For many students, an OBT show is their first live arts experience, and they never forget how it opens their hearts and minds.
Opening Young Hearts to Dance
Through our Student Performance Series, Oregon Ballet Theatre offers ballet shows for schools in Portland that expose students to an artistic community built on passion and dedication. By introducing them to new kinds of storytelling and movement, these school-day matinees spark curiosity in future artists, dreamers, and leaders.
The Power of Ballet in Education
Bringing the Stage to Students
Oregon Ballet Theatre proudly offers ballet shows for schools in Portland through our Student Performance Series.
Seats are only $6 per student, with a $3 service fee per order.
Teachers receive study guides a week before the performance, along with seating and parking details, to ensure a smooth, engaging experience for everyone. Schools must finalize their reservations 2 weeks ahead of time, and hold on to their virtual confirmation—no paper tickets required.
Student Performance Series Registration – Fall/Winter Shows
We look forward to seeing you at the theater for our upcoming Student Performance Series! This form includes registration for George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®️ and ALICE (in wonderland).
We will open registration for our spring student performance by OBT2 on December 11, 2026.
Spark a Passion
Frequently Asked Questions
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To attend one of our ballet shows for schools in Portland, please contact OBT directly when registration opens in August. Each ticket is $6, and we require a $3 service fee per order. Please note that we do not issue paper tickets, and your registration confirmation secures your seats.
Oregon Ballet Theatre welcomes students of all ages, from kindergarten through high school. We’ve curated our performances to inspire and educate across a wide age range, making them appropriate and engaging for younger learners and older students alike.
Absolutely. We’re committed to making every student feel included.
Each of our venues offer accessible seating and restrooms. If you have students with specific needs, please note them upon registration so our team can provide the necessary accommodations.
We can accommodate both small and large groups. While there are no strict group size requirements, space is limited, so we encourage early registration.
OBT offers hour-long performances for schools, including age-appropriate mainstage productions throughout the season, such as The Nutcracker. We kindly ask that you arrange plans to arrive at the theatre early, giving students time to find their seats and settle in before the curtains open.
We invite students to our theatres to enjoy our Student Performance Series, immersing them in the world of ballet in a professional venue. As part of our commitment to making the arts accessible, OBT also offers field trips that give students a behind-the-scenes look at the world of professional dance—inviting them to watch rehearsals, explore our studios, and learn what goes into our world-class performances.
Yes. We ask that teachers and chaperones attend with students to ensure a safe, engaging experience for everyone. We recommend following your school’s recommended adult-to-student ratio to make sure every student has the support they need to enjoy the performance comfortably and respectfully.
Photo Credits
Nicholas Sakai | Photo by Jingzi Zhao; Jessica Lind | Photo by Brian Simcoe
Video Credits
Eva Burton, Hannah Davis, Lauren Flower, Leigh Goldberger, Nicholas Kosanovich-Ware, Ruth Langill, Isaac Lee, Ruby Mae Lefebvre, Zuzu Metzler, Charlotte Nash, Juliette Ochoa, Cyrus Shaskan, Bailey Shaw | Video by Matthew Tomac
