Important dates

Upcoming Events

Nutcracker Auditions

Date: Friday, August 21, 2026

Nutcracker Auditions for ages 5+

The Nutcracker
Date: December 4 - December 5, 2026
Location: Simpsonville Arts Center
Description: Experience the magic as students from all levels perform a beloved holiday story. Celebrate the holidays with this special ballet tradition right here in Simpsonville.

Cornerstone Ballet 2026 to 2027 Season Calendar

  • August 17, 2026

    • First Day of Classes

  • September 7, 2026

    • Classes Held (Labor Day)

  • October 5 to 9, 2026

    • Studio Closed for Fall Break

  • November 25 to 27, 2026

    • Studio Closed for Thanksgiving Break

    • (Closed Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday)

  • November 30 to December 5, 2026

    • Nutcracker Production Week

  • December 4 to 5, 2026

    • Nutcracker Performance

  • December 21, 2026 to January 8, 2027

    • Studio Closed for Christmas Break

  • January 11, 2027

    • Classes Resume

  • January 18, 2027

    • Classes Held (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

  • February 1, 2027

    • Recital Fee Drafted with February Tuition

  • February 15, 2027

    • Classes Held (Presidents’ Day)

  • March 22 to 27, 2027

    • Studio Closed for Spring Break

  • May 2 to 8, 2027(Tentative)

    • Recital Week

  • May 10 to 15, 2027

    • Portrait and Awards Week

  • May 15, 2027

    • Last Day of Classes / End of the 2026 to 2027 Season

Recital dates are tentative pending theater confirmation.

Families should plan to remain enrolled through the completion of the season, including recital, portrait, and awards week.

Weather-related closures will be communicated by email and text. Makeup classes will be scheduled as needed.