Forsythe’s
Jan 29–Feb 7, 2027
Opulent, romantic, and endlessly spellbinding
Helgi Tomasson after Marius Petipa
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Jens-Jacob Worsaae
Craig Miller
Wona Park in Tomasson’s The Sleeping Beauty // © Erik Tomasson
Act I – 60 minutes
Intermission – 15 minutes
Act II – 29 minutes
Intermission – 20 minutes
Act III – 41 minutes
Total – 2 hours, 45 minutes
War Memorial Opera House
The Sleeping Beauty is the pinnacle of the classical ballet canon. Choreographed by Helgi Tomasson after Marius Petipa and set to Tchaikovsky’s radiant score, this production honors the grandeur of the 19th-century classic while bringing a fresh vitality, showcasing regal pageantry, virtuosic technique, and enduring romance. It is a fairy tale that is both enchanting and captivating for audiences of all ages—elegant, timeless, and a celebration of classical ballet at its finest.
Act I – 60 minutes
Intermission – 15 minutes
Act II – 29 minutes
Intermission – 20 minutes
Act III – 41 minutes
Total – 2 hours, 45 minutes
War Memorial Opera House
2026–2027 Season
Experience ballet’s past, present, and future
This season traces the throughlines of a living art form, honoring the legendary choreographers, composers, and designers who made ballet what it is today, while championing the voices moving it forward.
Season Packages
Save with a season package
Purchase a package to lock in your seats at the best rates, plus subscriber perks like fee-free ticket exchanges and exclusive Nutcracker discounts. Choose the complete journey with the Principal 6 Series, select a curated themed Mini Package, or tailor your own lineup with a Create Your Own package.
Special Offers
season packages
Pick Eugene Onegin and one other program and save up to 20% off the single ticket price* with a CYO Duet package.
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season packages
Pick Eugene Onegin and one other program and save up to 20% off the single ticket price* with a CYO Duet package.
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single tickets
Plan a night to remember with single performance tickets. Limited-time offers available* – including student, senior, and group discounts. Treat yourself to an evening of artistry and elegance.
30% off the following dates:
Saturday January 24 – 8PM
Saturday January 24 – 2PM (MAT)
Sunday January 25 – 8PM
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PREMIERES
January 15, 1890—Mariinsky Theatre; St. Petersburg, Russia
March 13, 1990—War Memorial Opera House; San Francisco, California
Friday, January 29 AT 7:30 pm
The Sleeping Beauty
Casting & Credits
Friday, January 29 AT 7:30 pm
Jens-Jacob Worsaae
Craig Miller
January 15, 1890—Mariinsky Theatre; St. Petersburg, Russia
March 13, 1990—War Memorial Opera House; San Francisco, California
SUPPORT FOR San Francisco Ballet PROUDLY PROVIDED BY
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