Now a thrilling staple of the Tampa Bay area dance season, the critically-acclaimed YAGP Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala returns on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa, FL.
The Gala evening features emerging dance talent – the stars of tomorrow – alongside major international ballet stars of today, giving audiences the opportunity to see the classical tradition and the exciting future of dance in one spectacular performance.
As with every YAGP Gala, the cast includes YAGP Alumni who have gone on to successful professional careers in the leading dance companies around the world including American Ballet Theatre, Joffrey Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, and more.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our generous sponsors, Tampa Bay, for their incredible support. Their sponsorship of the YAGP 2026 Gala — Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow in Tampa makes this special evening possible. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to celebrating young talent, inspiring future stars, and supporting the arts in our community.
