About

Gorskaya-Hartwick creates original ballet productions that are accessible and easy to watch for everyone, from a seasoned ballet lover, to the first timer. We introduce classical ballets to audiences nationwide, to over 150,000 people across the US per season. By adapting classic choreography and adding various techniques such as cinematic effects we make it easy to understand and fun to watch. We work with over 280 performing arts centers across the country, coming to stages of different size and shape. From Minneapolis to Butte, from Baton Rouge to Los Angeles we share our love for ballet with new audiences every day.

“Our experience has been fantastic and we appreciate the partnership. Our community loves the shows you have brought to us over the years, specifically Nutcracker, Swan Lake, and Cinderella. I can tell you our community looks forward to these events, especially our local dance community. I know this for a fact because I hear it all the time.”

Kevin Ortiz General Manager Oakview Group, Pueblo Convention Center

“Gorskaya-Hartwick brings world-class ballet to San Diego that enriches our performing arts community. It is a great pleasure working with Gulya and her team. Gorskaya-Hartwick’s professionalism and gifted talent pair to make this a fantastic experience for all parties involved.”

Kyle Pulverenti Programming Manager San Diego Theatres, Inc.

“You guys have always been very easy to work with and our team enjoys having your productions coming into our theatres!”

Richard Hansen Director of Booking at Historic Theatre Group Hennepin Trust Fund Broadway Across America

“The experience has been great with you and your team. We are looking forward to continuing the relationship for many years to come.”

David Namesnik The BROADMOOR World Arena Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts World Arena Ice Hall, a US Olympic Training Site

"It is a first rate organization. Touring a live ballet is an enormous undertaking, and everyone from the office to the technical crew and the dancers are professionals. We look forward to a return visit from WBS."

Roy Rozenthal Louisiana Arts Arts Council of Central Louisiana

Productions

World Ballet Series

World Ballet Series is a unique concept combining the world’s beloved ballets performed live on the most celebrated stages across the nation.

Gathered to bring the breathtaking beauty of classical dance to the audiences, a multinational cast of 50 professional ballet dancers represents 10 countries united by the passion for enriching classical ballet traditions through brilliant and critically acclaimed new productions of the world classics.

World Ballet Series is a family-friendly experience accompanied by the timeless score, over 150 hand-sewn costumes, hand-crafted sets, and the most talented dancers for you to enjoy the three iconic ballets: Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and Cinderella.

Masterclass For All

An educational community outreach, free of charge for all interested in ballet, with no previous ballet experience. It is a new and exciting format of a ballet masterclass, which is currently presented in each of the cities on tour.

The BALLET FOR ALL masterclass is led by our cast members.

A free of charge BALLET FOR ALL masterclass is an entertaining way to learn more about classical ballet. The participants of the masterclass meet World Ballet Series’ cast members in a studio, learn ballet language (how to say: “let’s party” using your ballet arms), see some first class ballet dancing, find out the challenge of the first position and more.

World Ballet Festival

A groundbreaking celebration of dance, culture, and artistry that transcends boundaries and brings world-class ballet to every corner of our nation.

Over the course of four weeks and spanning across four different parts of the country, celebrated ballet stars from around the globe will perform three diverse and exciting programs. These programs showcase the finest moments in ballet history, featuring a range of repertoire spanning from the beloved classics to the newest innovations of today’s most exciting choreographers.

At its core, the World Ballet Festival aims to bring world-class ballet to every corner of our nation and to make the magic of ballet accessible, especially to regions that have traditionally been overlooked in the world of dance. By fostering a love for the art form and bridging the gap between world-class excellence and local communities we will redefine the landscape of ballet in our country.

Let’s transform every city into a stage for artistic brilliance.

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