1961Columbia City Ballet is foundedColumbia City Ballet is founded by a group of citizens led by Ann Brodie and gives its first performance.
- First Nutcracker1966
The company presents its first full-length Nutcracker.
- 1977William Starrett first appeared as a Guest Artist in 1977 - A Midsummer Night's Dream
- William Starrett becomes Aristic Director & Executive Director1999
With William Starrett as Artistic Director, Columbia City Ballet moves its headquarters to the Columbia Conservatory of Dance on Main Street in Columbia.
2023Rebranded as South Carolina Balletfter extensive touring and growing statewide recognition, the Board of Directors rebrands Columbia City Ballet as South Carolina Ballet to better reflect its reach and identity as a statewide cultural ambassador.