My First Ballet at RAK Cultural Development Center

Discover the magic of ballet through two beloved fairy tales brought to life

Every great love for ballet begins with a little wonder!

And what better way to discover it than through two of the most beloved fairy tales of all time? My First Ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker to the stage in a captivating introduction to classical ballet, created especially for children and their families.

Watch professional soloists and corps de ballet dancers bring highlights from both stories to life through graceful choreography, beautiful costumes, and familiar orchestral melodies.

From the elegance of each movement to the magic of the music, young audiences can discover what makes ballet such a treasured art form.

With two 40-minute acts and an intermission, the performance offers little ones a welcoming and enjoyable first encounter with live dance. Suitable for children aged 3 and above, My First Ballet invites the whole family to experience the beauty of classical ballet together.

Let their love for ballet begin here!

Age limit & Language

Age limit: 3+ years and above Language: English

Ticket Information

*tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Entry Policies

• Recommended age policy: Ages 3 years and above require a ticket. • All event guests must agree with and abide by the following conditions. Failure to do so will result in no entry to the event. • Strictly NO readmission. • No professional cameras, audio, or video recorders are allowed.

How to get there

By car: There are many ways to reach your destination including heading southwest on Al Manama – Ras Al Khaimah Road/Sheikh Saqr Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi Road/E11/E18 toward 48B Street, taking the ramp toward Al Araibi and City Center, continuing on E11, and turning right onto Al Hisn Road. Taking the first roundabout exit onto 21A Street and turning right will lead you to your destination. GPS navigation is highly advised. By taxi: Taxis and ride-hailing services such as Careem are available throughout Ras Al Khaimah and can drop you directly at the venue.