(PARAMUS, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra will join the members of the internationally renowned Donetsk Ballet, one of Eastern Europe’s foremost dance companies, and students of the Midland Park, NJ based Miss Patti's School of Dance in the 19th Annual production of Tchaikovsky’s universally timeless masterwork, The Nutcracker Ballet presented by JulieDance. Performances run Friday, December 7 at 7:30pm, Saturday, December 8 at 7:00pm and Sunday, December 9 at 2:00pm.  All performances take place at Paramus Catholic High School, 425 Paramus Road in Paramus, NJ. Tickets are $40-$45.... READ ON

(NEWARK, NJ) -- In a unique collaboration created to advance the vitality and diversity of dance in New Jersey, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) and M&T Bank have announced a partnership naming M&T Bank as the title sponsor of the Arts Center’s dance series, an inclusive lineup of 10 programs scheduled now through June 14, 2019.... READ ON

(OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater, Monmouth County’s newest professional ballet company, announces an exciting line up of ballets for the 2019 season including “Jungle Book,” “Alice in Wonderland,” and “The Nutcracker Rocks.” A new subscription plan allows dance lovers to enjoy all three ballets with a season discount.... READ ON

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents American Repertory Ballet's Nutcracker for five performances from December 21 through December 23. American Repertory Ballet (ARB) brings the beloved classic Nutcracker to the stage with Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, stunning sets, thrilling choreography, and a cast of more than 100 performers.  All five American Repertory Ballet performances include a live orchestra and the Princeton Girlchoir.Tickets range from $25-$65. ... READ ON

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Peak Performances’ 2018-2019 season of genre-and-convention-defying performances continues with Smashed, Gandini Juggling’s acclaimed work inspired by the choreography of Pina Bausch, directed by Sean Gandini and assistant directed by Kati Ylä-Hokkala. Smashed comes to the Alexander Kasser Theater at Montclair State University (1 Normal Ave., Montclair, NJ) December 13-16.... READ ON

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- For the 36th year, the Atlantic City Ballet will once again bring their spectacular holiday theatrical production of The Nutcracker to Atlantic City, Galloway, and Lakewood. The Nutcracker is a treasured classic that tells the story of a little girl named Clara who is given a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve. Embarking on a wondrous journey through the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of Sweets, Clara encounters many unforgettable and timeless characters. Young and old alike will experiencethe many magical moments, of this beloved holiday ballet. ... READ ON

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Adventure awaits when a young girl’s dream of a magical Nutcracker hits the stage at the Lackland Performing Arts Center, December 14, 15 and 16 in Hackettstown. Over 45 talented dancers from Northampton, PA, and Hunterdon, Morris, Sussex, Warren counties in NJ and have earned roles in the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet’s (NJCYB) new production of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite.... READ ON

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Kwanzaa Festival and Marketplace featuring free Kwanzaa Family Festival and Forces of Nature Dance Theatre on Friday, December 14 and Saturday, December 15. ... READ ON

(NEWARK, NJ) -- For the 21st year, Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company will present a colorful and vibrant special Chinese New Year Celebration at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday and Sunday, February 2 and 3, 2019 at 2:00pm. Tickets are $25-45 and are available online or by phone at (888) GO-NJPAC.... READ ON

(HIGHLAND PARK, NJ) -- 10 Hairy Legs, the all-male repertory dance company has commissioned Larry Keigwin and Adam Barruch to create new works for the company that will debut during its New York Season at New York Live Arts June 26 – 29, 2019.... READ ON