Cape Town City Ballet

Dr. Howes was adamant that this dance company would give opportunity to talented individuals, irrespective of race or color.

The Company was involved in the founding of Maynardville Open-Air Theatre on 1 December 1950, with its opening performance of Les Sylphides.

In 1997 the company became Cape Town City Ballet, a non-profit organization under the leadership of Elizabeth Triegaardt.

Afterwards, former principal ballerina, Tracy Li filled the position of Acting Executive Director from April to September 2018.

These have included the following dancers: Cape Town City Ballet mainly performs versions of traditional classics reworked by resident choreographer, Veronica Paeper.