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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
VENUE DIRECTORY — PERFORMING ARTS
For complete schedules, visit these venue websites directly:
Ballet West
Website: https://www.balletwest.org/events
Box Office: 801-869-6920
Utah Symphony | Utah Opera
Website: https://usuo.org/schedule/
Box Office: 801-533-6683
Pioneer Theatre Company
Website: https://pioneertheatre.org/
Box Office: 801-581-6961
Hale Centre Theatre
Website: https://www.hct.org
Phone: 801-984-9000
Eccles Theater (Broadway at the Eccles)
Website: https://saltlakecity.broadway.com/
ArtTix: 801-355-2787
Kingsbury Hall (UtahPresents)
Website: https://www.utahpresents.org/
Box Office: 801-581-7100
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