Capitol Ballet Center

Since its inception in 1999, Capitol Ballet Company has been committed to bringing the beauty and elegance of ballet to a diverse audience of art lovers. Our pre-professional dancers, ranging in age from 11 to young adult, undergo rigorous training under the guidance of our experienced and dedicated faculty. Our mission is to produce high-quality performances, instill an appreciation of dance and the arts, and empower our dancers through their discipline and study.

Our Company

Capitol Ballet Company is a non-profit, pre-professional ballet company directed by Stuart Carroll and Sharon Newton. We are a volunteer organization staffed by highly skilled artistic directors, board members, and volunteers. Our company is funded in part by the Cultural Arts Awards Grant of the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission with support from the City and County of Sacramento.

Our Performances

Capitol Ballet Company presents a range of ballets, including full-length productions of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Giselle, and Paquita, as well as contemporary premieres and excerpts from classical ballets. Our performances are highly acclaimed, with audience members consistently rating us with high marks on quality of performances. We strive to make our performances accessible to a wide audience, offering excellent value ticket prices and providing free or discounted tickets to under-served individuals.

Our Repertoire

Our repertoire includes a diverse range of ballets, from classical favorites like Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker to contemporary premieres like Grofe Variations and Sweet Debussy. We are proud to present a variety of ballets, including Don Quixote, Les Sylphides, and Coppelia, as well as world premieres by local choreographers.

Our Outreach

In addition to our performances, Capitol Ballet Company is committed to outreach and community engagement. We provide free or discounted tickets to under-served individuals, including those with chronic conditions, disabilities, and age-related restrictions. We also partner with organizations that serve these populations, providing them with opportunities to experience live ballet performances.

Our Partners

We are proud to be a part of the Sacramento arts community, and we work with local businesses and organizations to promote the arts and support our community. Our partnerships with organizations like the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission and the City and County of Sacramento enable us to continue bringing high-quality ballet performances to the Greater Sacramento region.