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Roxey Ballet Company to present Family-Friendly Production: "The Pied Piper of Hamelin"

originally published: 04/05/2025

(EWING, NJ) -- Roxey Ballet Company is thrilled to announce its upcoming family-friendly production of The Pied Piper of Hamelin, showcasing the incredible talents of local student dancers alongside the company's renowned professional and international artists. Performances take place in New Hope, PA on May 10th and Ewing, NJ on May 17, 2025.

This contemporary reimagining of The Pied Piper of Hamelin is a high-energy, zany romp through the notorious German folk tale. Set to rock-opera style anthems and featuring upbeat choreography, the production tells the story of a rat-catcher dressed in vibrant, multicolored clothing who is hired by a medieval town to lure away a plague of rats with his magical pipe. The production features original music and lyrics by Richard Jarboe and Harvey Shield, bringing a dynamic, modern twist to this classic tale.

This production highlights Roxey Ballet Company’s commitment to arts education and community involvement by providing local dance students the opportunity to perform alongside seasoned professionals.

In a sensory-friendly version (May 10th) of The Pied Piper of Hamelin, the story unfolds in a gentle and inclusive way, ensuring that all audiences, including those with sensory sensitivities, can enjoy it comfortably. The music is lowered, there is a live sign language interpreter, textile corners, and more.  There are smooth transitions to avoid overwhelming flashes or sudden changes. This retelling maintains the charm of the classic tale while prioritizing accessibility and comfort for everyone.

Pre Performance workshop (FREE) on May 17th- Children ages 4-10 are encouraged to join us at the theater early at 1:00pm for a chance to dance with select characters, learn about the story, and create movement to the iconic music that comes from the Piper’s flute! Children are encouraged to wear their favorite dance clothes or comfortable attire suitable for movement.  




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Performance Dates & Ticket Information:

* Saturday, May 10th at 4:00pm - Sensory-Friendly Presentation. Location: 46 North Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA 18938

* Saturday, May 17th at 2:00pmLocation: Villa Victoria Theater, 376 Upper Ferry Rd, Ewing, NJ



The Roxey Ballet began in 1995 as the Hunterdon Youth Ballet when professional dancers, Mark and Melissa Roxey, brought world-class professional dance training and performance opportunities to Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Bucks  County, Pennsylvania. Mark and Melissa both had distinguished careers with American dance companies including The Joffrey Ballet, American Repertory Ballet, and Dayton Ballet, among others.

As the regional youth ballet company began to grow, the trustees of the Hunterdon County Youth Ballet changed its name to The Roxey Ballet Company, Inc to reflect its clear direction and development into an outstanding touring professional dance company with a superb roster of internationally recognized artists from all over the world. Today audiences enjoy more than 70 repertory works and a wide range of  full-length ballets.

The company has performed extensively around the country including New York, Massachusetts, Virginia, and Washington DC for the 2008 Inauguration of President Obama. The company is currently experiencing  a major transition in its life cycle and is committed to procuring high-quality artists and original repertory works from emerging and established choreographers.

The Roxey Ballet's typical season includes performances from September through June of each year, including a Fall main-stage concert, the holiday classic production of The Nutcracker, a Winter event, and Children's Classic Stories spring productions. The remainder of the season is spent conducting a variety of services and concerts, from  educational performances, workshops, and residencies, to master classes  and touring.




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The Mill Ballet School is the official school of Roxey Ballet.

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