Presenters
Avant Chamber Ballet brings classical performing arts to a modern audience. Artistic director Katie Puder creates collaborative and innovative performances with live music for Dallas, Texas. The fourteen-member ensemble of classically trained dancers presents a diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary works from local choreographers, as well as internationally acclaimed artists.
Avant Chamber Ballet’s mission is to bring exceptional live dance and chamber music together for audiences in Dallas and Fort Worth.
Our ensemble of classically trained dancers presents a diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary works from local choreographers, as well as internationally acclaimed artists.
Since our inaugural season in 2012, ACB has presented over fifty world premiere ballets. The organization is in its 12th season, and is led by artistic director Katie Puder with a subscription season at Moody Performance Hall, Dallas Arts District.
At Avant Chamber Ballet we are passionate about two things –
First – creating new and relevant works of performing art here locally in Dallas.
Second – to perform those works of art for our community – both at the wonderful theaters we have built in the Dallas Arts District but also to bring that art to Dallas communities that don’t normally attend traditional performances.
We are committed to presenting our free classes, workshops and performances all over Dallas and meeting people in their neighborhoods to make art easily accessible for everyone.
We truly believe that our art should reflect the city of Dallas and that what we create belongs to everyone, not just traditional patrons of the arts.
Dec 5 - 7, 2025
Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic - The Nutcracker with Live Orchestra!
Dec 7, 2025
This version is one-hour long which is a perfect introduction for younger audience members or for those who need a sensory-friendly performance.
Dec 7, 2025
Join the courageous young scout Peter as he embarks on an adventure to the zoo in this much-loved ballet with a musical twist with narration in English and Spanish!
Feb 14 - 15, 2026
Avant Chamber Ballet celebrates live music and dance at Moody Performance Hall with three inspiring ballets with live music.
Mar 27, 2026
The production will feature world premiere choreography by Fernanda Oliveira and Katie Puder, new costumes and sets… with Orchestra on stage!
Mar 28, 2026
The production will feature world premiere choreography by Fernanda Oliveira and Katie Puder, new costumes and sets… with Orchestra on stage!
Apr 25, 2026
This production marks an Avant Chamber Ballet debut featuring a live orchestra under the direction of conductor Brad Cawyer.
Apr 25, 2026
Join us for an afternoon of fun blending the whimsical charm of Saint-Saëns’ orchestral suite with ballet!
