Joffrey Ballet School

We are excited to celebrate Jay Pavlick, a graduating student in the Ballet Trainee concentration at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City! Throughout his time at Joffrey, Jay has shown a friendly, contagious energy, strong growth, and a persevering spirit paired with a thoughtful creative eye.

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As he prepares to take the stage for his final MainStage performance this May, we are honored to witness the culmination of his commitment and hard work. This moment marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things Jay will achieve beyond Joffrey!⁠

Our graduation ceremony will take place Sunday, May 10th, at 11:00 AM at Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space. Click the “Continuum: Our Kinetic Lineage” link in bio to purchase your tickets today!

📸 Jeremy Kyle

In our Children’s Ballet Program, the love for dance begins in the smallest moments.

This International Dance Day, we celebrate the early steps that shape a dancer’s journey, where curiosity, joy, and imagination come together in the studio. Each class builds confidence and connection, giving dancers a space to explore movement and discover how to express themselves.

It is here that a lasting relationship with dance starts to grow, one class at a time.

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On International Dance Day, we celebrate the many ways our dancers continue to grow and expand as artists.

In faculty member Jason Luks’s Theater Dance class, our Jazz & Contemporary Trainee concentration upperclassmen into a different side of performance, learning how to work with the camera. With Angelo Soriano behind the lens, dancers explored how movement translates on screen, bringing awareness to detail, intention, and presence in a new way.

With his extensive professional background both in performance and behind the camera, Jason offers a unique perspective that expands how our dancers approach their work. We’re excited to see how this process comes to life on video soon!

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Last summer in Italy, dancers trained across disciplines in a setting where history and movement meet. Inside our Joffrey Italy Summer Intensive, the work connects classical foundations with contemporary and street styles, creating a dynamic, multidisciplinary experience under the direction of Artistic Director Diego Salterini .⁠

Dancers are immersed in a focused schedule of Classical Ballet, Contemporary, and Street Jazz, moving between styles that reflect both the legacy and evolution of dance across Europe. Each class builds versatility, musicality, and a broader understanding of movement across genres.⁠

Set in Catanzaro, the experience extends beyond the studio, offering a unique cultural environment where dancers engage with training in both Italian and English. It is a week shaped by exploration, connection, and a deeper relationship to the art form.⁠

✨ Joffrey Italy Summer Intensive
Ages 11-25
August 3, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Join us in Italy this summer— LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE! Click here to learn more: https://www.joffreyballetschool.com/summer-intensives/joffrey-italy/

The Joffrey Ballet School Children’s & Youth Ballet Programs proudly present the innovative retelling of the classic TheWonderful Wizard of Oz.

Join Dorothy and Toto and their trusted friends, Tinman, Lion and Scarecrow who together with the help of the Good Witches of the North and South, follow the Yellow Brick Road in search of theGreat and powerful Wizard in the Emerald City. Dance down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy as she meets strange and odd characters; witches, flying monkeys, castle guards, enchanted poppies, a yellow brick road that comes to life, dancing corn cobs and more!
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📅 Performance Date: May 17, 2026 at 12:00pm and 3:00pm
📍 Location: LaGuardia Performing Arts Center
⁠🎟️ Click here for tickets: https://www.showpass.com/jbswizardofoz2026/

We are excited to celebrate Breeanna Palmer, a graduating student in the Ballet Trainee concentration at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City! Throughout her time at Joffrey, Breeanna has shown exceptional technical precision, a persistent and hardworking approach, and a calming presence in the studio.

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As a member of the Joffrey Concert Group, Annika has gained invaluable stage experience and industry insight. As she prepares to take the stage for her final MainStage performance this May, we are honored to witness the culmination of her commitment and hard work. This moment marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things Breeanna will achieve beyond Joffrey!⁠

Our graduation ceremony will take place Sunday, May 10th, at 11:00 AM at Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space. Click the “Continuum: Our Kinetic Lineage” link in bio to purchase your tickets today!

📸 Jeremy Kyle

We are excited to celebrate Claudia Mancilla Zulueta, a graduating student in the Jazz & Contemporary Trainee concentration at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City! Throughout her time at Joffrey, Claudia has shown a strong presence in the room, refined modern expertise, and a distinct artistic voice.

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As she prepares to take the stage for her final MainStage performance this May, we are honored to witness the culmination of her commitment and hard work. This moment marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things Claudia will achieve beyond Joffrey!⁠

Our graduation ceremony will take place Sunday, May 10th, at 11:00 AM at Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space. Click the “Continuum: Our Kinetic Lineage” link in bio to purchase your tickets today!

📸 Jeremy Kyle

A full day of training and discovery unfolded earlier this month at the 2026 ICONS Dance Festival Master Classes, bringing dancers into the room with leading artists across the industry.

BH2, Ballet Hispánico’s second company , began with a ballet barre led by Director Blanca Huertas , followed by learning company repertoire from “Sombrerísimo” by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa , guided by Rodney Hamilton .

Limón2 came next, with Artistic Director Dante Puleio leading a class rooted in Limón technique, exploring weight, breath, and intention.

The Joffrey Concert Group closed the experience with Artistic Director Bradley Shelver , who guided dancers through movement phrases and repertoire from his works “And The Things That Remain” and “3114,” offering insight into his process and approach.

Across every class, dancers engaged with different movement languages, building versatility, deepening technique, and connecting through a shared commitment to the work. We are grateful to all of the artists, faculty, and dancers who made this experience possible.

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In faculty member Sekou McMiller’s Latin Jazz class, our Jazz & Contemporary Trainee concentration students get to experience his expertise. His approach pushes dancers to stay locked into the music, refining precision through repetition while building stamina and confidence in the style.

The class carries a vibrant, joyful energy, grounded in his reminder to “live your life” fully through the movement. It becomes a space where dancers let go, commit, and bring their full selves into the work while staying deeply connected to the rhythm.

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The energy carried from the classroom to the stage last summer right in the heart of New York City! Inside our NYC Jazz & Contemporary Summer Intensive: SPECTRUM, dancers train across styles in a fast-moving environment that bridges concert and commercial dance under the direction of Artistic Director Angelica Stiskin .⁠

Dancers are immersed in a rigorous and diverse schedule that challenges technique while expanding artistic range. Working with our incredible faculty, this program encourages adaptability, musicality, and a deeper connection to performance across styles.⁠

Each day builds toward performance, with rehearsals integrated into the process and a focus on developing both technical strength and artistic voice. The experience culminates in a fully produced theater performance in New York City, bringing the full scope of the work to life on stage.⁠

✨ NYC Jazz & Contemporary Summer Intensive: SPECTRUM
Ages 8-25
July 13, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Join us in New York this summer— LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE! Click here to learn more: https://www.joffreyballetschool.com/summer-intensives/new-york-city-jazz-and-contemporary/

In our Open Class Program, ballet offers a meaningful way to stay active, build strength, and maintain flexibility. It creates time in your day to reconnect with your body, move with intention, and experience the clarity that comes through movement.

With thoughtful guidance from our faculty, each class supports both physical awareness and mental focus, making space for growth in a way that feels sustainable and fulfilling.

All OPEN CLASSES are taught at our flagship studios in the West Village of New York City!⁠ Click herehttp://www.joffreyballetschool.com/open-classes/ to reserve your spot for an upcoming class.

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