South Carolina Ballet: A Midsummer Night's Dream

The EMMA Concert Series presents the South Carolina Ballet in A Midsummer Night's Dream on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Founded in 1961 as Columbia City Ballet, the South Carolina Ballet evolved from a small, civic ballet troupe to a professional company under the direction of Artistic Director, William Starrett. The company is known for creating popular ballets, such as Off the Wall & Onto the Stage: Dancing the Art of Jonathan Green. They now tour extensively with regular appearances elsewhere in South Carolina, as well as North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia, and at least 10 other states. Since so many cities in the country are named Columbia, the organization changed its name to South Carolina Ballet to avoid any confusion.

In January of 2026, the South Carolina Ballet brings the enchanting world of A Midsummer Night's Dream to the St. Augustine stage, in celebration of the 200th anniversary of Mendelssohn's score. 

Admission: Tickets are $49.39 per person with all fees included.

When: Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Where: Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084

Parking: Free parking will be available at the St. Johns County Council on Aging, 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine. A free shuttle service takes concert attendees to and from the parking lot. Free parking will not be available at Flagler College's Lewis Auditorium.

About Emma Concert Association: The association was named to honor Emil Maestre, a Spanish cellist who retired to St. Augustine. Founded in 1979, by several music lovers, EMMA's mission is to provide "quality music and dance performances at modest ticket prices." This nonprofit volunteer organization strives to present music and dance performances at an affordable price. In addition, EMMA provides funds, equipment, and instruments to various school programs in St. Johns County.