New York City Ballet

JR Continues his Collaboration with NYCB

JR takes to the stage with a world premiere pièce d’occasion during 21st Century Choreographers week Apr 29 - May 4, with music by Woodkid and featuring guest artist Lil Buck.

Up close with our dancers

Screen Test: Sebastian Villarini-Velez

Corps de Ballet Member Sebastian Villarini-Velez talks about growing up in Puerto Rico and reveals a secret musical talent.

Learn more about Sebastian

Witness creation in action

Ballet 422 Selected for Tribeca Film Festival

From first rehearsal to world premiere, Ballet 422 takes us backstage at New York City Ballet as Justin Peck, a young up-and-coming choreographer, crafts a new work. With unprecedented access to an elite world, Ballet 422 illuminates the process behind the creation of a single ballet.

The film is one of twelve documentaries selected for the Tribeca Film Festival World Documentary competition, April 16 - 27.

From the Gift Shop

Own a Little Piece of Art Series

The floor mural of 81 Company dancers that started a social media sensation is now available as a special edition poster print.

Created by JR especially for New York City Ballet, it's available exclusively at gift kiosks in the theater and from our online gift shop.

more info

Up close and personal with NYCB

city.ballet. Now Live at AOL On

Come backstage with city.ballet. — the world of New York City ballet as seen through the eyes of Sarah Jessica Parker. Visit the AOL On showpage at cityballet.com to watch all 12 episodes and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and additional interviews.

watch now

Support the ballet you love

What Does a Ballet Master Do?

Ballet Masters are teachers that pass on the legacy of NYCB's founders and new choreographers, taking great care to protect the integrity of every ballet so that it remains exactly as the choreographer intended. They are also mentors that help develop the person and dancer behind the steps.

Support the work that the incredible ballet masters of New York City Ballet do by making a tax-deductible donation today.

Ballet Master Glenn Keenan at work. Photo by Ezra Hurwitz

Donate today

the perfect introduction to nycb

Family Saturdays

Go behind the scenes with three families who attended NYC Ballet's Family Saturdays.

What is choreography and what does a choreographer do? NYCB artists will answer these questions and more as they guide you through excerpts from NYCB's vast repertory in An Exploration of Choreography on May 10, hosted by Principal Dancer Daniel Ulbricht.

Tickets & info

Fond Farewells

Four Principal Dancers Announce Retirements

Four of our principal dancers — Jenifer Ringer, Janie Taylor, Sébastien Marcovici and Jonathan Stafford — have announced that they are leaving NYCB in 2014.

Tickets available now for all three farewell performances scheduled during the Winter and Spring 2014 seasons.

Learn more

Children's Workshops

Appropriate for ages 5-8. NYCB artists lead this 45-minute pre-performance exploration of the music, movement, and themes of a ballet featured in that afternoon's performance. Upcoming events: May 18 and June 7.

tickets & info

In Motion Workshops

Appropriate for ages 9-12. In this 45-minute pre-performance workshop, an NYCB dancer will lead participants in a ballet warm-up and movement combination with choreography inspired by the featured ballet. No prior dance training needed. Upcoming events: June 7.