Eugene Ballet Company

At Eugene Ballet, we often describe ourselves as a family. Ours is a culture that celebrates not only artistic excellence, but also the milestones, relationships, and families that flourish beyond the stage.

This season, our ballet family has much to celebrate!

✨ This summer, our Creative Content Director, Katie Patrick, welcomed her first child with her husband, Jon Locke.

✨ Principal Dancers Danielle Tolmie and Mark Tucker recently welcomed their third son into the world.

✨ Looking ahead, Principal Artists Sarah Kosterman and Joshua Downard are expecting their first child in the new year.

While we are proud of the dancers we bring to the stage, we are equally proud of the people they are when the curtain comes down. Read more about what family means to Eugene Ballet in our latest blog, https://www.eugeneballet.org/a-family-in-every-sense-of-the-word/. 🧸🐣💙

We are thrilled to announce that Bryan Matluk is joining Eugene Ballet as our next Executive Director, and he’ll be here in early October.

“Since I took my first plié in college, ballet has been my enduring passion. I was inspired by every person I met during the search process, and I’m excited to work alongside this talented community in advancing artistic excellence and inspiring the next generation of dancers.” — Bryan Matluk, incoming Executive Director

Want to meet Bryan in person? We’re planning a public meet-and-greet in mid-October — watch for details. Read more about Bryan and Eugene Ballet’s leadership transition at the link in bio.

This decree comes from Shakespeare herself: Get your tickets for Taming of the Shrew! 📜🎭

Only a few more hours to save 15% on tickets to this classic comedy, so get yours and gear up to experience this swirling celebration of movement, music, and inventive design ⚙️

🔗 Get your tickets at 15% off TODAY at the link in bio!

📸: Ari Denison

This season, we are thrilled to invite all children in the community to public open auditions for Eugene Ballet’s The Nutcracker!

Local students have long played an important role in The Nutcracker, and this year we are excited to welcome an even wider audience and invite more young dancers from throughout our community to be a part in this cherished tradition.

🍬 Bon Bons: Ages 9–12 (3+ years of dance experience)

🎁 Party Children: Ages 12–15 (4+ years of dance experience)

🌸 Waltz of the Flowers & Snowflakes: Ages 15–18 (4+ years of pointe experience)

Auditions will be held September 26 at Eugene Ballet Academy in the Midtown Arts Center. There is no fee to audition. Please visit eugeneballet.org/academy/the-nutcracker-auditions for more information.

🔗 Register for auditions at the link in bio!

When two fiery personalities meet ❤️‍🔥⚙️

Katherine is headstrong and independent while Petruchio is confident and determined, making Taming of the Shrew Shakespeare’s most iconic and vibrant romantic standoff 💥⚔️

Get your tickets for Eugene Ballet’s steampunk-inspired Taming of the Shrew TODAY and save 15% on tickets! Our Full Moon Sale ends this Wednesday, Sept. 2, so get your tickets at a discount now!

Hult Center for the Performing Arts, City of Eugene
Oct. 30 & Nov. 1

🔗 Link in bio to save 15%!

📸: Ari Denison

Experience Halloween at the Hult Center! 🎃👻

On Saturday, October 31, the Hult Center transforms into a thrilling night of live music and outrageous costumes for Haunted Hult! This 18+ event features an extravagant costume contest and live music by Shelley James & AGENTS OF UNITY, plus more haunting surprises throughout the Hult Center. Join us in downtown Eugene where you can dance the night away and take in the spooky Halloween atmosphere! 🌙⚰️

Hult Center Performing Arts
October 31, 2026
8:00-11:00pm
Ages 18+
Advanced Tickets: $35
Tickets at the Door: $50

🔗 Get your tickets TODAY at the link in bio!

Kinda chic to support Eugene Ballet ✨

Find out more about our mission, programming, and 2026/27 Season at the link in bio! 🩰❤️

📸: (1, 6) Ari Denison (2) Athena Delene (4) Cheryl Mann