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The Brooklyn Nutcracker Community Matinees
The Brooklyn Nutcracker Community Matinee Performances 2024
Wed Dec. 11, Community Matinee #1 at 11:00am - JOIN THE WAITLIST
Thu Dec 12, Community Matinee #2 at 11:00am - JOIN THE WAITLIST
Fri Dec 13, Community Matinee #3 at 11:00am - JOIN THE WAITLIST
Mon Dec 16, Community Matinee #4 at 11:00am
The Theatre at City Tech
275 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Tickets are only $10 per seat! (Groups of 10 or more)
A re-imagined holiday classic, The Brooklyn Nutcracker fuses ballet, hip-hop and a myriad of world dance genres to create a new tradition for today’s audience. New York’s only culturally inclusive production, The Brooklyn Nutcracker transforms familiar Nutcracker characters and scenes to represent the diverse traditions and vibrant culture of Brooklyn. From the landscape of the old Dutch Brooklyn to the iconic Flatbush Avenue, the production is fresh and full of virtuosity and celebrates the borough we call home.
We are thrilled to offer this special performance for students, older adults, and other community members to enjoy this magical performance at a steeply discounted rate.
The performance is appropriate for all ages.
To request tickets, click on the links below:
REQUEST DEC.11 TICKETS (WAITLIST)
REQUEST DEC.12 TICKETS (WAITLIST)
REQUEST DEC.13 TICKETS (WAITLIST)
If you are a director, teacher, or principal who is interested in more information, please email Tristan Grannum at [email protected]. Kindly email instead of calling the studio. Thank you, and we can't wait to see you at the show!
Brooklyn Ballet School Open House
The Open House offers open sample classes for new and returning students ages 3-17. All classes are free and open to the public. Students are encouraged to register in advance, but it's not required.
New students ages 10-17 are welcome to attend as a placement audition for the 2024/2025 school year.
Capezio will also be in attendance selling dress code items.
Saturday, September 14
9am-1pm
Brooklyn Ballet
Register for the Open House below:
- 9am-9:30am: Pre-Ballet (age 3-4)
- 9:30am-10am: Elementary Ballet (age 5-7)
- 10am-10:30am: Ballet I (age 8-10)
- 10:30am-11:30am: Ballet II Sample Class & Placement Audition (age 10-12)
- 11:30am-12:30pm: Ballet III/IV Sample Class & Placement Audition (age 13-17)
- 12:30pm-1:00pm: Open Level Modern/Contemporary Sample Class (age 8-17)
Brooklyn Ballet Seeks Professional Dancers for The Brooklyn Nutcracker & 2024/2025 Season
Brooklyn Ballet is seeking dancers for The Brooklyn Nutcracker, coming to Downtown Brooklyn, December 11-16, 2024.
This year's expanded production features ten public and community performances at the Theater at City Tech and showcases a vibrant mix of ballet, street dance, and global dance styles, celebrating the rich cultural diversity of Brooklyn.
We are also seeking dancers for Brooklyn Ballet's 2024/2025 season, which includes a range of innovative works that continue to push the boundaries of dance.
Audition Details:
Sunday, September 8
Brooklyn Ballet, 160 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn, NY, 11201
Audition Schedule:
Ballet Audition
Audition: 9am-12pm | Callback: 1-3pm
Prepare to demonstrate strong classical ballet technique, pointe, and partnering
Street Dance Audition
3-4pm
Show us your unique style and improvisation skills
Dancers of all ethnicities are encouraged to attend
Email [email protected] for more information. No phone calls.
REGISTER FOR STREET DANCE AUDITION
Photo: Kyle Froman. Dancers: Aoi Ohno and Tristan Grannum
June at Brooklyn Ballet
OPEN AIR SYLPH
Photo 1: Valentina Fory in Les Sylphide, credit Nefertiti P. Arthur
Brooklyn Ballet brought a dynamic mixed bill to the outdoor stage of the Jamaica Dance Festival, blending classic romantic ballet, contemporary, modern, and street dance. The Company's debut performance in Queens brought the vibrant spirit of Brooklyn to the borough, showcasing the beauty of dance and diversity.
AN ELEVATED GRAND FINALE
Photo 2: ChrissyAnn Carpenter and Bobby "Anime" Major in an Elevate Performance
As our Elevate season has come to a close, we are proud to have offered over 50 scholarships to students from our partner schools, inviting them to train at the Brooklyn Ballet school this summer, fall and spring semesters. Our season finale included performances at IS 211 as well as the Mark O'Donnell Theater, welcoming students from MS 915.
TAKE A BOW
Photo 3: Modern IV student, Credit William Miller
Our 2023/24 dance season has come to a close, and our Brooklyn Ballet families filled City Tech with applause at our Spring Student Showcase. With classes for dancers of all ages in ballet, modern, jazz, and choreography, registration for our Fall 2024 semester opens soon!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Our partnership with DOT's Summer Streets Initiative continues all summer long! Catch Brooklyn Ballet in Staten Island on July 27, and in Brooklyn on August 24. Details coming soon!
May at Brooklyn Ballet
AN OPENING NIGHT
Photo 1: Audrey Borst and Tristan Grannum in Lynn Parkerson's Scripture, credit Paul Henry
Brooklyn Ballet brought a diverse repertoire to the new Sapan Greenport Theatre to celebrate the opening of their newly revitalized Arts Center! With a community matinee performance and evening gala, we welcomed residents from the North Fork to experience our unique and signature approach to ballet and street dance.
ELEVATED
Phoro 2: ChrissyAnn Carpenter, credit Paul Henry
Brooklyn Ballet's Elevate program advanced the North Fork Arts Center's mission to foster creativity through inclusivity and community. During a 3-week residency, Brooklyn Ballet presented Elevate performances and master classes to Greenport School District students and extended its offerings to a local senior center, celebrating the power of dance in everybody.
SPRING SHOWCASE
Photo 3: Modern III & Choreography Workshop, credit, William Miller
Students of Brooklyn Ballet School spent the month of May preparing for the Spring Student Showcase at City Tech. With dancers of all ages taking the stage, we celebrate their progress and growth, and another successful year!
A SENIOR SEND-OFF
Photo 4: Brooklyn Ballet School Seniors: Sofia Tancorra, Stella Forsyth, Hannah Borenstein and Mischa Panchal
As our Spring Semester comes to a close, we bid farewell to our seniors, who have made our studios and stage their home over these past years.
Congratulations to Hannah Borenstein, who will be attending Binghamton University in the fall, Sofia Tancorra, who will be attending Trinity College, and Stella Forsyth and Mischa Panchal, who will both be attending Swarthmore College!
April at Brooklyn
EARTH DAY
Brooklyn Ballet artists took to the DOT's stage for their Car-Free Earth Day event in Sunset Park, offering passersby of all ages a FREE 30-minute performance of some of our most celebrated works.
COME DANCE WITH US THIS SUMMER
Roll with us into summer and register for our Pre-Ballet or Elementary Ballet summer camps! Designed for our youngest dancers, ages 3-7, these camps offer creative movement, ballet, arts and crafts, storytime, and snacks, culminating in an in-studio performance for friends and family!
OUR ELEVATE PROGRAM IS EXPANDING!
Our Elevate programming is extending into summer break, offering weekly classes over 6 weeks at three of our partner schools! An initiative providing access to FREE classes in select Brooklyn schools, we are thrilled to continue to provide enriching experiences for children in our community throughout the summer months
SPEND THE WEEKEND ON THE NORTH FORK!
Just a quick train ride away, join Brooklyn Ballet for a weekend getaway to the North Fork at the Sapan Greenport Theatre's grand opening celebration! With our signature blend of ballet and street dance taking center stage, stay for a Q&A and be among the first to revel in this exciting new venue!
Support Brooklyn Ballet | Where Brooklyn Comes To Dance!
Our campaign is now 80% funded! Be a part of our continued arts education, scholarships, the creation of new works, and our future fund to keep us dancing through our next 20 years.
March at Brooklyn Ballet
BB AT FOTOGRAFISKA | BROOKLYN YOUTH ENSEMBLE MAKES BAM DEBUT | OUR NEWEST SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS | SUMMER AT BB
BB AT FOTOGRAFISKA
Photo 1: BB Professional Dancers at Fotografiska
With an exhibition-inspired performance that moved through the galleries to the loft stage, Brooklyn Ballet Company performed at Fotografiska New York, The Contemporary Museum of Photography, Art, and Culture for a sold-out performance of Flowers, Creatures, and Snow.
BROOKLYN YOUTH ENSEMBLE MAKES BAM DEBUT
Photo 2: Brooklyn Youth Ensemble on stage at BAM
A cast of 12 dancers from our Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble made their BAM debut at the NYC Council Speaker Address! While City Council speaker Adrienne E. Adams outlined her vision for a more equitable city, our dancers performed for an audience of esteemed city officials including Mayor Eric Adams!
OUR NEWEST SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS | SUMMER AT BROOKLYN BALLET
Photo 3: Tristan Grannum Awards Young Dancers with Scholarships
In March, the community Engagement Director of Brooklyn Ballet, Tristian Grannum, awarded scholarships to four students from Launch Charter School in Weeksville, Brooklyn, our newest Elevate partner, enabling them to attend our 2024 summer and 2024/2025 school year programs. We are thrilled to welcome these scholarship recipients into Brooklyn Ballet school!
SUMMER AT BROOKLYN BALLET
Photo 4: BB Student en pointe in front of Brooklyn Ballet storefront.
Still making your summer dance plans? From weekly classes, to camps and intensives for all ages and levels, registration is open, and spaces are limited.
https://www.brooklynballet.org/summer
LATELY AT BROOKLYN BALLET
NEW TO THE BB FAMILY
The first Afro Brazilian ballerina to reach the rank of principal dancer with the Dance Theatre of Harlem, we welcomed Bethania Gomes into the Brooklyn Ballet family last month, teaching morning company class and joining our faculty for our upcoming summer classes.
CELEBRATING NATIONAL BALLET DAY
Last month, we had a special opportunity to host a National Ballet Day event at PS 115, in partnership with Councilwoman Mercedes Narcisse of the 46th City Council District. PS 115 students watched the professional ballet dancers of Brooklyn Ballet perform our What is Ballet? program as well as participate in an interactive dance class. In the fall, PS 115 will be one of Brooklyn Ballet’s newest Elevate school partners, and we are extremely excited for the development of this new partnership and the expansion of our Elevate program.
FROM BROOKLYN TO NIGERIA
Through the initiative spearheaded by Brooklyn Ballet teacher Kat Wildish, students from Leap of Dance in Lagos, Nigeria join our morning classes via Zoom, fostering inspiration and connection across continents! Committed to providing dance education to all, especially those who cannot afford it, this partnership exemplifies the transformative power of dance to transcend boundaries and uplift communities worldwide.
BB YOUTH ENSEMBLE HEADS TO BAM
A cast of 12 dancers from our Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble dedicated the month to preparing for their BAM debut at the NYC Council Speaker Address! They rehearsed choreography by Brandon Woods and received coaching from Joseph Heitman, both Brooklyn Ballet faculty members. We are immensely proud of our students, who continue to show incredible growth and dedication, rising to every occasion and opportunity!
Top photo: Bethania Gomes Teaches Company Class
Second photo: L to R: Lynn Parkerson, Bobby “Anime” Major, Audrey Borst, Valentina Fory, PS 115 principal Jonathan Lee, Councilwoman Mercedes Narcisse and instructor Alyssa Infranco
Third photo: Students at Leap of Dance join Brooklyn Ballet on Zoom
Bottom photo: Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble in rehearsal
Company Class Spring Season 2024
Starting January 16, join us for company ballet class at new times:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am-12:15pm
Register now
Fridays 11am-12:15pm
Register now
Professional dancers (age 18+) are welcome!
Questions? Email [email protected]
Lately At Brooklyn Ballet
First Photo: Ingrid Silva with Dylan Santos, credit Julie Lemburger
In 2015, as we introduced The Brooklyn Nutcracker to the world, the exceptional Ingrid Silva graced our stage as our first-ever Sugar Plum Fairy! Renowned for her artistry with Dance Theatre of Harlem and her pioneering spirit in dance and activism on a global scale, she triumphantly returns alongside her partner, Dylan Santos, ready to captivate audiences once more with their dazzling performance!
Join us for our annual production at the Kings Theater, December 16 at 2pm and 7pm! Hurry, limited seating!
Second Photo: Dancers from the Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble at Bed Stuy BID's Winter Wonderland
Dancers from our Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble took to the streets of Bed Stuy to perform a series of festive holiday dances for Bed Stuy Gateway BID's Winter Wonderland's Community Night-- an event to light the tree at Marcy Plaza and meet neighborhood businesses and friends!
Third Photo: Teaching artists Audrey Borst, Tristan Grannum, and Valentina Olaya lead an Elevate demonstration
With our Elevate program reaching more than 15,000 K-12 students across New York City, we are seeking teaching artists to join our team! From hands-on training to demonstrations in schools and organizations for dancers of all ages, we are committed to offering access to dance education for all!
If you are interested in applying or would like to learn more, please email your resume to Tristan Grannum at [email protected]
Fourth Photo: Thank you for your generosity this #GivingTuesday! Please consider Brooklyn Ballet in your year end giving and be a part of our Keep Brooklyn Dancing campaign. Together we will continue to support arts education, scholarships, the creation of new works, and our future fund to keep us dancing through our next 20 years.
It's #GivingTuesday!
The Brooklyn Nutcracker Community Matinee 2023
Friday, December 15, 2023
Kings Theatre
1027 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11226
- 10:00am
- 12:30pm
Tickets are only $10 per seat! (Groups of 10 or more)
A re-imagined holiday classic, The Brooklyn Nutcracker fuses ballet, hip-hop and a myriad of world dance genres to create a new tradition for today’s audience. New York’s only culturally inclusive production, The Brooklyn Nutcracker transforms familiar Nutcracker characters and scenes to represent the diverse traditions and vibrant culture of Brooklyn. From the landscape of the old Dutch Brooklyn to the iconic Flatbush Avenue, the production is fresh and full of virtuosity and celebrates the borough we call home.
We are thrilled to offer this special performance for students, senior citizens and other community members to enjoy this magical performance at a steeply discounted rate.
The performance is appropriate for all ages.
To request tickets, click on the links below:
If you are a director, teacher, or principal who is interested in more information, please email Tristan Grannum at [email protected]. Kindly email instead of calling the studio. Thank you, and we can't wait to see you at the show!
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator
Featuring Brian “Hallowdreamz” Henry & JoVonna Parks
Professional dancers, age 18+ of all dance styles are welcome!
Email [email protected] to register!
Brooklyn Ballet School Open House
The Open House offers open sample classes for students age 3-17. All classes are free and open to the public. Students are encouraged to register in advance, but it's not required.
New students age 12-17 are welcome to attend as a placement audition for the 2023/2024 school year.
Capezio will also be in attendance selling dress code items.
Saturday, September 16
10am-1pm
Brooklyn Ballet
Register for the Open House below:
Children's Nutcracker Audition
Join us for our Children's Audition for Brooklyn Ballet's production of The Brooklyn Nutcracker at Kings Theatre, December 15 & 16, 2023!
Weekly rehearsals at Brooklyn Ballet, starting October 23. Dancers rehearse once a week on Monday evening, Saturday afternoon, or Sunday morning/afternoon.
Dancers must be available all day Friday, December 15 & all day and evening Saturday, December 16 to perform. No exceptions!
In-Person Audition
Sunday, October 1
Brooklyn Ballet
160 Schermerhorn Street
Brooklyn, NY
Age 7-8
12:00pm-12:45pm
Age 9-11
12:45pm - 1:45pm
Age 12-17
2:00pm - 3:30pm
- The audition will include a ballet class and repertoire. Ballet experience is necessary.
- Dancers should wear leotard, tights, and ballet slippers or form fitting attire they can dance in.
- Dancers with long hair should have their hair in a secure bun or similar hairstyle.
- Dancers should arrive dressed and ready to dance with their own water bottle.
- All dancers are encouraged to attend. Priority will be given to current Brooklyn Ballet students.
Email [email protected] for more information.
Meet Our New Board Members!
Together, these board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to the arts while further reinforcing our commitment to artistic excellence, community outreach, and inclusivity. We look forward to working towards achieving our strategic goals and future expansion with our growing board this season and beyond!
See HERE for our full list of board members.
Fall Programs for Children & Adults
Children’s Classes
Age 3-17
Register here
Adult Classes
Age 18+
$22 drop-in classes, absolute beginners welcome!
Register here
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator
Brooklyn Ballet is seeking new, emerging, and diverse choreographers for the Brooklyn Ballet Incubator, September 2023, and annual Spring Season 2024.
For 20 years Brooklyn Ballet has radically reimagined who makes ballet, who performs ballet, and who gets to enjoy ballet. We built a vibrant organization inspired and driven by our belief in the transformative power of dance. Our repertory, guided by Artistic Director Lynn Parkerson, expands the art form of ballet in unique directions, incorporating multi-cultural dance forms and interdisciplinary influences. We created a vibrant and inclusive organization. At the core is a deep commitment to making dance accessible to all through public and community performances and robust educational programs. Each year Brooklyn Ballet directly touches the lives of more than 20,000 people through an innovative range of work including, Brooklyn Ballet Company, School, and Elevate. Visit brooklynballet.org for more information.
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator
September 5-8 & 12-15, subject to change
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is a 4-day, process-based dance workshop for Brooklyn Ballet dancers and professional dancers, age 18+. It is an opportunity for dancers to play, learn, and grow in an inclusive and collaborative environment. Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is a process-focused workshop, not end-product focused.
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is an opportunity for Brooklyn Ballet’s Artistic & Leadership Team to meet new choreographers for future collaborations and/or potential commissions. While participation in Brooklyn Ballet Incubator isn’t a commission offer, choreographers selected to participate in Brooklyn Ballet Incubator will be considered for commissioned work for Brooklyn Ballet’s Spring Season 2024.
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator Choreographers will lead one (1) 4-day workshop of 2.5 hours (10am-12:30pm or 2-4:30pm) daily classes that include: improvisation, collaborative exploration, phrase work, and choreography.
The choreographer’s rate for one (1), 4-day workshop is $1,000.
This program welcomes applications from parents, with a childcare subsidy of $500 provided by Liza Yntema, who has also generously underwritten one choreographer’s stipend for the next two years.
Submission Process
Brooklyn Ballet is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all and values diversity, inclusivity, equity, and access at every level of our organization. Brooklyn Ballet does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, familial status, age, or sexual orientation.
Brooklyn Ballet encourages BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Choreographers of diverse dance styles and backgrounds, such as: Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, African, and Street Dance are strongly encouraged to apply. An ability to collaborate and choreograph on dancers specializing in diverse dance styles is preferred.
Choreographers must be 18 years old and eligible to legally work in the U.S. by July 31, 2023.
Applicants must submit through the Brooklyn Ballet Choreographer Submission Form by July 31, 2023 at 11:59pm. There is no fee to apply. Incomplete and/or late submissions may not be considered.
No phone calls. For questions, email Alison Mixon, Associate Director, at [email protected].
Shaakir Muhammad Masterclass
Join Shaakir Muhammad, Norwegian National Ballet and BB Alumnus, for a masterclass on Saturday, June 24, 2-4pm at Brooklyn Ballet.
Brooklyn Ballet and non-Brooklyn Ballet intermediate to advanced students, age 12-17 are welcome to attend.
The masterclass will include: ballet class, repertoire, and Q&A.
Pointe shoes aren't required. Students who dance on pointe should bring their pointe shoes.
Email [email protected] for more information.
We look forward to dancing with you!
Ballet III/IV Masterclass Pop-Up Series
Monday, May 22 6–7:30pm Ballet III & Pointe with Lauren Bonfiglio, American Ballet Theatre |
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Tuesday, May 23 6–8pm Ballet IV & Variations with Ingrid Silva, Dance Theatre of Harlem |
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Wednesday, May 24 6–7:30pm Ballet III & Pointe with Yinet Fernández, Dance Theatre of Harlem |
Students do not need to be currently enrolled at Brooklyn Ballet to participate.
Email [email protected] for more info and to register.