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New York City Ballet Names Beatrice Jona Affron as New Associate Music Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026

New York City Ballet has appointed Beatrice Jona Affron as the company's next Associate Music Director, adding new leadership to its music staff. Affron currently serves as Music Director for the Philadelphia Ballet.

New York City Ballet Reveals 2026-27 Season Featuring 48 Ballets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026

New York City Ballet’s 2026-27 Season will open on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 and continue for 21 weeks of performances, through Sunday, May 30, 2027 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center.

92NY Harkness Dance Center to Host Megan Fairchild Masterclass
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

92NY Harkness Dance Center will present a masterclass workshop with renowned ballet dancer Megan Fairchild, offering an exclusive educational opportunity for dancers.

New York City Ballet to Host 2026 Spring Gala Featuring World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

On Thursday, May 7, 2026, New York City Ballet will present its 2026 Spring Gala, Set in Stone: Creation & Preservation, with a one-time only gala program featuring a World Premiere by choreographer and NYCB Principal Dancer Tiler Peck.

World Premiere Ballet by Justin Peck and More Set for New York City Ballet 2026 Winter Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026

New York City Ballet’s 2026 Winter Season will feature a world premieres by Justin Peck and NYCB Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky, two early ballets by Balanchine and more.

Antonia Franceschi Appointed Interim AD At New York Theatre Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Antonia Franceschi has been appointed Interim Artistic Director at New York Theatre Ballet. Franceschi's appointment fills the role of former artistic director Steven Melendez who stepped down in November 2025.

13th Annual LAKE TAHOE DANCE FESTIVAL Begins This July
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2025

Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present the 13th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival from July 22 - 25, 2025, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, Broadway, Boston Ballet, Metropolitan Opera Ballet, and more.

Video: NYC Ballet's Gilbert Bolden III Discusses Justin Peck's MYSTIC FAMILIAR
by Michael Major - Apr 23, 2025

Watch a new video of NYC Ballet's Gilbert Bolden III discussing Justin Peck's Mystic Familiar. Gilbert radiates effortless strength and a commanding presence in the Fire pas de deux while remaining a steady, grounded partner.

New York City Ballet 2025 Spring Season to Feature Kyle Abraham, Balanchine and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025

New York City Ballet’s 2025 Spring Season will open on Tuesday, April 22 and continue for six weeks of performances, through Sunday, June 1 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. See full programming here!

World Premiere Ballets by Justin Peck and More Set for New York City Ballet’s 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

New York City Ballet has revealed its 2025-26 season featuring world premiere ballets by Justin Peck and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Theatre Life with Megan Fairchild
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 28, 2025

Today’s subject Megan Fairchild has been dancing with New York City Ballet (NYCB) since 2001. She started as an apprentice before joining the company as a member of the corps de ballet. In 2005 she became a principal dancer. NYCB is performing Coppélia week at Kennedy Center in the Opera House and this evening, if you choose to attend as you should, You will see Megan Fairchild perform in the role of Swanilda. If you are unable to attend this evening, the ballet plays through March 30th.

Gilbert Bolden III Promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
by Emmy Rice - Mar 1, 2025

The promotion was made by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan. Click here for more details on Gilbert Bolden III.

Gilbert Bolden III Promoted To Principal Dancer At New York City Ballet
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2025

New York City Ballet has announced that Gilbert Bolden III has been promoted to Principal Dancer. The promotion was made on Friday, February 28 by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan.

Miriam Miller Promoted To Principal Dancer At New York City Ballet
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025

New York City Ballet has announced that Miriam Miller has been promoted to Principal Dancer. The promotion was made on Thursday, January 30 by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan, following a performance of George Balanchine's Variations Pour une Porte et un Soupir, in which Miller performed the leading female role.

Guest Artists Set For Connecticut Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2024

Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced the celebrated guests artists who will appear in the company's 40th anniversary production of its holiday blockbuster, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. 

Guest Article: CREATIVE FORCES-A Vibrant, Energetic Season Opener for NJ Ballet
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 13, 2024

New Jersey Ballet opened its 2024/2025 season on Friday, November 8, with 'Creative Forces' at Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown, New Jersey.

New Jersey Ballet Unveils 2024/2025 Season Featuring Works From Twyla Tharp, Jerome Robbins and More
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2024

New Jersey Ballet announced its 2024/2025 season featuring masterpieces by renowned choreographers. The season includes a mix of classical and contemporary works, promising a dynamic experience for audiences.

Janie Taylor Joins Colburn School Faculty As Artistic Director Of The Trudl Zipper Dance Institute For The 2024-25 School Year
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024

Janie Taylor will join Colburn School as Artistic Director of the Trudl Zipper Dance Institute for the 2024-25 school year, bringing her extensive experience and vision to the renowned dance program.

New York City Ballet Announces Three Promotions
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024

New York City Ballet has announced that David Gabriel, Alec Knight, and Jules Mabie have been promoted to Soloist.  The promotions were made on Saturday, June 1 by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan, following the Company’s matinee performance of George Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.  

Emma Von Enck Promoted To Principal Dancer At New York City Ballet
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024

Emma Von Enck has been promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet. Learn more about her journey and achievements in the world of ballet.