Mergaliyev Classical Ballet is a ballet company founded in 2023 and registered as Mergaliyev Classical Ballet Ltd. The company presents full-length classical ballets and gala performances. Its dancers come from different countries and bring varied backgrounds, training, and styles to the company.
The artistic director is Yassaui Mergaliyev, who has guest danced with companies in multiple countries. He was the first Kazakh dancer to receive the gold medal at the Varna Ballet Competition and has been awarded government prizes for his contributions to the arts. Sophie Mergaliyev serves as company manager and repetiteur. She trained at Elmhurst Ballet School and has performed with Royal Swedish Ballet and Croatian National Ballet.
The company’s repertoire includes Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and International Star Gala. Productions may be performed with live orchestra or recorded music. The company tours internationally, with its 2026/2027 season scheduled to visit Finland, Belgium, France, and the UK between October 2026 and March 2027.