2008 Spring Season

Group Adventures
April 30 - June 29, 2008

Great add-ons to complete your group experience

When you purchase group tickets to New York City Ballet the adventure is just beginning! Read on for more great ways to enhance your group's experience. For additional information call 212-870-4071 or email  groupsales@nycballet.com today!


Ballet Experience

A private one-hour class with a NYCB dancer

In this once-in-a-lifetime experience, young dance students, ages 14 and older with prior ballet experience, have the opportunity to take a thrilling, private, hour-long class taught by a NYCB dancer. There’s no better way to learn ballet than from the professionals themselves!

Where:
Classes held at NYCB studios, Samuel B. & David Rose Building 70 W. 65^th St. (corner of W. 65^th St. & Amsterdam Ave.). Changing rooms available

When:
Ballet Experience is offered Tuesday through Saturday while the Company is in season at the New York State Theater (April 30-June 29, 2008). Groups should arrive at 9:30 am on the day of their reservation to dress and warm-up for class, which is from 10 am to 11 am. Class sizes are restricted to a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 25 students. Reservations must be made in advance and are subject to availability.

Cost:
$30 per student in addition to cost of performance ticket. Group members not participating may observe class at no additional cost.

Details:
Students must have prior ballet experience. Class minimum of 10 students. Maximum. of 25 students.

Meet the Dancer

Soloist Ellen Bar showing off a pair of pointe shoes. Photo © Paul Kolnik

Experience ballet from the other side of the footlights when you Meet the Dancer. A NYCB dancer will escort your group, sharing insights into the life of a dancer and answering questions about the performance your group is attending. He or she will also share interesting moments from the history of both NYCB and our home, the New York State Theater. You’ll also have a breathtaking opportunity to view the auditorium from onstage.

Where:
New York State Theater at Lincoln Center, W. 63^rd St. & Columbus Ave

When:
Meet the Dancer is offered Tuesday through Sunday during the Company’s repertory seasons at the New York State Theater (April 30-June 29, 2008). This pre-performance program is approximately 45 minutes in length and begins promptly 90 minutes prior to the performance’s curtain time.

Cost:
$5 per participant, in addition to the cost of performance ticket.

Meet the Musician 

"Music is always first. I cannot move. I can’t even want to move, unless I hear the music first.” – GEORGE BALANCHINE

See the music and hear the dance from a musician’s perspective when you Meet the Musician. Join a member of the NYCB Orchestra before the performance for a discussion of music’s integral contribution to the beauty of a ballet performance. Then, enjoy a first row view of the orchestra pit and the splendor of the New York State Theater.

When:
Tuesday through Sunday during the Company’s repertory seasons at the New York State Theater (April 30-June 29, 2008). This pre-performance program is approximately 45 minutes in length and begins promptly 90 minutes prior to the performance’s curtain time.

Where:
New York State Theater at Lincoln Center, 63^rd St. & Columbus Ave

Cost:
$5 per participant, in addition to the cost of performance ticket.

Dress Makes the Dance

Behind-the-scenes glimpse into NYCB’s Costume Shop

Take an exciting look at some of New York City Ballet’s exquisite and intricately-detailed costumes and how they’re made. NYCB Costume Shop Director Marc Happel will guide you on a tour of various locations where costumes are stored and readied for use in actual performances, while sharing insights on costume design, creation, and maintenance.

When:
Offered Tuesday through Friday, April 30-June 27; appropriate for ages 10 and older. Scheduling is flexible for this pre-performance program.

Where:
New York State Theater at Lincoln Center, 63^rd St. & Columbus Ave.

Cost:
$10 per person, in addition to cost of performance ticket.

New York City Ballet Gift Shop

Just ask and we'll be happy to send 10% discount coupons so your group can enjoy shopping and saving at our Gift Shop. The Gift Shop is located on the Promenade Level and is open during all performances. (Must request when booking NYCB tickets; some restrictions apply.)

Lincoln Center Tour

Enjoy the glamour and history that is Lincoln Center with this fascinating guided tour of Lincoln Center's concert halls. Then sit back and relax with a performance at New York City Ballet.
For tour information, call 212-875-5319.

Around New York City

Photo by D. Finnin	The American Museum of Natural History Enjoy nature at its most fascinating, whether it is dinosaurs or outer space. Additional museum options include the new Space Show at the new Hayden Planetarium and much more. The Museum is located at Central Park and 79th St. Call 212- 496-3676.
	MoMA The Museum of Modern Art located in midtown Manhattan is now in its elegant new home designed by architect Yoshio Taniguchi. MoMA's unparalleled collection of modern and contemporary art includes work by such renowned figures as Matisse and Picasso as well as contemporary artists like Cindy Sherman and Gerhard Richter. For group visit information, write groupvisits@moma.org or call 212-708-9685.
Photo © Lissa Martin	The Museum of The City of New York Conveniently located on Museum Mile, the MCNY is housed in a landmark Georgian-style mansion. Its collection contains more than 1.5 million objects that capture the 400-year history of New York City and its people. The MCNY also offers group tours and a wide range of public programs. The Museum is located at 1220 Fifth Ave. Call 212-534-1672 ext. 237.
	Steps on Broadway hums with vibrancy and vitality, and provides the training ground where both the professional and beginner student are able to nurture their talents. Exclusive Private Dance Classes Performance and Audition Workshops Scheduled Classes For detailed information and reservations for Steps Studio, call 212-874-2410. Then end your day of classes with a world-class performance by New York City Ballet. Ballet tickets are booked with NYCB.