United European Ballet’s Swan Lake at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre — Nov. 20, 2026

Shea’s Buffalo Theatre will host a single performance of Swan Lake by The United European Ballet Company on Friday, November 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., producers announced in a July 20 press release.

What to expect

Produced and promoted by Classical Arts Entertainment, this full-length production presents the classic Tchaikovsky score with Broadway-style staging, hand-painted scenic design and European-made costumes. The touring ensemble is described as an international company of European-trained artists; the release notes the cast includes leading dancers from Ukraine.

Tickets and discounts

Tickets go on sale Friday, July 24 at 10:00 a.m. and will be available online at the Shea’s website and at the Shea’s Box Office at 650 Main Street in downtown Buffalo. The venue is offering a 10% box-office discount for seniors, veterans and students with valid ID. Group pricing and other ticketing details are available through Shea’s (see source link below).

Season context and outreach

The presentation is part of Classical Arts Entertainment’s 2026–2027 touring season, which also includes productions such as The Nutcracker, Cinderella and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The company said it supports an educational initiative, I Love to Dance, aimed at connecting young dancers and local schools with professional artists.

This article is based on a Shea’s/ Classical Arts Entertainment press release; see the venue’s performance page for ticketing and accessibility details.

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