| title | choreographer | composer | company | venue or presentation | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince of the Pagodas | John Cranko | Benjamin Britten | The Royal Ballet | Royal Opera House | January 1 |
| Square Dance | George Balanchine | Antonio Vivaldi | New York City Ballet | New York City Center | November 21 |
| Agon | George Balanchine | Igor Stravinsky | New York City Ballet | New York City Center | December 1 |
| Preceded by 1956 | 1957 ballet premieres | Succeeded by 1958 |