Theatre
Colorado Ballet
Denver, CO, United States·Est. 1961·2,225 seats
ballet
1405 S Galena Way, Denver, CO 80247
Colorado Ballet has served as the Rocky Mountain region's premier classical dance company since 1961, presenting full-length story ballets alongside contemporary works that push the art form forward. Performing at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver's striking performing arts complex, the company pairs athletic virtuosity with artistic elegance. Its annual Nutcracker has become a beloved Denver holiday tradition, while commissions and community programs extend ballet's reach across the Front Range.
The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.8/ 5
World-class lyric-style hall with exceptional acoustical design featuring cherry veneer surfaces, ziggurat walls, and moveable orchestra pit reflectors. Sound fills the space immersively from all directions with careful isolation from mechanical and external noise.
Best Seats
Orchestra A or B center sections, rows D-E offer ideal intimacy with expansive views. First rows of balcony provide breathtaking perspective on staging and choreography with excellent acoustics. Mezzanine offers good middle-tier value.
Dress Code
No Dress Code
Visitor Guide
Tickets, pricing, and getting there
Student Discounts
College students: Solo Pass $80 (1 ticket) or Pas de Deux Pass $150 (2 tickets) for all five season productions, valid for B/C seating only, first-come basis with valid student ID. Local dance students: 15% discount available; contact 303-837-8888 ext. 2 or tickets@ColoradoBallet.org.
Around the Venue
Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby
Plan Your Visit
Denver
3 dining, 1 cafés, 1 bars & nightlife
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Book well in advance and allow 2–3 hours for the full experience; ideally schedule dinner at least 90 minutes before curtain time.
Dinner service only; closed Sundays and Mondays
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Arrive 45 minutes before show time to secure a table; the bar is perfect for standing room if seating is full.
Open daily for lunch and dinner; kitchen closes at 10 PM weekdays
- Café Colore$
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Perfect for a matinee pre-show coffee and pastry 30–60 minutes before curtain; take your order to go if pressed for time.
Open 7 AM–6 PM weekdays, 8 AM–5 PM weekends
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Arrives early for wine-by-the-glass service; the bartenders can craft a quick cocktail in under 10 minutes if you're tight on time.
Open 7 AM–10 PM daily
Green Room — Denver
Performer City Guide
1 practice spaces, 1 vocal coaches, 1 music stores
- Denver Music Studios$$
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Book rooms in advance during peak seasons; the facility offers hourly and monthly rates, and staff can accommodate technical rehearsals.
Open 9 AM–11 PM daily; block bookings recommended
- The Vocal Studio Denver$$$
Specialized diction coaching and performance psychology support
Book coaching sessions 1–2 weeks before your Denver performance; coaches here understand the professional demands of touring artists.
By appointment; typically 10 AM–7 PM weekdays
Extensive sheet music catalog and professional-grade supplies
Stop by for last-minute reed adjustments, string replacements, or sheet music; staff members are familiar with visiting musicians' needs.
Open 10 AM–6 PM Mon–Sat, 12–5 PM Sunday
- BodyMind Wellness Center$$$
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Call ahead to schedule a 30-minute pre-performance therapeutic massage or postural assessment; many visiting artists book sessions during their Denver engagement.
Open 9 AM–7 PM weekdays, 10 AM–4 PM weekends; same-day appointments available
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Venue Details
Architecture
Modern lyric opera house
Resident Company
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