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Creative Forces: Peck, Robbins and more.

Season Opener

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Mayo Performing Arts Center
100 South St
Morristown, NJ 07960

Friday, November 8, 2024 @ 7:30pm

Join New Jersey Ballet for Creative Forces, featuring Justin Peck's dynamic Murder Ballades and Jerome Robbins' elegant In the Night.

Peck's Murder Ballades brings thrilling narratives and contemporary movements to the stage, set to Bryce Dessner's evocative music. Robbins' In the Night, set to Chopin's romantic nocturnes, explores different facets of love through masterful choreography.

Celebrate the brilliance of these visionary choreographers in an unforgettable evening of ballet with additional repertory to be announced soon.

Creative Forces: Pecks, Robbins and more

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Two River Theater
21 Bridge Avenue
Red Bank, NJ 07701

November 16, 2024 at 2PM & 7:30PM

Join New Jersey Ballet for Creative Forces, featuring Justin Peck's dynamic Murder Ballades and Jerome Robbins' elegant In the Night.

Peck's Murder Ballades brings thrilling narratives and contemporary movements to the stage, set to Bryce Dessner's evocative music. Robbins' In the Night, set to Chopin's romantic nocturnes, explores different facets of love through masterful choreography.

Celebrate the brilliance of these visionary choreographers in an unforgettable evening of ballet with additional repertory to be announced soon.

Nutcracker

Sensory Friendly

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Union County Performing Arts Center
1601 Irving Street
Rahway, NJ 07065

December 1, 2024 at 2:00PM

NJ Ballet's Nutcracker, a beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancers and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. The Nutcracker tells the magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they battle toy soldiers and larger-than-life mice, and travel through a whirlwind of dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets. Greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, Clara enjoys a suite of brilliant and joyful dances before opening her eyes to the familiar sights of her own home. Was it all a dream?

This 2024 performance of The Nutcracker is brought to you by the Union County Board of County Commissioners. Sensory Friendly Theatre (SFT) is a series of live performances specially designed and adapted for children with autism and similar sensory sensitivity. Attendees can expect relaxed lighting and sound along with other adjustments and supportive services during Sensory Friendly performances.

Nutcracker

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Bergen Performing Arts Center
30 N Van Brunt St
Englewood, NJ 07631

December 7, 2024 at 1:00PM and 4:30PM
December 8, 2024 at 1:00PM and 4:30PM

Nutcracker

with New Jersey Symphony Orchestra

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Mayo Performing Arts Center
100 South St
Morristown, NJ 07960

December 13 - 26, 2024

New Jersey Ballet’s beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by New Jersey Symphony.

Masterworks in Motion

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New Brunswick Performing Arts Center
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

February 22, 2025 2:00PM and 7:30PM

Join New Jersey Ballet for Masterworks in Motion, an evening featuring George Balanchine's Concerto Barocco and Tarantella, alongside Peter Martins' Hallelujah Junction. Experience the elegance of Balanchine’s classic choreography and the vibrant energy of Martins' dynamic ballet. More exciting works to be announced soon. Don't miss this celebration of ballet brilliance.

Masterworks in Motion

Balanchine, Martins and more

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Mayo Performing Arts Center
100 South St
Morristown, NJ 07960

Saturday, March 15, 2025 @ 7:30pm

Join New Jersey Ballet for Masterworks in Motion, an evening featuring George Balanchine's Concerto Barocco and Tarantella, alongside Peter Martins' Hallelujah Junction. Experience the elegance of Balanchine’s classic choreography and the vibrant energy of Martins' dynamic ballet. More exciting works to be announced soon. Don't miss this celebration of ballet brilliance.

Once Upon A Time

Featuring excerpts from Swan Lake, Romeo & Juliet and Sleeping Beauty

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Mayo Performing Arts Center
100 South St
Morristown, NJ 07960

Sunday, March 23, 2025 @ 2pm

New Jersey Ballet's Once Upon A Time is a family show taking its audience on a comical tour through some of classical ballet’s greatest stories. Part educational, part dance, the performers will dissect classic tales, providing insight into the movement while giving you a fun and entertaining peek behind the balletic curtain.

Once Upon A Time

Tickets on Sale Soon

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Union County Performing Arts Center
1601 Irving St
Rahway, NJ 07065

March 30, 2025 at 2PM

New Jersey Ballet's Once Upon A Time is a family show taking its audience on a comical tour through some of classical ballet’s greatest stories. Part educational, part dance, the performers will dissect classic tales, providing insight into the movement while giving you a fun and entertaining peek behind the balletic curtain.

Once Upon A Time

featuring excerpts from Swan Lake, Romeo & Juliet and Sleeping Beauty

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Bergen Performing Arts Center
30 N Van Brunt St
Englewood, NJ 07631

April 6, 2025 at 2PM

New Jersey Ballet's Once Upon A Time is a family show taking its audience on a comical tour through some of classical ballet’s greatest stories. Part educational, part dance, the performers will dissect classic tales, providing insight into the movement while giving you a fun and entertaining peek behind the balletic curtain.

Legacy and Vision

Tickets on Sale September 13 at 10:00AM

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New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Victoria Theater
Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch Stage
1 Center St
Newark, NJ 07102

April 24, 2025 at 8:00PM and April 25, 2025 at 7:30PM

New Jersey Ballet performs Legacy & Vision, an exciting new program featuring Twyla Tharp’s Nine Sinatra Songs and a world premiere by Harrison Ball.

Nine Sinatra Songs
Choreographed by Twyla Tharp
A glamorous portrait of seven couples, tracing the arc of their relationships to the music of Frank Sinatra. Celebrated for its combination of technical precision and emotional depth, this work by the legendary Tharp captures the essence of romance and nostalgia.

World Premiere (to be announced)
Choreographed by Harrison Ball
The former New York City Ballet principal dancer presents his second world premiere for New Jersey Ballet. Known for his dynamic and expressive movement style, Ball is quickly becoming a prominent voice in the ballet world. New Jersey Ballet continues its commitment to premiering cutting-edge works from talented new choreographers.

Photo credit: Christopher Duggan | Dancers: Jeanette Delgado and Daniel Ulbricht

Timeless Masterpieces

Swan Lake Act II, Serenade, Rubies

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Count Basie Center for the Arts
99 Monmouth St
Red Bank, NJ 07701

May 8, 2025 at 7:30PM

New Jersey Ballet presents Timeless Masterpieces, an extraordinary evening of ballet, celebrating the beauty, grace and innovation of some of the most iconic works in ballet history. The program features two of George Balanchine’s masterpieces, Serenade and Rubies from Jewels, showcasing his signature blend of musicality, precision and dynamic movement. Complementing these works is the timeless romance of Swan Lake Act 2, a portrayal of ethereal beauty and the enchanting story of love and transformation. Join us for a performance that epitomizes the enduring elegance of ballet.

Timeless Masterpieces

Swan Lake Act II, Serenade and Rubies

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Mayo Performing Arts Center
100 South St
Morristown, NJ 07960

Saturday, May 17, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, May 18 @ 2pm

New Jersey Ballet presents Timeless Masterpieces, an extraordinary evening of ballet, celebrating the beauty, grace and innovation of some of the most iconic works in ballet history. The program features two of George Balanchine’s masterpieces, Serenade and Rubies from Jewels, showcasing his signature blend of musicality, precision and dynamic movement. Complementing these works is the timeless romance of Swan Lake Act 2, a portrayal of ethereal beauty and the enchanting story of love and transformation. Join us for a performance that epitomizes the enduring elegance of ballet.

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