Ballet Arkansas: THE GREAT GATSBY

Performance Dates/Times:

• Friday, October 23, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, October 24, 2026 |2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
• Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.

To launch the 26|27 Season, Ballet Arkansas unveils a breathtaking World Premiere production that reimagines one of literature’s most iconic stories with sweeping scale, cinematic power, and contemporary artistry. Inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel, The Great Gatsby, this bold new vision transforms the stage through immersive visual art integration, evocative musical enhancements, and striking contemporary nuance—creating an unforgettable ballet experience designed to captivate audiences across generations. Step into the dazzling world of the Jazz Age, where champagne flows, secrets shimmer beneath the surface, and the enigmatic Jay Gatsby relentlessly pursues the illusion of a perfect past and the love of Daisy Buchanan. Beneath the glamour and decadence lies a haunting portrait of ambition, obsession, and the fragile nature of the American Dream. Lavish, emotionally charged, and visually mesmerizing, The Great Gatsby draws audiences into a world where every celebration hides a deeper longing—and where the pursuit of the unattainable can ultimately lead to dangerous outcomes. Includes a K-12 Student Matinee.