A full-scale production with 40 dancers, stunning costumes & a story your kids already know and love
The Warner Theatre is about to look like something straight out of a fairy tale — 40 dancers, 150 costumes, and one very famous glass slipper.
The World Ballet Company is bringing Cinderella to Erie on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, and it’s so much more than a traditional ballet. Think gorgeous costumes, full sets, and storytelling that feels closer to a Broadway show than a quiet dance performance.
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What to Expect
This is the Cinderella you know — glass slipper, fairy godmother, the whole midnight moment — but done in a big, visual way.
40 dancers on stage150+ costumesFull sets that actually tell the storyHumor woven in (the stepsisters are a hit with kids)
It’s easy for little ones to follow, even if they’ve never been to a ballet before. The familiar story does all the heavy lifting.
Why Erie Moms Are Talking About This One
This is the kind of night that becomes a memory. Dress up a little, grab dinner downtown, walk into the beautiful Warner, and watch your kid’s face light up.
It’s also a genuinely easy intro to ballet for kids — no confusing plot, no sitting through something slow. Just a story they already love, made magical.
Kara’s note: My daughter would have LOVED this in her princess era … and I bet we’d still love it now! Looks so beautiful.  This feels like one of those easy ‘yes’ nights—especially if you’ve been wanting to do something a little more special together.💛  See the preview:
Event Details
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Warner Theatre, Erie PA
Ages 2+
About 2 hours, with an intermission
Tickets: $68–$114
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This is one of those events where you don’t have to overthink it—pick seats, maybe grab dinner beforehand, and you’re set.
And if your kid is even a little into princesses or dress-up, this will feel like a big deal to them … and be a memory forever.