Oglebay Institute presents "Hansel & Gretel" Ballet

Oglebay Institute’s Youth Ballet Company presents Hansel & Gretel at Towngate Theatre.

Shows take place 3pm & 7pm Sunday, October 13; 7pm Saturday, October 19; 3pm & 7pm Sunday, October 20

For more than 200 years, children around the world have been captivated by the story of brave siblings “Hansel & Gretel” and their adventures in the woods with fairies, gingerbread children, and a house made of candy. Young and old alike can once again enjoy this classic story where good triumphs over evil.

Get Tickets

Tickets: $20

Purchase tickets online or call 304-242-7700.

Sponsored by the Helen J. Prince Foundation.

2024-25 Children’s Theater Season at Towngate

“Hansel & Gretel” Ballet
3pm & 7pm Sunday, October 13
7pm Saturday, October 19
3pm & 7pm Sunday, October 20

“Prancer”
7pm December 6; 3pm December 7 & 8

“The Nutcracker”
7pm December 18, 19, 20; 3pm & 7pm Sunday, December 22

“Beauty and the Beast”
7pm January 31; 3pm February 1, 2, 8, 9, 2025

Take your kids to the ballet.

Oglebay Institute’s children’s theater brings classic stories from the page to the stage through theater and dance.  Ballet performances feature well-loved stories that children relate to. Kids not only get excited about the characters and music they know, but also get to see stories presented in new and interesting ways.  Performances introduce kids to the beauty of dance. They also learn how dance can be used as a means of self-expression and storytelling.

Teaching the Art of Dance…

Oglebay Institute recognizes the importance of creative expression through movement and music. Dance has been a vibrant part of our programming for more than 80 years. We not only present dance as an art form and a means of self-expression but also as social interaction for all ages. From new dancers to returning professionals, our students immerse themselves in the art of dance at Oglebay Institute.