SEASON 25/26
A CONTEMPORARY BALLET JOURNEY THAT MOVES YOU BEYOND IMAGINATION
Auditions for ERA
February 8, 2026
TCB Studio
Auditions for Tampa City Ballet’s next original contemporary work. Selected dancers will perform in ERA: Emerging & Resident Artists, a contemporary performance celebrating bold, innovative contemporary dance.
CONTEMPORARY DANCERS | MALE & FEMALE | AGES 18+
Master Class with Osnel Delgado | Artistic Director of Malpaso Company
February 12, 2026
New Tampa Performing Arts Center
Hosted by Dance Tampa Bay in partnership with Tampa City Ballet, this master class offers dancers a unique opportunity to train with Osnel Delgado—internationally acclaimed choreographer and Artistic Director of Malpaso Dance Company, an associate company of The Joyce Theater, NYC. Known for his powerful physicality, theatrical intensity, and emotional depth, Delgado leads participants through an immersive contemporary dance experience rooted in global movement practices. Dancers will explore technique, musicality, and expressive performance through a class that reflects the highest standards of contemporary dance.
Ages 12+ | 6:00 PM & Ages 16+ | 7:30 PM
Inside the Studio
February 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM
TCB Studio
Step inside the studio and experience Tampa City Ballet up close.
Join the Artistic Director and company dancers for an intimate, behind-the-scenes evening featuring live dance demonstrations and exclusive insight into the artistry, creative process, and bold vision that shape Tampa City Ballet. This special event offers a rare opportunity to connect with the artists and witness the work come to life.
March 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM
DANCE NOW
Water Works Park
Dance Now is a dynamic, free celebration featuring over 120 artists and highlighting the cultural heartbeat of Tampa Bay. Join us for an unforgettable day of live performances, interactive dance experiences, and meaningful community connection.
April 11 | 7:00 PM & April 12 | 4:00 PM
ERA: Emerging & Resident Artists
New Tampa Performing Arts Center
A pioneering residency program that converges the worlds of performing arts and technology, fostering a new era of creative innovation.
Tampa City Ballet will open auditions for artists interested in participating in this forward-thinking initiative.
Sleeping Beauty
May 16 and 17, 2026
New Tampa Performing Arts Center
Tampa City Ballet presents The Sleeping Beauty, a breathtaking celebration of classical ballet that sweeps audiences into a world of enchantment and grandeur. Featuring beloved, iconic choreography—including the legendary Rose Adagio—this spectacular production dazzles with virtuosity, romance, and timeless beauty, offering an unforgettable theatrical experience.
The TCB Summer Intensive offers dancers comprehensive training to enhance technique, artistry, and versatility. Students explore ballet, modern, contemporary, partnering, improvisation, and Tampa City Ballet repertory, while working with nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty and choreographers.
Summer Intensive
July 6 through 24, 2026
TCB Studio
At this time there are no health and safety requirements for audiences, artists, or staff at Tampa City Ballet events.
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