About Us

Jersey City Ballet Theater is a professional ballet company and school dedicated to the art of classical ballet and the development of aspiring dancers. Founded in Jersey City, New Jersey by Judith Elins Palacio and Richard Palacio, the company combines technical excellence with artistic innovation, offering performances and comprehensive training programs for all ages and levels.

As a professional ballet company, Jersey City Ballet Theater strives to present a wide range of ballet repertoire, ensuring a diverse and engaging cultural experience for its audiences. The company features talented dancers who have performed both nationally and internationally, bringing passion and precision to the stage.

The school offers an exceptional curriculum, with a focus on building a strong foundation in classical ballet technique while fostering creativity, discipline, and artistic expression. Students receive instruction from highly trained and experienced faculty members who nurture each dancer's potential, preparing them for professional careers or providing them with the skills needed for a lifelong love of dance.

Whether through performance or education, Jersey City Ballet Theater is committed to enriching the cultural landscape of Hudson County and beyond by providing accessible, affordable performances, educational and training programs, and inspiring the next generation of dancers.

Our Mission

To preserve the art, tradition, and history of classical ballet and offer ballet performances to a wide range of audiences.

To keep ballet dance relevant and timely by creating opportunities for new works by emerging choreographers and performing artists.

To establish a school that trains students of all ages in ballet and the related arts.

To create a diverse community of educators, dancers, and artists.

To be a center for creativity and make dance accessible to community residents of all ages and dancers of all levels.

To help dancers remain current in the ever-changing landscape of the arts.