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Carolina Ballet presents Dracula

Date: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Time: Times vary with dates

Venue: A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh

Price: TBA

Category: Arts

This two-act world premiere delves into the man who came before the legend. Once a loyal servant of the church, he leaves his new bride to fight in its name. When false news of his death reaches home, her longing of reunification comes at the cost of her life. Returning home only to find his beloved gone, he renounces his faith. At this crossroad of ruin, Dracula is born. In search of newfound devotion, this world premiere blends gothic with a deeply human depiction of adoration, piety, and deception. Dracula will feature both the power and nuance of our full company alongside a novel score.

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Carolina Ballet presents Dracula

When
Ongoing · Ends Sun, Nov 1
Fri, Oct 30, 2026
Through Nov 1
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
TBA
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What is Carolina Ballet presents Dracula? This event is a two-act world premiere ballet that explores the human story and tragic history of the man who became Dracula. What to Know: The production features a brand-new score and the full Carolina Ballet company. The story follows a loyal servant of the church who fights in its name, only to return home to find his bride has died after receiving false news of his death. In his grief, he renounces his faith, leading to the birth of Dracula. The performance blends gothic themes with a portrayal of adoration, piety, and deception. This production offers a sophisticated cultural outing in downtown Raleigh. It is a strong choice for a weekend date night or an afternoon supporting the local performing arts community during the autumn season.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the ballet being performed?
The production takes place at the A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh.
Is this a traditional telling of the Dracula story?
No, this is a world premiere that focuses on the man before the legend, exploring his early life, his marriage, and the events that led him to renounce his faith.

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Carolina Ballet presents Dracula runs Fri, Oct 30, 2026, Times vary with dates.

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A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts is at 2 E. South St., Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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