2026 BALLET SAN JOSE – DON QUIXOTE
A Full-Length Classical Ballet
Sunday May 31, 2026
Historic Hoover Theatre
Two Performances Only: 1:30 PM & 5:00 PM
Building on the energy and success of our 2019 Don Quixote production, we are thrilled to bring this beloved classical ballet back to the stage in a brand-new, sparkling presentation.
Bursting with Spanish color, bravura dancing, and infectious humor, Don Quixote captures the spirit of Cervantes’ timeless masterpiece. This joyful, fast-paced ballet—one of the great treasures to survive from the imperial Russian era—celebrates love, adventure, and the sheer thrill of dance.
Our full-length, three-act production showcases dazzling technique, sweeping ensembles, and unforgettable characters. From fiery fandangos and soaring grand pas de deux to playful storytelling and exuberant stage action, Don Quixote offers something for everyone—dancers and audiences alike.
Whether you are revisiting this classic after our 2019 production or experiencing it for the first time, this new staging promises renewed excitement, fresh artistry, and nonstop joy from curtain to curtain.
Join us on May 31, 2026, at the historic Hoover Theatre for one of only two performances—1:30 PM or 5:00 PM—and experience classical ballet at its most vibrant.
2019 BALLET SAN JOSE – DON QUIXOTE
Our new sparkling full-length production of Don Quixote captures all the excitement, Spanish color and humor of Cervantes’ original masterpiece. It is one of the most popular and joyful ballets surviving from the imperial Russian era. Don Quixote has three acts and there is lots of dancing for everyone.
