Ballet RI

Ballet RI Boldly Reimagining Ballet in Rhode Island

Boldly Reimagining Ballet in Rhode Island

Ballet RI, the premiere dance company in Rhode Island, is the proud evolution of Festival Ballet Providence as it continues to embark on an innovative future. Through performances, education, and community engagement, Ballet RI reimagines a traditional dance form into a modern-day experience. This new brand is a commitment to our home state and community and a continued reimagination, setting the stage for a bold and innovative future.

05/29/2026

Season 49 loading…

A look behind the scenes at our season photoshoot with

Stay tuned for Season 49s iconic lineup!

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05/26/2026

From here, we can go anywhere.

A look back at recent years work in the studio and on the stage. From students to company artists – the sky’s the limit!

Reimagine Ballet at Ballet RI

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05/19/2026

A look back at Season 48!

Season 48 has come to a close, and we are filled with gratitude. This year, we performed across 6 theatres throughout New England, offering 54 opportunities for our community to experience live art together. None of it would be possible without you!

Stay tuned for an iconic Season 49…

05/14/2026

Machinal | The Mother

Shaped by the machine. Devoted to her daughter.
She never meant to help build the cage.

Experience Katie Vigly as The Mother this weekend at URI, opening tonight!

Tickets linked in our bio and at balletri.org

University of Rhode Island, J Studio
May 14 – 7:00 pm
May 15 – 7:00 pm
May 16 – 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm
May 17 – 1:30 pm

Machinal breaks the mold and wows audiences!“Walshe and Yanowsky’s adaptation of Machinal truly pushes the boundaries of...
05/14/2026

Machinal breaks the mold and wows audiences!

“Walshe and Yanowsky’s adaptation of Machinal truly pushes the boundaries of what can be portrayed without words, preserving the beauty of classical ballet while providing a clear and accessible narrative for those who aren’t familiar with the original story.”
-The Brown Daily Herald

Don’t miss the final performances of this extraordinary ballet!

Tickets linked in our bio and at balletri.org

University of Rhode Island, J Studio
May 14 – 7:00 pm
May 15 – 7:00 pm
May 16 – 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm
May 17 – 1:30 pm



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STYLES D***S | Company Don’t miss Styles as The Lover in the final weekend of the world premiere of Machinal: A Dance of...
05/13/2026

STYLES D***S | Company

Don’t miss Styles as The Lover in the final weekend of the world premiere of Machinal: A Dance of Defiance!

Tickets linked in our bio and at balletri.org

Performances:
University of Rhode Island, J Studio
May 14 – 7:00 pm
May 15 – 7:00 pm
May 16 – 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm
May 17 – 1:30 pm

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05/12/2026

Machinal | Telephone Girl

Bright and bold. She sees you. She hears you. And in a world that doesn’t, that’s everything.

Experience Heather Nichols as Telephone Girl in Machinal: A Dance of Defiance this weekend at URI!

Tickets linked in our bio and at balletri.org

University of Rhode Island, J Studio
May 14 – 7:00 pm
May 15 – 7:00 pm
May 16 – 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm
May 17 – 1:30 pm

Audiences are raving about Machinal: A Dance of Defiance. One word kept coming up: “extraordinary.” “The dancing, the ch...
05/12/2026

Audiences are raving about Machinal: A Dance of Defiance. One word kept coming up: “extraordinary.”

“The dancing, the choreography, the creative concept.... all outstanding.” one audience member remarked.

Now we’re taking it to a new stage at URI.

Don’t wait! This is one you’ll regret missing.

Tickets linked in our bio and at balletri.org

University of Rhode Island, J Studio
May 14 – 7:00 pm
May 15 – 7:00 pm
May 16 – 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm
May 17 – 1:30 pm



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Address

825 Hope Street
Providence, RI
02906

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 8:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

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