The Ballet Insider – Performance & Conversation with Maria Kowroski
Saturday, October 25, 2025 @ 7:30 pm
Alexander Kasser Theatre, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ 07043
New Jersey Ballet makes its highly anticipated debut at Montclair State University’s Kasser Theater with The Ballet Insider – Performance & Conversation with Maria Kowroski, an evening that offers the audience a unique opportunity to experience world-class ballet through the lens of a celebrated artist.
This special program features live performances of Justin Peck’s In Creases, a rhythmically inventive and musically driven work; George Balanchine’s Tarantella, a lively and virtuosic pas de deux bursting with charm; and Christopher Wheeldon’s hauntingly beautiful This Bitter Earth, a poignant reflection on love and longing.
During the program, New Jersey Ballet Artistic Director Maria Kowroski—former principal dancer with New York City Ballet—will share personal insights and artistic context, offering an insider’s perspective on the choreography, music, and meaning behind each piece.
Join us for an evening that blends performance and conversation, deepening your appreciation of the art form while showcasing the exceptional talent and vision of New Jersey Ballet.
TICKETS from $25
Box Office: 973-655-5112
Season Opener: Visionary Voices
Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center | 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
The program features three groundbreaking works by some of today’s most compelling choreographers: Jewel Box by Lauren Lovette, inspired by the inner workings of an antique music box—its comb, winding key, and spring housing—evoking the childhood wonder of watching a tiny ballerina spin in timeless motion; In Creases by Justin Peck, an intricately structured, musically driven work set to a score for two pianos—which marked his choreographic debut with New York City Ballet; and New Ancient Strings by Harrison Ball, a richly textured piece that blends classical form with modern edge with costumes designed by Zac Posen. Together, these works reflect ballet’s evolving language—bold, expressive, and unmistakably current.
Tickets from $35
Box Office: 973-539-8008
Visionary Voices
Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 7:00pm
Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 2:00pm
Two River Theater, 21 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank, NJ 07701
The program features groundbreaking works by some of today’s compelling choreographers: Jewel Box by Lauren Lovette, inspired by the inner workings of an antique music box; In Creases by Justin Peck, an intricately structured, musically driven work set to a score for two pianos; and New Ancient Strings by Harrison Ball, a richly textured piece that blends classical form with modern edge with costumes designed by Zac Posen.
TICKETS from $29
Box Office: 732-345-1400
New Jersey Ballet's The Nutcracker
Sensory Friendly Performance
Sunday, November 30, 2025
UCPAC Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065
The 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.
Tickets: Coming Soon
Box Office: 732-499-8226
New Jersey Ballet's The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1pm & 4:30pm
Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 1pm & 4:30pm
Bergen PAC, 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, New Jersey 07631
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. Ages 4+
Tickets from $35
Box Office: 201-227-1030
NJBallet’s The Nutcracker w/ NJ Symphony
Friday, December 12, 2025 - Saturday, December 27, 2025 (Times Vary)
Mayo Performing Arts Center | 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
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. Ages 4+
Tickets from $47
Box Office: 973-539-8008
Icons of American Ballet – w/ NJ Symphony
Friday, March 20, 2026 at 7:30pm & Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center | 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
Icons of American Ballet celebrates the genius of three towering figures who helped define American dance. The program opens with George Balanchine’s Serenade, a sweeping, lyrical masterpiece set to Tchaikovsky’s lush Serenade for Strings, performed live by the New Jersey Symphony. Jerome Robbins’ In the Night follows, a tender and nuanced portrayal of three romantic relationships, set to Chopin nocturnes performed live on piano. The evening concludes with Twyla Tharp’s glamorous and witty Nine Sinatra Songs, where couples dance through the highs and lows of love to the unforgettable voice of Frank Sinatra. With live music and three masterworks of 20th-century ballet, this program offers an unforgettable journey through the elegance, emotion, and innovation of American ballet.
Tickets from $47
Box Office: 973-539-8008
NJBallet’s Sleeping Beauty w/ NJ Symphony
Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 7:30pm & Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center | 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
New Jersey Ballet presents the timeless fairytale Sleeping Beauty, performed with live orchestral accompaniment by the New Jersey Symphony. This full-length classic, set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, tells the enchanting story of Princess Aurora, cursed to sleep for a hundred years until awakened by true love’s kiss. A showcase of classical ballet at its finest, Sleeping Beauty is a breathtaking experience for audiences of all ages, made even more powerful by the grandeur of live music.
Tickets from $47
Box Office: 973-539-8008
Icons of American Ballet
Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm & Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center | 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
New Jersey Ballet returns to New Brunswick Performing Arts Center with Icons of American Ballet, a vibrant program celebrating groundbreaking choreographers of American ballet. The performance opens with George Balanchine’s iconic Serenade, a poetic and sweeping work set to Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings. Justin Peck’s In Creases follows, an intricately crafted, contemporary piece set to a score for two pianos, showcasing the dynamic interplay between music and movement. The program concludes with Twyla Tharp’s stylish and witty Nine Sinatra Songs, where couples dance through the complexities of love to the timeless voice of Frank Sinatra. Together, these three works offer an unforgettable afternoon of elegance and innovation.
Tickets from $36
Box Office: 732-745-8000
New Voices. Bold Visions.
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:30pm - Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3pm
NJPAC | 1 Center Street, Newark, N J 07102
New Jersey Ballet returns to NJPAC with New Voices. Bold Visions., a celebration of the artists shaping the future of ballet. This powerful program features the addition of Red Angels, Ulysses Dove’s iconic 1994 work created for New York City Ballet’s Diamond Project. A showstopper since its premiere, Red Angels fuses the precision of classical ballet with unexpected, vernacular movements to create a work of visceral intensity. Four dancers, dressed in striking scarlet and illuminated in fiery light, perform with unrelenting athleticism to an electrifying score for solo electric violin. Dove himself reflected on the ballet as an exploration of the Balanchine aesthetic—its speed, legginess, and formality—refracted through his own bold, dramatic lens. “The dancers are angelic,” he remarked. “And for me, the angels of the senses are red.”
Alongside this powerful addition to the repertory, the evening also features a world premiere by Roderick George, acclaimed choreographer and 2024 recipient of the prestigious Princess Grace Award for Dance Performance and Choreography. Sur le Fil, a striking work by Penny Saunders, Resident Choreographer at Grand Rapids Ballet and a 2016 Princess Grace Choreographic Fellowship recipient, brings her evocative and cinematic style to the stage. Don’t miss this evening of bold storytelling, fresh perspectives, and exceptional artistry envisioned by Artistic Director Maria Kowroski.
Tickets from $58
Box Office: 1-888-696-5722