Ballet in Stuttgart has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. With over 70 dancers from more than 20 nations and invitations to perform all over the world, it is impossible to imagine the international ballet stage without Stuttgart's company. The wide-ranging repertoire delights both lovers of classical ballet and fans of contemporary dance. The number of world premieres and renowned choreographers who have created new pieces in Stuttgart is unique in the world. A new era began in 1961 with the appointment of choreographer John Cranko as ballet director. With three legendary new creations - Romeo and Juliet, Onegin and The Taming of the Shrew - Cranko became a brilliant innovator of the narrative ballet genre. Tamas Detrich has been the artistic director of the Stuttgart Ballet since 2018. To date, he has commissioned over 35 world premieres and led the company on international tours to Japan, China, and the United States.