Diablo Ballet rings in the New Year with Cinderella’s Wedding performing February 7 – 8, 2025 at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek.

February 7 at 7:30 pm and February 8 at 2 pm & 7:30 pm.

Lesher Center for the Arts, Hofmann Theatre, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek

RUNNING TIME: 1 hour and 45 minutes with one 15-minute intermission.

TICKETS: $30-$58. Phone: 925-943-7469; Online: www.lesherartscenter.org, www.diabloballet.org

The Company’s February program features Cinderella’s Wedding, choreographed by renowned storyteller, Julia Adam. The romantic score by Sergei Prokofiev reminds us that dreams really do come true.

Also on the program is the Diablo Ballet premiere of legendary dance-maker George Balanchine’s Donizetti Variations staged by Sandra Jennings. This cheerful ballet was created for the “Salute to Italy,” a 1960 New York City Ballet program celebrating the 100th anniversary of Italy’s unification with music from the opera Don Sebastian. 

Rounding out the program is an encore presentation of Dr. Magic by esteemed choreographer, Penny Saunders. Premiered in February 2024 and dedicated to a beloved Diablo Ballet friend, this light-hearted, musical, and heartwarming work showcases Diablo Ballet dancers’ multifaceted artistry and contemporary technique.

POST PERFORMANCE EVENTS: After the Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8 performances, Fizz Walnut Creek Champagne and Bubbles Bar invites the first 50 patrons to enjoy a free glass of bubbly when they stop by their location and show their performance ticket. Immediately following the 2 pm performance on February 8, Diablo Ballet presents a complimen