BalletX

BalletX Philadelphia's Premier Contemporary Ballet
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Founded in 2005 by Christine Cox and Matthew Neenan, BalletX is led by Cox as Artistic and Executive Director and has produced 129 world premiere ballets by over 70 choreographers, a record "few companies can match," according to The New York Times. BalletX has been hailed as an "epicenter of creation" (Dance Magazine) and a "place of choreographic innovation" (The New Yorker), putting Philadelphi

a on the map as an international destination for contemporary ballet. To learn more about BalletX’s programming and dancers, named “among America’s best” by The New York Times, please visit BalletX.org and follow the company on social media.

06/22/2026

The minutes before a performance look a little different for everyone.✨

We asked some of our dancers to share their rituals before heading on the stage.🩰

🎞️: 𝑰𝒕𝒛𝒌𝒂𝒏 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒐𝒔𝒂

06/21/2026

Dancers Eileen Kim and Jonathan Montepara take us inside the captivating world of Penny Saunders’ Fall. 🍁💫

A look back at the world premiere of “The Four Seasons Reimagined”, set to an electrifying original score by composer Dan Deacon.

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06/18/2026

Spend a performance day with BalletX dancer Francesca Forcella as she brings “The Four Seasons Reimagined” to life at Saratoga Performing Arts Center. ✨🩰

🎥Choreography: Trey McIntyre Projects
🎞️: 𝑰𝒕𝒛𝒌𝒂𝒏 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒐𝒔𝒂

06/17/2026

BalletX returns to Longwood Gardens for one night only on June 17! 🌟🌿

Here’s a sneak peek ofJamar Roberts’ powerful and intimate work “Honey”, featuring BalletX dancers Ashley Simpson and Jared Kelly. Join us for a magical evening set against the stunning backdrop of Longwood Gardens, we can’t wait to see you there! 💫✨

Choreography: Jamar Roberts

📅 June 17, 7:30pm
📍 Longwood Gardens
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06/12/2026

Four Seasons. Three poses. One challenge.

Take your best guess: which poses do you recognize? 🌸☀️🍂❄️

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BalletX is seeking one male identifying dancer for our 2026–2027 Season. We are looking for a passionate dance artist wi...
06/11/2026

BalletX is seeking one male identifying dancer for our 2026–2027 Season. We are looking for a passionate dance artist with a strong classical ballet technique, exceptional artistry, and versatility across contemporary movement styles.

BalletX offers a 52-week contract, competitive salary, health insurance benefits, a 401(k) matching program, and a minimum of six weeks of paid time off annually.

Interested dancers are invited to submit a video application for consideration. Selected applicants will be invited to participate in an in-person audition in Philadelphia.

Apply here! https://www.balletx.org/for-artists/dance-with-us/auditions/

Dancer: João Pedro Silva
📷 Anwar Ali

At BalletX, we believe dance is for everyone. We're thrilled to announce our 2026-2027 Season: a bold year of world prem...
06/10/2026

At BalletX, we believe dance is for everyone. We're thrilled to announce our 2026-2027 Season: a bold year of world premieres, expanded performance opportunities, free community programs, and unforgettable artistic experiences designed to bring people together through the power of dance. Join us for what will be our most ambitious season yet!

🌟 Fall Series, November 4-15, 2026 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre
World Premiere by Loughlan Prior
“Switching the Groove” by Amy Hall Garner (2023)
“In the Wake” by Christian Denice (2025)

🌟 Spring Series, March 10-21, 2027 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre
World Premiere by Noelle Kayser
World Premiere by Le Wang
“Sojourner” by Gregory Dawson (2025)

🌟 Festival at Highmark Mann, May 21-22, 2027 at TD Pavilion at Highmark Mann
Featuring an all Justin Peck program- “In Creases” (2012), “Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming” (2018), and “Become a Mountain” (2022)

🌟 Summer Series, July 7-18, 2027 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre
World Premiere by Mthuthuzeli November
World Premiere by Natasha Adorlee
World Premiere by Choreographic Fellow Phoebe Jewitt

Subscriptions go on sale July 15, and renewals are available now. Visit our website to explore the season! https://www.balletx.org/season-and-tickets/26-27-season/

📷 Gabriel Bienczycki
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1923 Washington Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19146

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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