Academy Performances
The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet presents performances throughout the academic year, including our widely-acclaimed Winning Works Choreographic Competition.
The Grainger Academy's performance opportunities give students a chance to experience the stage in a professional setting. Students will have an opportunity to perform and will be exposed to rehearsal, costuming, theater etiquette, and much more.
Performance opportunities include:
- Fall Program
- The Joffrey Ballet's The Nutcracker
- Winning Works
- Young Moves Student Choreography Showcase
- Children's, Dance Lab, and Adaptive Showcases
- Spring Program
- Summer Intensive Final Presentations
- Adult Division Intensive Performance Opportunities
Plus, exclusive performance opportunities with The Joffrey Ballet.
2026 Winning Works
The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet celebrates the Sixteenth Annual Winning Works Choreographic Competition. The culminating performances follow a national call for emerging choreographers whose unique perspectives inspire creativity in the form of original works of dance.
