Editorial, History
Archives: Ballerina Regina Willoughby
Oct 3, 2026
For more than two decades, Regina Willoughby’s career unfolded on the stages of Columbia City Ballet, now South Carolina Ballet. Her repertoire ranged from…
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Columbia, News, Press Release
South Carolina Ballet Expands Live Orchestra to All Six Koger Center Performances of Nutcracker
Sep 23, 2026
Beginning December 12, every Columbia performance of William Starrett’s holiday classic will feature the SC Ballet Orchestra conducted by Scott Weiss. COLUMBIA, S.C. South…
Columbia, News, Press Release
A Festive Christmas Experience in Columbia: South Carolina Ballet’s Nutcracker Teas
Sep 1, 2026
Families searching for festive Christmas things to do in Columbia, South Carolina, can add a little extra magic to the season with South Carolina…
Columbia, News, Press Release
South Carolina Ballet Presents Its Étoile Awards to Jared Smith and Louise Burns
Aug 28, 2026
The Étoile Award is South Carolina Ballet’s highest honor and recognizes individuals whose service and philanthropy have played an important role in advancing the organization’s mission.
Editorial, History
From the Archives: Coppélia (1980)
Aug 7, 2026
In 1980, Columbia City Ballet, now South Carolina Ballet, presented Coppélia under the artistic direction of company founder Ann Brodie. Filmed at the Township…
Columbia, Press Release
South Carolina Ballet Announces Artistic Promotions Within the Company
Aug 5, 2026
Principal Dancer Claire Rapp has been promoted to the rank of Ballerina. CEO & Artistic Director William Starrett said he first contemplated the promotion…
Press Release
William Starrett Named 2026 Carolina Carillon Grand Marshal
Jul 22, 2026
South Carolina Ballet is proud to announce that our Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, William Starrett, has been selected by the Carolina Carillon…
Columbia, News, Press Release
South Carolina Ballet Announces 66th Performance Season
Jul 1, 2026
A dynamic season of classical works, original productions, and audience favorites
Columbia, Press Release
William Starrett Awarded the Order of the Palmetto During South Carolina Ballet’s 65th Anniversary Performance.
Mar 7, 2026
Columbia, South Carolina — William Starrett, CEO and Artistic Director of South Carolina Ballet, has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s…
News, Press Release
William Starrett Named to Free Times Empowerment List
Dec 17, 2025
South Carolina Ballet Artistic Director and CEO William Starrett has been named to the Free Times 2025 Empowerment List, recognizing the people who continue…
Columbia, Press Release
South Carolina Ballet Brings A Midsummer Night’s Dream to the Koger Center
Dec 16, 2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The comical, twisted love triangle set amongst a magical fairy kingdom is making its way back to the Koger Center Stage…
Columbia, Press Release
South Carolina Ballet Recognized Among America’s Leading Professional Ballet Companies
Aug 5, 2025
South Carolina Ballet has once again been recognized as one of the nation’s leading professional ballet companies, earning a ranking of #69 in the…
