovery comes to life on stage at Hale Centre Theatre. Features all the songs from the animated film plus new music.

Dates: Through February 14, 2026

Showtimes: Monday-Friday 7:30 PM, Saturdays 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM, 7:30 PM

Venue / Address: Hale Centre Theatre • 9900 South Monroe Street, Sandy, UT 84070

Tickets: $45–$91

Link: https://www.hct.org


Clue — A New Comedy (Broadway Tour)

Description: Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game. A hilarious whodunit.

Dates: February 10–15, 2026 (multiple showtimes)

Venue / Address: Eccles Theater • 131 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Tickets: From $102–$222

Link: https://saltlakecity.broadway.com/


SYMPHONY & CLASSICAL


Utah Symphony: Tchaikovsky's "Winter Dreams" Symphony

Description: Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 1 explores winter's enchanting beauty, paired with Rachmaninoff's The Rock and Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 featuring pianist Awadagin Pratt.

Dates: January 10–11, 2026

Venue / Address: Abravanel Hall • 123 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Tickets: Available via Utah Symphony

Link: https://utahsymphony.org/schedule/


Salt Lake Symphony: Winners Concert

Description: The Salt Lake Symphony presents winners of the Summer Arts piano competition performing concerto movements with full orchestra.

Date & Time: Saturday, January 17 @ 7:30PM

Venue / Address: Libby Gardner Concert Hall (University of Utah)

Tickets: Available via Salt Lake Symphony

Link: https://saltlakesymphony.org/


Stardew Valley — Symphony of Seasons

Description: A 35-piece symphony orchestra performs music from the beloved video game, showcasing memorable scenes and compositions by ConcernedApe.

Date & Time: Tuesday, January 27 @ 8PM

Venue / Address: Eccles Theater • 131 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Tickets: From $191

Link: https://seatgeek.com/venues/eccles-theater/tickets


Utah Symphony: Thierry Fischer conducts Mahler's Symphony No. 4

Description: Music Director Emeritus Thierry Fischer returns for a luminous program including Mahler's Fourth Symphony, Tania León's Ser, and Mozart's Exsultate, jubilate.

Dates: January 30–31, 2026 @ 7:30PM

Venue / Address: Abravanel Hall • 123 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Tickets: Available via Utah Symphony

Link: https://utahsymphony.org/schedule/


Dirty Dancing in Concert

Description: Experience the classic film with a live band and singers performing the iconic soundtrack.

Date & Time: Thursday, February 5 @ 7:30PM

Venue / Address: Eccles Theater • 131 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Tickets: From $77

Link: https://seatgeek.com/venues/eccles-theater/tickets


Utah Symphony: Disney/Pixar's Up in Concert

Description: The Utah Symphony performs Michael Giacchino's Oscar-winning score live as the beloved animated film plays on the big screen.

Dates: February 12–14 @ 7PM

Venue / Address: Abravanel Hall • 123 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Tickets: Available via Utah Symphony

Link: https://utahsymphony.org/schedule/


Salt Lake Symphony Vienna Ball

Description: A unique event with live music for dancing by full orchestra and jazz band, floor shows by BYU Dancers, and a silent auction.

Date & Time: Saturday, February 14 @ 7PM

Venue / Address: UU Olpin Union Ballroom, University of Utah

Tickets: $60–$95

Link: https://saltlakesymphony.org/


Utah Symphony: Debussy's La Mer (Masterworks Magnified)

Description: Debussy's La mer, Bax's Tintagel, and Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto No. 1. Includes pre-concert activities and post-concert discussion.

Dates: February 27–28 @ 7:30PM

Venue / Address: Abravanel Hall • 123 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Tickets: Available via Utah Symphony

Link: https://utahsymphony.org/tickets/masterworks-magnified/


OPERA


Fidelio (Beethoven)

Description: Beethoven's only opera—a stirring hymn to justice, freedom, and love. Leonore disguises herself to rescue her wrongfully imprisoned husband in this tale of courage and liberation.

Dates: January 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 2026

Showtimes: Sat 7:30 PM, Mon/Wed 7:00 PM, Fri 7:30 PM, Sun 2:00 PM

Venue / Address: Capitol Theatre • 50 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Tickets: Available via Utah Opera

Link: https://usuo.org/tickets/subscriptions/opera-series/


VENUE DIRECTORY — PERFORMING ARTS

For complete schedules, visit these venue websites directly:

Ballet West

Utah Symphony | Utah Opera

Pioneer Theatre Company

Hale Centre Theatre

Eccles Theater (Broadway at the Eccles)

Kingsbury Hall (UtahPresents)


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