PLAN YOUR VISIT

PLANNING
YOUR TRIP TO THE BALLET

First time at the Ballet? We're so happy you're joining us! Learn all about attending a performance here.

KEEP AN EYE ON TIME

  • Double-check your tickets for the date and time of your performance (we’d hate for you to miss it.)
  • Lobby doors open one hour before your performance start time. Grab a snack or drink, or shop at our boutique.
  • Doors to the theater open 30 minutes before your performance start time.
  • If you miss the beginning of the ballet, you may have to watch it on a monitor in the lobby until there’s a suitable break; this can often be at the first intermission.
  • Be sure to allow yourself enough time for traffic, parking, and refreshments.

BEFORE THE SHOW

  • Civic Center Music Hall offers beverages and pre-packaged snacks that you can purchase and enjoy inside the theater. You may also pre-order Small Bites from their special menu, when available (Small Bites are not allowed in the theater).
  • Our Oklahoma City Ballet Boutique offers a variety of gifts – from shirts to stickers and beyond – for you to buy for a family member or friend…or to treat yourself!
  • Behind the Ballet takes place 45 minutes before curtain in the South Lobby of the Civic Center. This pre-show event features lectures from guest artists, hands-on activities, and demonstrations for all ages.

WHERE TO STAY

Our partners at the Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City and The Ellison Hotel offer special rates for Oklahoma City Ballet performance weekends:

Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City
1200 North Walker
Housed in an Art Deco landmark in the vibrant midtown district, the Ambassador Oklahoma City, Autograph Collection is more than a luxury boutique hotel. It's an attitude. Use this link for your discounted rate: https://tinyurl.com/ambassadorokcballet.

The Ellison Hotel
6201 N Western Ave
At The Ellison, you’ll discover a relaxed and authentic Oklahoman experience alongside a host of vibrant social scenes and gathering spaces. Use this link for your discounted rate: https://tinyurl.com/ellisonokcballet

WHERE TO PARK?

Most performances are held at the Civic Center Music Hall in downtown Oklahoma City. Street parking is limited, but there are many private lots in the area. Expect to pay $10-$15 cash for downtown parking. Be mindful of traffic, construction, or special events in the area.

For additional parking information, please see click below.

CIVIC CENTER PARKING

WHAT TO WEAR?

We believe in comfort! No one will blink an eye if you show up to the Ballet in jeans or your office attire, but it’s fun dressing up too. The Ballet is a great place to debut your most enchanting get-up, however, anything goes!

HINT: Whatever outfit you choose, make sure it will be comfortable to sit in for a few hours.

WHEN TO CLAP?

You may not clap in the middle of a symphony or Broadway show, but at Oklahoma City Ballet, you can let yourself go! When dancers pull off spectacular moves (spins, leaps, and lifts), it’s perfectly acceptable to cheer them on to greater heights with storms of applause or shouts of “bravo!” or “brava!”

GET SOCIAL WITH @OKCBALLET

Share your experience online and be sure to tag @okcballet in all your OKC Ballet photos (yes, even the selfies).

Be sure to follow us on social media; we consistently share up-to-date company and performance information on Facebook and Instagram. Just remember: no photography once the curtain rises, but you can photograph or video the final bows.

BECOME
BALLET-SAVVY

Helpful ballet terminology for all attendees to know.

OKC BALLET FAQ

Have more questions? We have the answers. Use the FAQ link below for in-depth information on Oklahoma City Ballet.

VIEW FAQ