2026 - 2027 Tour
UBC Asia Pacific Grand Prix
October 3-6, 2026
Grand Prix Finals
Iowa City, IA
May 26 - 30, 2027
premier ballet competition
Welcome to Universal Ballet Competition, the premier stage where aspiring dancers from across the globe elevate their artistry, showcase their talent, and connect with the dance world’s leading professionals. UBC is more than a competition, it’s a transformative experience designed to inspire, educate, and launch the next generation of ballet artists. With world-class adjudicators, unparalleled opportunities, and a commitment to excellence, UBC is the definitive platform for dancers to rise, shine, and take their place on the world stage.
Who we are
Founding members, Lissette Salgado and David Lucas, former principal dancers of the Joffrey Ballet and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, have illustrious careers. Their combined list of professional contacts allows them the privilege to recruit globally renowned dancers, company directors, and ballet school directors to judge, mentor, and teach the master classes during each UBC competition.
Since its first season, UBC has hosted and mentored countless dancers and awarded millions of dollars in scholarships.
UBCs mission with each class and competition is ultimately the growth of each dancer as an individual. UBC is more than a competition, it is a chance for dancers to reach their goals, and we look forward to having you be part of it.
