Pointeworks isn’t just a summer dance company — it’s a bold, artist-led initiative bringing exceptional ballet experiences to San Diego audiences through original work, nationally acclaimed dancers, and a process that invites the community into the heart of creation.

While cities like New York and San Francisco enjoy a steady presence of top-tier ballet, San Diego audiences have fewer opportunities to experience high-caliber performances and new work. Pointeworks fills that gap.

Each summer, we bring together:

National-level dancers from companies like New York City Ballet, Texas Ballet Theater, Dance Theater of Harlem, and Royal New Zealand Ballet

Female-identifying choreographers and composers leading the creation of new work

World premieres crafted and staged right here in San Diego

These aren’t touring shows. This is original ballet — created in your city, for your city.

This is world-class work — built in San Diego from the ground up.

Our dancers and choreographers don’t just arrive to perform — they spend weeks rehearsing, experimenting, and collaborating locally to bring new creations to life.

And we invite you in.

Through:

Open rehearsals, Behind-the-scenes content, Artist Q&As, and post-show talkbacks

San Diego audiences get a rare chance to:

Witness how professional ballet is made

Meet the artists behind the work

Engage with the process, not just the product

We believe that art is stronger when it’s shared — and Pointeworks performances are just the final chapter of a much bigger story.

In June 2026, Pointeworks deepened its presence in Southern California with two powerful performances:

Over 400 attendees joined us at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center in La Jolla

Our Irvine performance welcomed more than 500 guests, including 167 complimentary tickets distributed to students, veterans, and first responders as part of our ongoing commitment to accessibility

In addition to performances, our Open Rehearsal Series drew over 100 audience members, offering a behind-the-scenes look into the creative process and building deeper appreciation for the work being created.

These events reinforced Pointeworks’ role as a vital cultural presence in the region, committed to access, education, and audience connection.

We’re here to elevate the dance experience in San Diego — to give audiences a meaningful, intimate connection to nationally recognized artists and entirely new creations.

Pointeworks isn’t replicating what already exists — we’re building a cultural home for ballet that reflects the talent and potential of this region.

“That performance was so beautiful — it’s almost beyond words. You’ve created a unique approach with female choreographers, composers, and designers — and it all came together.”
— Dory Beatrice, San Diego

“The performance was magical... the intimacy of the setting, hearing the dancers breathe, the chemistry — a stunning display of what it means to be human.”
— Anonymous audience member

“Every piece showcased such talent and progressive art. Well done!”
— Mary Schmitz, returning attendee

“A very impressive dance group. Congratulations!”
— Vivien Ressler

“The dancers were fluid, muscular, acrobatic at times, and graceful beyond compare... an unforgettable evening.”
— Ken Kobayashi

“One of the best ballet performances I’ve seen in San Diego.”
— Jill Bruzga

“I really saw the music in the choreography... it was so well executed by the dancers. I love that the company commissions so many female choreographers — that is refreshing to see.”
— Laura Rutledge

“Sensational in every aspect — dancing, choreography, music, costumes... utterly captivating. Bravo Pointeworks!”
— Alexandra Newton, La Jolla