From the PNB Archives: Notes on Cinderella
Dive deep into the history of Kent Stowell's Cinderella with expert perspectives from PNB Archivist Sheila C. Dietrich!
Fun Facts about PNB’s Cinderella
Pacific Northwest Ballet's Cinderella combines the story you know and love with spectacular choreography, Prokofiev’s familiar score, and superb design. Keep reading to learn what makes this ballet so special!
Cinderella Character Guide
Kent Stowell's adaptation of Cinderella is a romantic retelling of the classic fairytale. If you’re attending the show, it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with each character before you see them on stage. Read on to meet each magical Cinderella character with this quick, helpful guide!
Artistic Director’s Notebook: Kent Stowell’s Cinderella 2026
"You might see the Cinderella story as a prophetic tale of people who come from different backgrounds finding common denominators in such human qualities as love and kindness. Hmm. Could this story be applicable to our world today?" Click here to read more!
Cinderella Stories Throughout History
The story of Cinderella is timeless. Known by many names around the world, this folk tale emphasizes the innately human desire to overcome unjust oppression and find happily ever after. The roots of the story, more ancient than we may ever know, can be traced back for many centuries. We’ve compiled just a […]
The Story of Cinderella
Kent Stowell's adaptation of Cinderella is a romantic retelling of the classic fairytale. Stowell's version is unique, as many ballets are based on Frederick Ashton’s 1948 production, which is more comic-tragic in nature. Read the full story on the PNB Blog!
Make a Meaningful Gift Before December 31, 2025
As the year draws to a close, many in our community take time to reflect on what matters most to them. If Pacific Northwest Ballet is part of your story, there are several impactful ways to support the art and artists you love while also taking advantage of current tax opportunities before they change. Read about your options in this helpful blog!
The Man Behind the Music: Sergei Prokofiev
Composer and pianist Sergei Prokofiev created many remarkable musical works, including the ballets Romeo and Juliet, Cinderella, and Prodigal Son. Known for his masterful use of harmony and rhythm, his oeuvre, while innovative, appeals to a broad audience.
10 reasons you can’t miss PNB’s premiere of Cendrillon
A loving spirit returns to console wounded hearts and confront conceit in Cendrillon, a Cinderella love story from the creators of Roméo et Juliette. Find out more about this PNB premiere and get tickets now! Cendrillon is on stage at McCaw Hall February 3 through 12.
NYC Tour: A Day in the City
The PNB family has made it to NYC safe and sound on our early Alaska Airline flight. It is my first time touring and traveling with a dance company and I must say it is a blast. It’s a hoot seeing everyone half awake with coffee in hand as we board our early […]