Tampa City Ballet Brings Sleeping Beauty to New Tampa This May
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Classical ballet is coming to a stage near Wesley Chapel this month, as Tampa City Ballet prepares to perform Sleeping Beauty at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center.
The production is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at 8550 Hunters Village Road in Tampa which is just minutes from the Wesley Chapel and New Tampa communities.
The performance follows Princess Aurora's journey through a classic fairytale arc: a cursed sleep, a cast of enchanting characters, and an eventual awakening. Tampa City Ballet's production brings the story to life through choreography set to the iconic score, making it a strong option for families, ballet enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a cultural outing close to home.
A Family-Friendly Cultural Outing
With a runtime of 90 minutes and a storyline familiar to most audiences, Sleeping Beauty is well-suited for children and adults alike. The New Tampa Performing Arts Center is a community performance venue that regularly hosts regional dance, theater, and arts programming.
For Wesley Chapel and New Tampa residents, the location offers a short, convenient drive to catch live professional-level dance without heading into downtown Tampa.
Tickets and More Information
Those interested in attending can find ticketing and event details through Tampa City Ballet's official website. For direct inquiries, the organization can be reached at (813) 558-0800 or via email at info@tampacityballet.org. The venue box office can be reached at (813) 829-2760.
This performance is part of Tampa City Ballet's ongoing Sleeping Beauty series, with additional dates reportedly available through their ticketing portal.
Whether you're introducing young children to classical ballet for the first time or returning to the art form, this May performance offers a well-timed opportunity to enjoy live dance at a venue right in the heart of the greater Wesley Chapel area.
