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New Jersey Ballet presents Red, White and Blue

Friday, November 13, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with New Jersey Ballet in a powerful evening of dance that captures the spirit, energy, innovation and resilience of the nation through the language of ballet. Red, White and Blue brings together iconic masterworks and bold contemporary voices in a program that reflects the many dimensions of the American experience while honoring New Jersey’s essential role in the fight for independence and the shaping of the nation. 

   
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The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Sunday, November 15, 2026 @ 6:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey New Brunswick, NJ

A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier® Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and an MC.

   
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2026 Princeton Dance Festival

Friday, November 20, 2026 @ 8:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

The 2026 Princeton Dance Festival features new and repertory works by nationally and internationally recognized choreographers, performed by more than 60 Princeton students in an energetic program of dances from a surprising range of dance forms. The Festival program includes:

   
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2026 Princeton Dance Festival

Saturday, November 21, 2026 @ 2:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

The 2026 Princeton Dance Festival features new and repertory works by nationally and internationally recognized choreographers, performed by more than 60 Princeton students in an energetic program of dances from a surprising range of dance forms. The Festival program includes:

   



 


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2026 Princeton Dance Festival

Saturday, November 21, 2026 @ 8:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ

The 2026 Princeton Dance Festival features new and repertory works by nationally and internationally recognized choreographers, performed by more than 60 Princeton students in an energetic program of dances from a surprising range of dance forms. The Festival program includes:

   
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New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony

Friday, December 11, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ

New Jersey Ballet’s beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by New Jersey Symphony. 

   
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New Jersey Ballet's The Nutcracker with New Jersey Symphony

Friday, December 11, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ

Brent Chancellor conductor (for December 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20 concerts)
Ricardo Ferro conductor (for December 24, 26 & 27 concerts)
New Jersey Ballet
New Jersey Symphony

   

 




EVENT PREVIEWS


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Hip Hop Nutcracker
November 15, 2026

American Repertory Ballet presents "The Nutcracker" in Princeton, Red Bank, and New Brunswick
November 27, 2026

Madison Arts Center presents Carolyn Dorfman Dance
December 5, 2026