Events & Offers

Dress-Up Matinees

February 6, 13, and 14, before 1:00 pm matinees
Dress-up matinees for Princes and Princesses of all Ages at 1:00 pm on February 6, 13, and 14! Arrive early for matinee festivities: create a unique craft, take a magical dance class, and meet our dancers in costume!

Sleeping Beauty Seminar

Saturday, January 23, 2010, 3:00–5:30 pm, The Phelps Center.
PNB's production of The Sleeping Beauty will be the focus of this seminar, featuring choreographer Ronald Hynd and stager Annette Page. Learn about the history of The Sleeping Beauty, Tchaikovsky's famous score, the ballet's iconic choreography by Marius Petipa, and Ronald Hynd's interpretation, based on the Royal Ballet's legendary staging. Attendees will also enjoy a close-up view of Beauty's opulent historical costumes. Tickets: $20. Buy Tickets

Under 25 Fridays (and one Thursday!)

Friday, February 5 & 12, 7:30 pm • Thursday, February 4, 7:30 pm
Are you age 25 or under? Get 1 ticket for $15 or 2 for $25! For tickets call PNB's Box Office 206.441.2424 or visit 301 Mercer St. Under 25 Friday ticket offer is good Feb. 4, 5 & 12 only. Subject to availability. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Each attendee must present valid I.D. upon ticket retrieval.

Enter to Win Our Sleeping Beauty Dream Weekend

PNB Partners with Pacific Place!
Visit participating Pacific Place merchants January 25–February 12 to win one of three Sleeping Beauty Dream Weekends, including performance tickets, a backstage tour, two-night stay at the Hyatt Olive 8, spa package for two at Elaia Spa, a haircut and color at Seven, and $100 Pacific place gift card. Learn More

Friday Previews

Friday, January 29, 2010, 6:00–7:00 pm, The Phelps Center
Join PNB's popular Friday Previews (formerly PNB $5 Fridays) for an hour-long dance preview hosted by Artistic Director Peter Boal and PNB artistic staff and featuring PNB dancers in excerpts from The Sleeping Beauty. Tickets go on sale December 7. More Information

Conversations with PNB—Free

Sunday, January 31, 2010, 2:00–3:00 pm
An hour-long conversation with PNB dancers Carla Körbes and Mara Vinson in the casual atmosphere of the Elliott Bay Book Company reading room. Elliott Bay Bookstore, 101 S. Main Street, Seattle. More Information

Ballet Previews—Free

Tuesday, February 2, 2010, 12:00–1:00 pm
Join PNB for a free lunchtime preview lecture at the Central Seattle Public Library. Education Programs Manager Doug Fullington will offer insights about The Sleeping Beauty, complete with video excerpts. More Information

Lecture Series: Ronald Hynd and Annette Page

Ronald Hynd and Annette Page on The Sleeping Beauty
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Lecture 6:00–6:45 pm, Nesholm Family Lecture Hall, McCaw Hall
Dress Rehearsal 7:00–9:30 pm, McCaw Hall
Join us for an engaging interview during the hour preceding the dress rehearsal. Attend the lecture only or stay for the dress rehearsal. More Information

KING FM Brings You the PNB Orchestra LIVE!

KING FM brings you The Sleeping Beauty, one of the most beloved ballet scores of all time, live from McCaw Hall featuring the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra. Tchaikovsky’s music lives on in this classic fairy tale—timeless, beautiful and with a complete happily-ever-after experience for all ages. Join KING FM at 7:30 PM on Friday, February 5 on KING FM 98.1 and online at www.king.org for the live broadcast and experience Princess Aurora’s magical story for yourself!

Ballet Painting Sale at McCaw Hall!

Celebrated Whidbey Island artist James Moore's ballet paintings are based on the artists' observation of Pacific Northwest Ballet dancers. Own one of these original treasures! View James' work in the lobby at McCaw Hall during The Sleeping Beauty. Prices vary. A portion of the proceeds benefits PNB.

Pre-Performance Lectures—Free

Join Education Programs Manager Doug Fullington for a 30-minute introduction to each performance, including discussions of choreography, music, history, design and the process of bringing ballet to the stage. One hour before performances (except Nutcracker), Nesholm Family Lecture Hall, McCaw Hall, Free Admission. More Information

Please Note: There will be no Post-Performance Q&As during the run of The Sleeping Beauty