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Ballet Nacional de España
Country: Spain Brief History: Established in 1978, it specializes in Spanish dance, including classical ballet, flamenco, and folk dance.
Royal Ballet
Country: United Kingdom Brief History: Founded in 1931 by Ninette de Valois, is now one of the foremost ballet companies globally.
Stuttgart Ballet
Country: Germany Brief History: Gained fame in the 1960s under the directorship of John Cranko who fostered a new era of ballet with its dramatic and narrative works.
Royal Swedish Ballet
Country: Sweden Brief History: Founded in 1773, it is one of the oldest ballet companies in Europe and since its inception, it has been located at the Royal Swedish Opera.
Mariinsky Ballet
Country: Russia Brief History: Originated in the 18th century and became prominent in the 19th, known for classical ballet traditions.
Bolshoi Ballet
Country: Russia Brief History: Founded in 1776, the Bolshoi Ballet is one of the oldest and most prestigious companies in the world.
Joffrey Ballet
Country: United States Brief History: Founded in 1956 by Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino, it is known for its diverse repertoire and bold new ballets.
The Mikhailovsky Ballet
Country: Russia Brief History: Formed in 1933, it is one of Russia's leading ballet companies and known for both classical ballets and modern productions.
National Ballet of Japan
Country: Japan Brief History: Officially formed in 1997, the company is part of the New National Theatre Tokyo and focuses on traditional and 20th-century ballet.
Royal Winnipeg Ballet
Country: Canada Brief History: Founded in 1939 as the 'Winnipeg Ballet Club', it is the longest continuously operating ballet company in North America.
Paris Opera Ballet
Country: France Brief History: Established in 1669, it's the oldest national ballet company and has a strong link to classical ballet's history.
San Francisco Ballet
Country: United States Brief History: Established in 1933, it is one of the three largest ballet companies in the United States.
Universal Ballet
Country: South Korea Brief History: Founded in 1984, it is one of the leading ballet companies in Korea, recognized for its blend of traditional ballet and Korean culture.
Staatsballett Berlin
Country: Germany Brief History: Formed in 2004 by merging several Berlin ballet companies, it has become Germany's largest ballet company.
New York City Ballet
Country: United States Brief History: Founded in 1948 by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, it's known for its athletic and contemporary works.
Dutch National Ballet
Country: Netherlands Brief History: Established in 1961 and is known for a diverse repertoire that includes classical to contemporary works.
National Ballet of China
Country: China Brief History: Established in December of 1959, it combines Western ballet style with Chinese stories and traditions.
Scottish Ballet
Country: United Kingdom (Scotland) Brief History: Founded in 1969, it is Scotland's national dance company and is known for its strong emphasis on new work.
Hamburg Ballet
Country: Germany Brief History: Founded in 1973 and has since then been directed by American choreographer John Neumeier who is known for his modern ballets.
The National Ballet of Canada
Country: Canada Brief History: Founded by Celia Franca in 1951, it is the largest ballet company in Canada with a repertoire ranging from classical to contemporary.
Royal Danish Ballet
Country: Denmark Brief History: One of the oldest ballet companies, established in 1748, it has a rich tradition in the Bournonville technique and style.
Vienna State Ballet
Country: Austria Brief History: Also known as Wiener Staatsballett, the company was formally established in 2005 but has roots going back to the 17th century.
Boston Ballet
Country: United States Brief History: Established in 1963 by E. Virginia Williams and Sydney Leonard, it is renowned for its diverse repertoire and its ballet school.
Tokyo Ballet
Country: Japan Brief History: Formed in 1964, it is recognized internationally for its blend of classical and modern ballet.
American Ballet Theatre
Country: United States Brief History: Formed in 1937, ABT is recognized as one of the world's leading classical ballet companies.
La Scala Theatre Ballet
Country: Italy Brief History: Based at Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the company's history dates back to the creation of the theatre in 1778.
Birmingham Royal Ballet
Country: United Kingdom Brief History: Founded as the Sadler's Wells Theatre Ballet in 1946, it was formed to become the sister company to the earlier established Royal Ballet.
Australian Ballet
Country: Australia Brief History: Founded in 1962, it has become one of the leading ballet companies in the world.
Ballet Nacional de Cuba
Country: Cuba Brief History: Founded by Alicia Alonso in 1948, it is one of the most respected ballet companies in Latin America.
Bayerisches Staatsballett
Country: Germany Brief History: The Bavarian State Ballet, based in Munich, is a leading German company known for its classical and contemporary works.
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