# Top 50 Performing Arts companies in the United States

Tamtam tracks 111 Performing Arts companies headquartered in the United States. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by My house and home, Metropolitan Opera and Fred Astaire Dance Studio. Their median headcount is 358. Half of them were founded in 1964 or later. The most common headquarters are New York (10), Chicago (4) and Los Angeles (4).

These performing arts companies in the United States include large institutions and well-known organizations. They operate across various disciplines, from opera and orchestral music to dance instruction and theatrical productions. Many of these firms have long histories, with several founded in the early to mid-20th century, indicating established presences in the cultural landscape.

Among them are the Metropolitan Opera, a hub for diverse operatic talent, and the LA Phil, a premier music organization. Fred Astaire Dance Studio offers dance instruction worldwide, while The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents a variety of performances. A notable pattern is the concentration of these larger performing arts organizations in major cultural centers across the US.

🇺🇸 United States · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [My house and home](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/my-house-and-home) (ianmcnicholl.com)<br>A home-oriented company in Seattle, Washington, providing various services related to houses and home improvement | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Seattle | 3,167 | 1963 |
| 2 | [Metropolitan Opera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/metropolitan-opera) (metopera.org)<br>A hub for diverse and creative talent in opera, including singers, conductors, musicians, designers, and choreographers from around the world | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 1,294 | 1883 |
| 3 | [Fred Astaire Dance Studio](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fred-astaire-dance-studio) (fredastaire.com)<br>A legendary dance studio chain offering instruction in Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Salsa dances for all ages and abilities worldwide | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Enfield | 726 | 1947 |
| 4 | [LA Phil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-phil) (laphil.com)<br>A premier music organization in LA showcasing diverse genres at iconic venues, enriching lives through music, education, and community programs | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Los Angeles | 679 | 1919 |
| 5 | [AMDA College of the Performing Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amda-college-of-the-performing-arts) (amda.edu)<br>A leading institution in performing arts education, offering BFA and Conservatory Programs in New York and Los Angeles with flexible academic pathways for student success | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 640 | 1964 |
| 6 | [The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-john-f-kennedy-center-for-the-performing-arts) (kennedy-center.org)<br>A prominent performing arts center in Washington DC presenting a variety of theater, music, dance, and multimedia performances for all ages | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Washington | 631 | 1971 |
| 7 | [The Public Theater](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-public-theater) (publictheater.org)<br>A groundbreaking nonprofit theater producing diverse programming, including Shakespeare in the Park, new works, and the Tony-winning musical Hamilton | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 535 | 1957 |
| 8 | [Lyric Opera of Chicago](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lyric-opera-of-chicago) (lyricopera.org)<br>A world-renowned opera organization known for its artistic excellence, financial strength, high ticket sales, and operating in the black consistently | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Chicago | 524 | 1954 |
| 9 | [Actor \| Freelance](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/actor-freelance) (linkedin.com)<br>A professional actor offering services on a freelance basis for various projects Bringing creativity and talent to the entertainment industry | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Oak Ridge | 515 |  |
| 10 | [Boston Symphony Orchestra](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/boston-symphony-orchestra) (bso.org)<br>The company is a prestigious orchestra that performs concerts in Boston and at Tanglewood, reaching millions of listeners through various platforms | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Boston | 497 |  |
| 11 | [Starlight](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/starlight) (kcstarlight.com)<br>The company connects the community through live arts experiences that entertain, inspire, and engage, striving to be accessible for all generations | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Kansas City | 496 | 1950 |
| 12 | [The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-philadelphia-orchestra-and-ensemble-arts) (ensembleartsphilly.org)<br>A nonprofit performing arts organization that hosts diverse events, supports education programs, and fosters a creative, inclusive community | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Philadelphia | 489 | 2001 |
| 13 | [San Francisco Opera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/san-francisco-opera) (sfopera.com)<br>A historic opera company in San Francisco, known for world-class performances, artist debuts, innovative technology, and community events | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 San Francisco | 461 | 1923 |
| 14 | [Broadway Dance Center](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/broadway-dance-center) (broadwaydancecenter.com)<br>A renowned dance education center in NYC offering diverse dance disciplines with experienced faculty in state-of-the-art studios since 1984 | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 458 | 1984 |
| 15 | [Chicago Symphony Orchestra](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chicago-symphony-orchestra) (cso.org)<br>Renowned orchestra founded in 1891, performing over a hundred concerts annually with top musicians, conductors, and guest artists worldwide | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Chicago | 435 | 1891 |
| 16 | [New York City Ballet](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/new-york-city-ballet) (nycballet.com)<br>A prestigious dance company in NYC founded by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, known for its athletic and contemporary style | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 420 | 1948 |
| 17 | [Brooklyn Academy of Music](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brooklyn-academy-of-music) (bam.org)<br>A multi-arts center in Brooklyn, NY showcasing diverse programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and more for global and local communities | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Brooklyn | 414 | 1861 |
| 18 | [The Music Center](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-music-center) (musiccenter.org)<br>A non-profit performing arts organization in Los Angeles County that specializes in year-round programming, world-class dance, public concerts, arts education, and managing theatres and public spaces | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Los Angeles | 413 | 1964 |
| 19 | [AILEY](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ailey) (ailey.org)<br>The organization provides dance performances, training, and community programs that celebrate African American heritage and inspire unity among diverse cultures | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 396 | 1958 |
| 20 | [Roundabout Theatre Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/roundabout-theatre-company) (roundabouttheatre.org)<br>A not-for-profit theatre company in New York producing revivals and premieres, supporting new playwrights, and providing educational initiatives for students and teachers | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 369 |  |
| 21 | [Denver Center for the Performing Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/denver-center-for-the-performing-arts) (denvercenter.org)<br>This company offers a variety of Broadway shows, plays, theater classes, and tours at their dazzling venues in Colorado and beyond | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Denver | 369 | 1972 |
| 22 | [New Jersey Performing Arts Center](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/new-jersey-performing-arts-center) (njpac.org)<br>A world-class performing arts center in Downtown Newark hosting diverse events and engaging in arts education initiatives for children | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Newark | 365 | 1988 |
| 23 | [Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wolf-trap-foundation-for-the-performing-arts) (wolftrap.org)<br>This organization hosts diverse performing arts events, offers educational programs, and strives to make the arts accessible and affordable to all | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Vienna | 363 | 1966 |
| 24 | [San Francisco Symphony](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/san-francisco-symphony) (sfsymphony.org)<br>An innovative arts institution offering creative performances, exceptional education programs, and groundbreaking collaborations in classical music under visionary artistic leadership | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 San Francisco | 361 | 1911 |
| 25 | [Oregon Shakespeare Festival](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/oregon-shakespeare-festival) (osfashland.org)<br>A nationally acclaimed theater company in Ashland, Oregon, presenting a variety of plays with the largest resident acting company in America | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Ashland | 358 | 1935 |
| 26 | [Boston Ballet](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/boston-ballet) (bostonballet.org)<br>A leading ballet institution offering acclaimed performances, dance education, and community programs, with a diverse repertoire and a focus on excellence and accessibility | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Boston | 348 | 1963 |
| 27 | [Segerstrom Center for the Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/segerstrom-center-for-the-arts) (scfta.org)<br>A respected arts institution in Orange County offering diverse live performances, arts education, community engagement programs, and partnering with renowned organizations | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Costa Mesa | 340 | 1986 |
| 28 | [AUCUN MERITE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aucun-merite) (aucunmerite.be)<br>A performing arts company located in Forest, Belgium, specializing in live performances and entertainment | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Forest | 332 |  |
| 29 | [Houston Grand Opera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/houston-grand-opera) (houstongrandopera.org)<br>Innovative opera company commissioning new works, producing world-class performances, and enriching communities through diverse programs, events, and education projects | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Houston | 324 | 1955 |
| 30 | [Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dr-phillips-center-for-the-performing-arts) (drphillipscenter.org)<br>A non-profit performing arts center in Downtown Orlando, offering a variety of performances, educational programs, group tickets, premium hospitality, sponsorships, and events | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Orlando | 323 | 2003 |
| 31 | [LUCKY STAR CASINO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lucky-star-casino) (luckystarcasino.org)<br>A chain of casinos in Oklahoma, including locations in Concho, Clinton, Canton, Watonga, and Hammon Gaming and entertainment options available | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Concho | 320 |  |
| 32 | [Guthrie Theater](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/guthrie-theater) (guthrietheater.org)<br>Theater dedicated to producing classic plays, developing contemporary playwrights, and nurturing the next generation of theater artists under artistic leadership | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 319 | 1963 |
| 33 | [LA Opera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-opera) (laopera.org)<br>An artistic innovator celebrating opera's historical legacy, diversity, and pioneering spirit in Los Angeles through world-class performances and community outreach programs | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Los Angeles | 319 | 1986 |
| 34 | [Straz Center for the Performing Arts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/straz-center-for-the-performing-arts) (strazcenter.org)<br>The company is a multifaceted performing arts center serving as a presenter, producer, educator, community partner, and economic engine in the Tampa Bay area | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Tampa | 315 | 1987 |
| 35 | [Playhouse Square](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/playhouse-square) (playhousesquare.org)<br>A not-for-profit performing arts center that showcases diverse performances, promotes arts education, and enhances economic vitality of the region | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Cleveland | 314 | 1973 |
| 36 | [Alliance Theatre](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alliance-theatre) (alliancetheatre.org)<br>A leading theatre in the Southeast producing diverse programming, nurturing playwrights, and engaging over 200,000 patrons annually through innovative productions and education | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Atlanta | 311 | 1968 |
| 37 | [New York Philharmonic](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/new-york-philharmonic) (nyphil.org)<br>Leader in classical music, connecting with global audiences through live concerts, broadcasts, recordings, and education programs, while promoting cultural conversations and community engagement | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 309 | 1842 |
| 38 | [Woodruff Arts Center](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/woodruff-arts-center) (woodruffcenter.org)<br>The Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, GA is a leading arts complex with theater, music, and art exhibitions, offering extensive educational programming | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Atlanta | 307 | 1965 |
| 39 | [Center Theatre Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/center-theatre-group) (ctgla.queue-it.net)<br>A leading not-for-profit theatre company in Los Angeles, producing a broad range of theatrical entertainment, new works, and community engagement programs since 1967 | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Los Angeles | 272 | 1967 |
| 40 | [Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/adrienne-arsht-center-for-the-performing-arts-of-miami-dade-county) (arshtcenter.org)<br>This company organizes cultural events in Greater Miami-Dade, providing enlightening, educational, and entertaining experiences for the community | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Miami | 249 | 2006 |
| 41 | [The Joffrey Ballet](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-joffrey-ballet) (joffrey.org)<br>A Chicago-based ballet company and dance education organization, The Joffrey Ballet showcases diverse repertoire, artistic excellence, and innovative performances | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Chicago | 240 | 1956 |
| 42 | [Dance Teacher](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dance-teacher)<br>This Performing Arts company in Orlando, Florida provides dance teaching services at their location on Gaston Foster Rd | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Orlando | 240 |  |
| 43 | [Steppenwolf Theatre Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/steppenwolf-theatre-company) (steppenwolf.org)<br>A Chicago-based performing arts institution focused on ensemble collaboration, artistic risk, and developing talented artists in acting, directing, playwriting, and filmmaking | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Chicago | 225 | 1974 |
| 44 | [Theatre Communications Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-communications-group) (tcg.org)<br>Promoting and supporting nonprofit theatre through membership, advocacy, grantmaking, publications, professional development, and research to strengthen the theatre community nationwide | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 219 | 1961 |
| 45 | [Ballet West](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ballet-west) (balletwest.org)<br>Established in Salt Lake City in 1963, Ballet West has a rich history of classical and contemporary ballet productions, nurturing talented artists and pushing the boundaries of dance | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Salt Lake City | 209 | 1963 |
| 46 | [Dance Place](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dance-place) (danceplace.org)<br>Established in 1980, this organization fosters a community of dance artists, audiences, and students through performances, training, and educational programs in Washington, DC | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Washington | 202 | 1980 |
| 47 | [Utah Symphony \| Utah Opera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/utah-symphony-utah-opera) (usuo.org)<br>A prominent presence in American music scene with distinctive performances and recordings, offering opera and symphony concerts, education programs, and tours | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Salt Lake City | 199 | 2002 |
| 48 | [Pacific Symphony](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pacific-symphony) (pacificsymphony.org)<br>A leading orchestra with a renowned music director, offering exceptional performances, educational programs, and community engagement in Orange County and beyond | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Irvine | 196 | 1979 |
| 49 | [Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indianapolis-symphony-orchestra) (indianapolissymphony.org)<br>The organization presents innovative symphonic music programs at a high artistic level, performing hundreds of concerts annually in various communities | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 Indianapolis | 193 | 1930 |
| 50 | [Lincoln Center Theater](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lincoln-center-theater) (lct.org)<br>A renowned nonprofit theater in New York, producing shows at various theaters, promoting emerging artists, offering education programs, and publishing a literary magazine | Performing Arts | 🇺🇸 New York | 186 | 1985 |

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