Free Phoenix Ballet Under the Stars performances return for 2024

Ballet Arizona's popular program that brings free outdoor performances to places around the Valley begins next month.

August 7, 2024

See ballet outside all around the Valley starting Sept. 19. Courtesy of Ballet Arizona

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Ballet Under the Stars, Ballet Arizona's annual series of free, open-air performances, is back again for 2024.

The performances are suited for all ages and feature several excerpts from contemporary and classical ballets. There is no ticketing for the events; just show up ready to enjoy.

This year's schedule is:

7 p.m. Sept. 19, Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills
7 p.m. Sept. 20, Chandler Park, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler
7 p.m. Sept. 21, Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater, 10300 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear
7 p.m. Sept. 26, Centennial Plaza Park, 9875 N. 85th Ave., Peoria
7 p.m. Sept. 27, Sahuaro Ranch Historic Park, 9802 N. 59th Ave., Glendale
7 p.m. Sept. 28, Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road

A 2022 blog post on the Ballet Arizona website gives several tips for attending a Ballet Under the Stars performance.

Recommendations include: showing up early to get a good spot, packing a folding chair or a blanket to sit on, bringing your own food and drinks and dressing for the weather (and don't forget the bug spray).

For more information on Ballet Under the Stars and the company's 2024-25 season, visit the Ballet Arizona website.

Jennifer Goldberg is the Senior Editor of Culture at Phoenix New Times. She joined the New Times staff in February 2016. In her role, Jennifer writes and publishes profiles of both local and regional musicians, previews upcoming performances and provides guides on the best of Phoenix’s entertainment scene. She also oversees the Best of Phoenix. Jennifer previously worked for Jewish News of Greater Phoenix. During her career, Jennifer has received awards from the Arizona Press Club, the Arizona Newspaper Association and the American Jewish Press Association. She holds a bachelor’s of arts in English from Arizona State University.

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