Experience the artistry, energy, and excitement of ORANGE COUNTY'S INTERNATIONAL BALLET FESTIVAL. 

World-renowned ballet artists will share the stage for one spectacular night of dance at Festival Ballet Theatre's 9th Annual  Gala of the Stars. 

Festival Ballet Theatre's annually sold-out Gala of the Stars showcases internationally revered guest artists from the world's most prestigious dance companies. During this night of unforgettable performances, ballet icons will dance celebrated classical repertory as well as breathtaking contemporary highlights. Celebrating over 28 years of artistic excellence, Festival Ballet Theatre simultaneously attracts the best in professional dance to its home base while sending its own dancers out as artistic ambassadors to the world. Festival Ballet Theatre is pleased to present this amazing night in association with Youth America Grand Prix.

Guest Artists

Tiler Peck, New York City Ballet
Robert Fairchild, New York City Ballet
Maria Kochetkova, American Ballet Theatre
Daniil Simkin, American Ballet Theatre
Cory Stearns, American Ballet Theatre
Xander Parish, The Mariinsky Theatre
Yuan Yuan Tan, San Francisco Ballet
Jamie Kopit, American Ballet Theatre/SBA Alumni

Guest Artists subject to change