Of course, the New York City ballet is the most famous, but did you know that NYC is home to a number of different dance companies? New York City also has many venues that host dance companies from around the world.
1. The New York City Ballet
Paul Kolnik
New York's eponymous ballet company, the New York City Ballet calls the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center home, and performs during the summer at its other home: the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, New York. The New York City Ballet performs both classic and modern ballets. If you've got a ballet-loving kid in your family, the NYCB allows children five and over to attend performances.
2. American Ballet Theatre
Founded in 1940, American Ballet Theatre tours the U.S. performing for more than 600,000 people each year. The American Ballet Theatre performs a diverse repertoire at the Metropolitan Opera House each year. The repertoire includes both classic and contemporary ballets, and they also have an array of offerings geared toward children and families.3. The Brooklyn Ballet
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Founded in 2002, the Brooklyn Ballet creates and performs contemporary ballets that reflect the multicultural nature of Brooklyn. Performances take place in downtown Brooklyn, which is easily accessible by subway.
