Serving Up Surprises for New Ballet and Orchestra Audiences
Fearlessly reinvigorating their artforms, both resident companies continue to attract new audiences by diving into fresh, groundbreaking programming.
Resident Companies
As part of its mission to embrace the community and support artistic excellence, The Smith Center is the proud performance home of two professional resident companies – Nevada Ballet Theatre and the Las Vegas Philharmonic.
Nevada Ballet Theatre
Beginning with its first performance over 50 years ago, Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) continues to bring the Las Vegas community closer to the art form of dance. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit performing arts organization and the largest professional ballet company and affiliated dance school in the state, NBT has enriched the lives of the people of Las Vegas through professional company productions, an affiliated School offering the highest level of dance training, and Community Education programs that reach 20,000 students a year through life-changing initiatives. Dedicated to its mission of sharing the art form of dance with all while providing local youth with free access to the arts, NBT stands as one of the city’s most beloved community treasures. In May 2012, NBT enjoyed its debut as Resident Ballet Company of The Smith Center, representing a significant step forward in the life of the organization and a timeless gift to the those who have sustained and supported it. Now in its 54th Season, the Company continues to seek new audiences and cultivate its national identity through a diverse repertoire. As it draws on its past, utilizes its present and plans for its future, NBT looks forward to joining hands with the Las Vegas community in creating a cultural legacy for the next half century and beyond.
Nevada Ballet Theatre at The Smith Center
Nevada Ballet Theatre in Ben Stevenson's Swan Lake. Photo by Virginia Trudeau.
Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) in Septime Webre’s Alice in Wonderland featuring NBT Company Artists and students from School of Nevada Ballet Theatre. Photo by Virginia Trudeau.
Las Vegas Philharmonic
OUR MISSION:
Music. Culture. Education.
Our mission is to inspire a lifelong appreciation of music through performances and educational experiences for our community that enhance the lives of our residents and the culture of our city.
Education and Outreach
The Las Vegas Philharmonic began its 26th season in October 2024, under the direction of Artistic Consultant and internationally acclaimed Conductor Leonard Slatkin. With the mission to inspire a lifelong appreciation of music through performances and educational experiences for the Las Vegas community, The Las Vegas Philharmonic enhances the lives of residents and culture of the city through impactful and enlivening performances and events. At the orchestra’s core, 76 professional musicians bring depth and variety to the organization. Each season of concerts and performances showcases local talents alongside incredible nationally and internationally recognized guest artists on the magnificent Reynolds Hall stage.
Through music education, The Youth Concert Series, and community engagement programs, The Las Vegas Philharmonic’s commitment to Las Vegas extends from the concert hall to the classroom and beyond. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the Philharmonic’s community, education, and artistic programs are made possible by the generous donations and support of individuals and corporations.
To learn more, visit lvphil.org or call 702.258.5438. Follow the Las Vegas Philharmonic on facebook.com/lasvegasphilharmonic, and X ( formerly Twitter) and Instagram @lvphil.
Concerts & Artists
Our season of concerts showcases local talents alongside stellar nationally and internationally known guest artists on the magnificent Reynolds Hall stage. At the orchestra’s core are 76 contracted professional musicians, many of whom are esteemed educators who also perform in other professional productions in Las Vegas, bringing depth and variety to the organization.
In the 2020-21 season, the Philharmonic launched its Arts & Impact Residency, utilizing performance and partnership to create change through collaboration with world-class cellist and TED Fellow, Joshua Roman. With these additions, the Philharmonic musicians in traditional and reimagined approaches will deliver the music and artistry that has become a vital part of Southern Nevada’s cultural community.
As a 501(c)(3) organization, the Philharmonic’s community, education and artistic programs are made possible by the generous donations and support of individuals and corporations. To join us in our mission or learn more, visit lvphil.org or call 702.258.5438.
Las Vegas Philharmonic at The Smith Center
