As the vibrant heart of the German financial world, Frankfurt not only impresses with its stunning skyline, but also with its diverse cultural scene: from renowned opera houses to avant-garde dance productions, the city is a magnet for creative minds and art lovers. And now, Ballet of Lights in Frankfurt offers you a very special highlight: this spectacular show presents the classic fairy tales of Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty at the Capitol Theater with a unique light and dance show that combines traditional ballet and innovative lighting technology to create an unforgettable performance.
Ballet of Lights in Frankfurt – The programs:
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a dazzling show
The timeless story of Cinderella tells of a young girl who, despite the cruelty of her stepmother and stepsisters, turns her fate around with courage, kindness, and a little magic, winning the heart of a prince. The origins of the fairy tale date back to 1697, when Charles Perrault published “Cendrillon”; later, the Brothers Grimm published their own version, “Aschenputtel. “ Cinderella finally became world-famous as a musical version in 1945, when Sergei Prokofiev published his ballet adaptation .
Ballet of Lights combines this classic template with a modern lighting concept and a sparkling dance production set to music by Tchaikovsky, Debussy, and other composers.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a sparkling show
The legend of Sleeping Beauty originates from ancient tales from the Middle Ages and was given its familiar form by Charles Perrault and later by the Brothers Grimm. The fairy tale of the enchanted princess who awakens through the kiss of true love has lost none of its magic over the centuries.
In the Ballet of Lights production, this story is brought to life: magnificent costumes, flowing movements, and Tchaikovsky’s moving music combine with impressive lighting compositions to create an overall experience full of magic and emotion—luminous, elegant, and timelessly beautiful.
What is Ballet of Lights?
Ballet of Lights combines the magic of classical ballet with the fascinating aesthetics of modern light art to create a whole new stage experience. In impressive choreographies, 4-6 dancers breathe new life into famous fairy tales such as Cinderella or Sleeping Beauty in an abridged, dynamic version. The luminous costumes emphasize every movement and, together with atmospheric music from the world of classical compositions, create an impressive total work of art. Thanks to the creative interplay of light and dance, the result is a show that amazes audiences of all ages and lends new magic to a well-known story.
Reviews for Ballet of Lights in Frankfurt
“Beautiful performance and just the right length at 60 minutes.”
November 2, 2025
“We had a wonderful evening and really enjoyed the dancing. The lights made it truly magical. Afterwards, we even got to take photos with the dancers, who were really lovely and friendly. We’d definitely like to see something like this again. Thank you for a wonderful evening.”
January 24, 2026
“The dancers are very talented, and my daughter and I really enjoyed it.”
September 7, 2025
“Very nice show, great dancers, and good atmosphere.”
May 25, 2025
On selected dates over the coming months, this enchanting dance spectacle will be coming to the Capitol Theater in Frankfurt for a few exclusive shows. However, the number of tickets is limited, so don’t hesitate too long and secure your seats quickly for a ballet event in a class of its own.