World Ballet Company brings "Cinderella" to Columbia Theatre

World Ballet Company proudly announces the 2025–2026 national tour of "Cinderella," an irresistibly fun (and funny) take on one of the world's most beloved fairytales. With performances scheduled in more than 130 cities across the U.S., this enchanting production will bring a Broadway-style ballet experience to audiences of all ages. The production will make its way to Longview's Columbia Theatre (1231 Vandercook Way) on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m.

At once timeless and delightfully unexpected, "Cinderella" is a family-friendly, cinematic ballet that blends elegant choreography, playful humor, and stunning visuals. Choreographed by Estonia's Marina Kesler, the production features a multi-national cast of 40 professional dancers from 10 countries, more than 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, and richly detailed, hand-crafted sets.

"The idea was to create a cinematic feeling on stage, where every movement, every gesture, helps tell the story clearly and emotionally," said Kesler. This delightful staging of "Cinderella" invites audiences into a magical world where kindness triumphs, transformation is possible, and happily ever after is just one glittering waltz away. The production is brought to life by an expressive and soaring musical score, paired perfectly with Kesler's inventive storytelling and choreography.

From sweeping ballroom scenes to moments of unexpected comedy, "Cinderella" is designed to dazzle both first-time balletgoers and seasoned viewers. To date, World Ballet Company has travelled to more than 300 cities reaching an audience of more than 500,000. According to surveys, more than 60 percent of World Ballet Company audiences experience ballet for the first time with one of their productions. This is crucial to the company's mission, "Ballet Everywhere, Ballet For All."

The World Ballet Company is driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone. Based in Los Angeles, and guided by the vision of founders and producers Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, World Ballet Company draws on decades of entertainment industry experience to reimagine what ballet can be. The company tours nationwide, often to places where live ballet has rarely, if ever, graced the stage, offering audiences the opportunity to experience world-class ballet close to home. Each production, whether a fresh interpretation of a beloved classic or an entirely original creation, is crafted with meticulous care and a spirit of innovation. The shows blend Broadway-style production values with cinematic elements and multimedia effects to create an experience that feels both timeless and modern.

For tickets and details, visit worldballetcompany.com/event/columbia-theatre.