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Getting ready to strike up the band
by Author Name 5:09pm January 27 2012
“BALLET AND THE BAND” WITH THE WEST POINT CONCERT BAND
Ballet and band music, what a combination! NJ Ballet’s annual performance in Prudential Hall on March 17 at 7PM, will feature the West Point Concert Band and a program including :Jerome Robbins' Interplay, Edward Villella’s Prelude, Fugue and Riffs; and a new ballet by Pedro Ruiz. The program represents the first ever ballet-band collaboration
... Read More.February 25 program announced
by Author Name 4:55pm January 27 2012
Two Premieres and Popular Pas de Deux at MPAC
Following the enthusiastic reception for his Tamoia last spring, Humberto Teixeira comes back with Retorno,which will present NJ Ballet’s Junior Company in featured roles alongside four of NJB’s professional artists. The other premiere is Suite for Six by David Tamaki, former principal dancer with New Jersey Ballet. David has considerable experience creating works for st
... Read More.VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE DANCE COMPANY
by Author Name 8:19pm December 14 2011
Show us we're still your favorite dance company. For two years, we've been voted New Jersey's Favorite Dance Company by you ... our loyal fans ... and we are very grateful. The online polls are open again. Please visit jerseyarts.com and vote today.
Read More.Well-traveled Nutcracker sets out for annual statewide tour
by Author Name 6:52pm November 30 2011
'Tis the season when we can say "from Bergen to Cape May" and literally mean it for just one production: New Jersey's favorite Nutcracker. We open December 3 and 4 in Englewood http://www.bergenpac.org , then move to Cape May Court House for two shows on December 11 http://www.middlepac.com and thence to Morristown http://www.mayoarts.org for eleven performances with full orchestra December 16 through 26.
The production features splendid dancing
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NJB starts the season with a Latin Beat
by Author Name 6:28pm October 13 2011
On October 29 at the Sitnik Theatre, Centenary College, Hackettstown, this celebration of Latin cultures will pulse with the rhythms of Mexico, Africa, Cuba and Brazil. The program features Suite Huasteca, a vivid portrait of sun-drenched Mexico; Tamoia, a journey into the heart of the Amazon rainforest; Guajira, a loving memoire of life in the Cuban countryside and Para Dois, a pas de deux inspired by the lively street life of Rio. Viva Ballet
... Read More.NJ Ballet Guild Presents "Warm Hues of Autumn" - 2nd Annual Fall Fundraiser
by Author Name 9:24pm September 21 2011
New Jersey Ballet Guild is hosting its Second Annual Fall Fashion Fundraiser benefitting New Jersey Ballet Company on Sunday, October 2 at the Grand Summit Hotel in Summit. This is the Guild’s major fundraising event of the year. The Guild’s effort helps New Jersey Ballet provide quality programming for all New Jerseyans-- from Bergen County to Cape May County.
For more info, please click on the links below.
http://www.n
... Read More.Creating chemistry on stage
by Author Name 7:41pm August 04 2011
New Jersey Ballet's Ana and Junio Teixeira are featured in this interview in Dance Informa, the digital dance magazine. To see the complete story click here
Read More.Dancer David Tamaki teaching in South Africa
by Author Name 3:56pm July 01 2011
Sitting on the sidelines is not for NJ Ballet principal David Tamaki. David injured his knee in 2009, putting a temporary halt to his performing career. As he began the long, slow road to recovery, he decided to use the time to go to college. With a generous grant from Career Transition for Dancers, he enrolled in the LEAP (Liberal Education for Arts Professionals) program at Saint Mary’s College of California, which offers a Bachelor of Ar
... Read More.Another season comes to a close...
by Author Name 8:16pm May 27 2011
Before we go, here are some excerpts from Robert Johnson’s Star-Ledger review of NEW Ballet with a Latin Beat:
Another season has ended for New Jersey Ballet, but not without a stimulating farewell.
The troupe revived its frolicsome "Ballet with a Latin Beat" program on May 21 at the Community Theatre in Morristown. This time, New Jersey Ballet added two new works by emerging choreographers to the mixed bill centered around Pedro R
... Read More.Two world premieres in NEW Ballet with a Latin Beat - May 21 8:00PM
by Author Name 8:03pm May 13 2011
This fresh new celebration of Latino culture features works representing Mexico, Brazil and Cuba, including two premieres, Suite Huasteca and Tamoia, and the return of two great audience-pleasers -- Guajira and Para Dois.
Suite Husateca, an ambitious work by Mexican-American David Fernandez, will feature live music by the Cesar Chavez Quartet and composer Jesus Echevarria, plus striking projected backdrops by Mexican artist Gabriela Rosado Ri
... Read More.Sleeping Beauty - 2 Performances Sunday May 22 at 1:30pm & 4pm
by Author Name 7:43pm May 13 2011
The quintessential classical ballet, Sleeping Beauty delivers high drama, tender romance, and glorious Tchaikovsky music which have made it a favorite with adults and children for more than a hundred years. The ballet is filled with familiar characters including Princess Aurora, the Handsome Prince, the King and Queen and their splendid Royal Court, as well as characters from the fairy realm: the Lilac Fairy, the wicked Carabosse
... Read More.Swans, Satyrs and Sleeping Beauty coming to UCPAC and bergenPAC
by Author Name 4:19pm April 25 2011
Saturday night audiences will get to see both White Swan and Black Swan when the company performs Swan Lake Act II and other classics. The evening also includes Walpurgisnacht, the bacchanale from Faust, in which dancers in the roles of nymphs and satyrs, show off spectacular jumps and lifts as they cavort playfully at the gates of Hades.
On Sunday, it’s Sleeping Beauty, the eternally-popular fairy tale ballet, performed with New J
... Read More.Full length Giselle coming to Sussex CCC
by Author Name 5:05pm March 21 2011
Giselle has been enchanting audiences worldwide since 1844 with her timeless tale of love that redeems a faithless suitor and conquers even death. NJ Ballet brings this full length classical ballet to Sussex County Community College, Newton, on Saturday, April 9, at 2:00 and 7:30PM. Info and tickets at www.sussex.edu.
... Read More.Cinderella returns to Morristown April 17
by Author Name 4:32pm March 21 2011
One of the world’s favorite fairy tales is coming to The Community Theatre at Mayo Center on Sunday, April 17. This is New Jersey Ballet’s annual Morristown performance of the beloved children’s ballet presented with original “storyteller” narration so even the littlest theater-goers can keep up with the story. The show begins at 3:00PM. Tickets, $12 and $15, can be ordered at the Box Office www.mayoarts.org or
... Read More.52nd Anniversary Performance set for March 12 at NJPAC
by Author Name 5:44pm March 04 2011
Don't miss NJ Ballet's exciting visit to NJPAC. The program features the premiere of Bettijane Sills' Masquerade, a glorious swirl of tulle and playful mystery, plus many audience favorites. Join hosts Kristine Johnson, CBS2 News Co-Anchor and John Elliott, CBS2 News Meterologist, for an unforgettable event. Tickets are $60 to $30. Call 1-888-GO-NJPAC or order online www.njpac.org.
Read More.We won the People's Choice -- again.
by Author Name 5:37pm February 01 2011
We are thrilled to win your vote as New Jersey's Favorite Dance Company. Thank you for your support.
Read More.Premiere and Audience Favorites at the Community Theater at the Mayo Center
by Author Name 6:08pm January 21 2011
New Jersey Ballet’s Salute to Opera
An exciting evening of ballet works created for or inspired by famous operas including Turandot, Faust, La Giaconda and others. All the passion, romance and drama of grand opera distilled in dance.
The Community Theatre
Mayo Center for the Performing Arts
100 South Street, Morristown
Tickets: $42, $32, $22
973-539-8008 www.mayoarts.org
... Read More.Swan Lake Act 2 and Repertory Selections at Wilkins Theater at Kean University
by Author Name 6:05pm January 21 2011
Major Revival! Swan Lake Act II
An icon of classical ballet, this is what people think of when they hear “ballet.” An enchanted princess trapped in a swan’s body, a lovelorn prince, a flock of graceful swans and an evil magician.
Wilkins Theatre, Kean University
1000 Morris Avenue, Union
Tickets: $30, students/seniors $20
908-737-SHOW (7469) www.keanstage.com
... Read More.New Jersey's Favorite Dance Company
by Author Name 7:01pm January 07 2011
Help us keep this coveted title. Vote for New Jersey Ballet in Jersey Arts Marketers' Peoples Choice Awards. Go to http://jerseyarts.com/peopleschoice and mark your ballot right online! Vote at work. Vote from home. Tell your friends to vote, too, Thank you for your support.
Read More.Nutcracker in Morristown selling out!
by Author Name 8:29pm December 01 2010
Tickets are moving fast. Saturday and Sunday (Dec. 18 & 19) matinees are practically sold out, and the evenings have only limited seating left. This is the big 40th anniversary celebration with a cast of nearly 100 and full orchestra. Good seats are still available Wednesday, Dec. 22 and Thursday, Dec. 23 at 7:30PM and Sunday, Dec. 26 at 6:00PM. Seats start at $19. Order now. Call 973-539-8008 or go online to www.mayoarts.org.
... Read More.Cinderella rides into Rahway in a brand new Coach
by Author Name 5:15pm November 03 2010
Here comes Cinderella in a brand new Coach. One of the ballet company’s most popular productions for Kids & FamiliesSM, Cinderella is a two-act romp through the well-known fairy tale with wickedly funny stepsisters and a clock where the hours come to life. Watch the pumpkin turn into a coach before your very eyes!
New Jersey Ballet’s productions for Kids & FamiliesSM are accompanied by NJB’s hallmark “storyteller&
... Read More.Ballet Stars to shine in Varna
by Author Name 2:21pm July 27 2010
Three of New Jersey’s top dancers will perform at the prestigious International Ballet Competition this month in Varna, Bulgaria. Former Varna medalist Vladimir Roje will take the stage for the July 29 Super Gala Concert, “Meeting of Generations,” in which he and his NJBpartner, Mari Sugawa, will dance Grand Pas Classique.
Albert Davydov will perform during the competition itself, partnering young Veronika Ver
... Read More.Ghostly doings at Centenary College October 30
by Author Name 7:53pm June 11 2010
Don’t miss this “Ghosts of Ballet” program featuring dramatic tales of lost loves and spooky goings-on Saturday, October 30, 8:00 PM at Centenary College’s new Lackland Theatre.
“Ghosts of Ballet” highlights include Act II of Giselle, one of the great classics of all time, and the New Jersey premiere of The Raven, a dramatic re-telling of Edgar Allan Poe’s poem about love and loss by New
... Read More.NJB to celebrate 40th Anniversary of Nutcracker at The Community Theatre, Morristown
by Author Name 5:50pm May 28 2010
New Jersey Ballet will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its production of Nutcracker this December at The Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Performing Arts, Morristown. The production, with more than 100 performers and full orchestra, will run for ten performances from December 17th through December 26th.
“We are looking forward to taking Nutcracker to The Community Theatre,” said Ballet Director Carolyn Clark. “O
... Read More.Highlights of the Russian Ballet
by Author Name 5:05pm May 10 2010
FINAL WEEKEND OF THE SEASON! Enjoy an evening of excerpts from great Russian classics and see why these ballets — once intended to entertain the Imperial Russian court —remain popular with millions all over the world. Paquita, La Bayadere - Kingdom of the Shades, La Sylphide (Company Premiere!), Satinella, Grand Pas Classique … more. Program at The Community Theatre, Saturday May 15, 8PM. Tickets $42 - $22. www.mayoarts.or
... Read More.Peter & the Wolf and Beauty & the Beast May 16 in Morristown
by Author Name 5:11pm April 27 2010
Two delightful children's ballets for the price of one! See clever Peter outwit the Wolf and save his animal friends. Then watch as Beauty looks past the fierce face of the Beast to the loving heart inside. Peter & the Wolf and Beauty & the Beast is an NJB Matinee for Kids & Families, performed with original "storybook" narration so even the littlest theatergoers can keep up with ease. 2 PERFORMANCES. 1:30 and 4:00PM. Ticke
... Read More.LAST CHANCE TO SEE THE SHOW THAT HAS THE CRITICS CHEERING!
by Author Name 5:01pm April 27 2010
Audiences can't get enough. Critics are cheering. Tappin' with the Ballet with guest artists from the NJ Tape Dance Ensemble is "Very sharp and up to date." "A rockin' party." "The dancers look terrific."
Tappin' with the Ballet is coming to Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway on Saturday, May 1 at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $37, $32, $27, $33. Call 732-499-8226 or click on www.ucpa.org.
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Cinderella rides into Englewood in a brand new Coach April 25
by Author Name 3:45pm April 01 2010
Cinderella's coming to bergenPAC on Sunday, April 25 at 4:30 PM.
One of NJB's most popular productions for Kids & FamiliesSM, Cinderella is a two-act romp through the well-known fairy tale in which wickedly funny stepsisters trip over themselves trying to act like ladies, and the hours of the clock come to life and dance, and the brand new Pumpkin turns into a Coach before your very eyes!
The Pumpkin Coach is indeed new, much o
... Read More.This Weekend at Kean University
by Author Name 10:47pm March 17 2010
On Saturday, March 20 at 8PM, NJB returns to Kean University with a Saturday evening filled with great characters from the ballet repertory including a trio of mechanical dancing dolls, a pirate and a princess, six gypsy dancers, a pair of Brazilian street dancers and more in a program that shows the dancers’ versatility with classic, romantic and contemporary ballet.
The dancing dolls are in a comic pas de trios from an old bal
... Read More.MS. LAURYN HILL DROPPIN' BY THE GALA
by Author Name 6:02pm March 13 2010
BREAKING NEWS! Music legend Ms. Lauryn Hill will be the surprise guest at NJB's March 13 Gala at NJPAC. Ms. Hill will drop by and sing for the more than 1,000 people expected to attend the 7PM dance performance in Prudential Hall. Good seats are still available. Tickets are $50, $40, $30. Call the Box Office 1-888-GO-NJPAC.
Read More.March 13 Gala promises exciting program
by Author Name 6:45pm February 18 2010
The audience at this year's Gala will visit the legendary Forbidden City, check out a Jazz Age ballroom, and a take a walk through Central Park -- all without leaving their seats in NJPAC's Prudential Hall. The Three Riddles of Turandot by celebrated Chinese-American choreographer Nai-Ni Chen, was applauded in The Star-Ledger as "a ballet of compelling mystery and emotional depth...a significant addition to NJ Ballet's repertoire."
Fo
... Read More.NJ Ballet is the People's Choice!
by Author Name 7:57pm January 28 2010
New Jersey Ballet is New Jersey's favorite dance company. The JerseyArts.com 2009 People's Choice results make it official. Thanks to all who voted.
Read More.51st Anniversary Gala set for March 13
by Author Name 9:49pm January 27 2010
This year’s celebration honors a great friend of the arts, Robert Steinbaum, publisher of the NJ Law Journal and guiding force behind New Jersey Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts. The evening will begin at 6 pm with cocktails, followed by a performance at 7 and dinner at 9. New Jersey Ballet will perform works introduced this season as well as a selection of audience favorites. Hosts for the evening: CBS2 News Co-Anchor Kristine Johnson&
... Read More.39th Season of Nutcracker at Paper Mill
by Author Name 2:19am December 08 2009
This year marks the 39th season of New Jersey Ballet’s production of everyone’s favorite ballet -- Nutcracker. The first performance took place in 1971 at Paper Mill Playhouse, with Edward Villella (then a star with New York City Ballet) as the Cavalier.
After 750 performances, more than 5,000 dancers and children, and a million viewers, New Jersey Ballet’s production of Nutcracker, has become a cherished holiday tradition with
... Read More.Saturday, November 7, to feature dance from around the world
by Author Name 7:32pm September 14 2009
The season opener at The Community Theatre will be a virtual world tour of dance, which will take New Jersey Ballet to China, Cuba, Brazil, France, Russia and the United States. Highlights include the world premiere of The Three Riddles of Turandot, a new ballet by acclaimed Chinese-American choreographer Nai Ni Chen. The new work will explore the classic tale of a princess, her would-be suitor and the riddles that hold the key to her
2009-2010 Season Announced
by Author Name 11:05pm September 10 2009
The new season schedule is filled with premieres, revivals and celebrations. Among the highlights is the November 7 Opening Night at The Community Theatre; the company’s return to Kean University in March; and the big 51st Anniversary festivities on Saturday March 13 at NJPAC.
There is no better way to introduce children to the magic of dance theatre than NJB’s productions for Kids and FamiliesSM. There are no fewer than five opport
... Read More.NJ Ballet, New Jersey's Favorite Dance Company
by Author Name 2:00pm December 31 2008
Help us keep this coveted title. Vote for New Jersey Ballet in Jersey Arts Marketers' Peoples Choice Awards. Go to http://jerseyarts.com/peopleschoice and mark your ballot right online! Vote at work. Vote from home. Tell your friends to vote, too, Thank you for your support.
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