{"id":54915,"date":"2025-11-28T17:58:06","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T17:58:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/54915\/"},"modified":"2025-11-28T17:58:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T17:58:06","slug":"new-jersey-ballet-presents-the-nutcracker-at-bergenpac-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/54915\/","title":{"rendered":"New Jersey Ballet presents &#8220;The Nutcracker&#8221; at bergenPAC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>originally published: 11\/28\/2025<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5.jpg\" height=\"750px;\" width=\"600px&quot;\"\/><\/p>\n<p>(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) &#8212; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.njballet.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New Jersey Ballet<\/a> brings The Nutcracker to Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) for four performances from December 6-7, 2025. \u00a0The company&#8217;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&#8217;s iconic score.<\/p>\n<p>New Jersey Ballet\u2019s Nutcracker is the longest running original professional production in the state. The production debuted in Millburn in 1971 with the international star of New York City Ballet Edward Villella as the Cavalier. Since then, the company has given approximately 800 performances in theatres throughout New Jersey, with more than 5,000 dancers and children, and over a million viewers. Many in the audience who saw the production as children now bring their own children and grandchildren to see this cherished holiday tradition.<\/p>\n<p>Best for ages 4 and older.\u00a0\u202fRunning time is\u202f2 hours including one intermission.<\/p>\n<p>Performances take place Saturday, December 6 at 1:00pm &amp; 4:30pm; and Sunday, December 7 at 1:00pm &amp; 4:30pm. Tickets range from $35-$65 and are\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergenpac.org\/events\/detail\/new-jersey-ballets-the-nutcracker-with-new-jersey-symphony\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">available for purchase<\/a>\u00a0online or by calling the Box Office at (201) 816-8160. Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) is located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Engelwood, New Jersey.<\/p>\n<p>Founded in 1958, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njballet.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New Jersey Ballet<\/a> has been committed to presenting and expanding ballet to communities throughout New Jersey and beyond for over sixty-five years. The Company has built a reputation for excellence, offering audiences a rich tapestry of performances that showcase both timeless classics and cutting-edge contemporary works.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newjerseystage.com\/advertise\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Promote your shows at New Jersey Stage! Click here for info<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Since 2021, New Jersey Ballet has been expanding under the artistic leadership of Maria Kowroski. Ms. Kowroski, a former principal dancer at New York City Ballet for twenty-five years, brings her vast experience and vision to New Jersey Ballet. Under her direction, the Company\u2019s repertory has grown to include works by choreographers such as George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, Christopher Wheeldon, Justin Peck, Peter Martins and\u202fGustavao Sansano. Additionally, Ms. Kowroski has commissioned new innovative works by Harrison Ball, a former New York City Ballet principal dancer, and Lauren Lovette, the Resident Choreographer of Paul Taylor Dance Company and former New York City Ballet principal dancer.<\/p>\n<p>Ms. Kowroski\u2019s leadership has elevated New Jersey Ballet to new heights of prominence. The Company has performed at prestigious venues such as Lincoln Center in New York for Dance Against Cancer, Kaatsban in Tivoli, New York and Works in Process at the Guggenheim. These performances have not only showcased the extraordinary talent of New Jersey Ballet\u2019s dancers but also highlighted the Company\u2019s commitment to artistic growth and community engagement.<\/p>\n<p>New Jersey Ballet\u2019s long history is marked by a dedication to providing world-class ballet experiences. Through innovative programming, educational outreach and a steadfast commitment to artistic excellence, New Jersey Ballet continues to inspire and captivate audiences, ensuring a vibrant future for ballet in New Jersey and beyond.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bergenpac.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)<\/a>\u00a0is located at\u00a030 North Van Brunt Street in\u00a0Englewood, New Jersey.\u00a0Founded in 2003, the 1,367-seat bergenPAC\u00a0is the area\u2019s cultural mecca. Housed in a historic Art Deco-style theater boasting one of the finest acoustic halls in the United States,\u00a0bergenPAC\u00a0attracts a stellar roster of world-class entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>The jewel in their crown is\u00a0The Performing Arts School at bergenPAC\u00a0\u2013 the innovative, educational performing arts initiative that, through programs, classes, outreach, school shows, and main theater presented shows, reach more than 30,000 students and community youth annually.\u00a0The Performing Arts School\u00a0provides community youth, age 2 months to 21 years, with unique, \u201chands-on\u201d training in music, dance and theater by industry professionals. It is through the ongoing generosity of sponsors, donors, members, and patrons that the not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) corporation\u00a0bergenPAC\u00a0and\u00a0The Performing Arts School\u00a0are able to thrive and enrich our community.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>To narrow results by date range, categories,<br \/>or region of New Jersey<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newjerseystage.com\/articles\/AdvancedEvents.php\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">click here<\/a> for our advanced search.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To narrow results by date range, categories,<br \/>or region of New Jersey<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newjerseystage.com\/articles\/AdvancedEvents.php\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">click here<\/a> for our advanced search.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newjerseystage.com\/articles2\/2025\/11\/16\/ballet-arts-and-patisserie-florentine-present-the-nutcracker-sweet-and-sugar-plum-tea-party-festive-fundraiser-benefiting-the-adelphi-orchestra\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/nutcracker.jpg\" alt=\"Ballet Arts and Patisserie Florentine present: The Nutcracker Sweet &amp; Sugar Plum Tea Party Festive Fundraiser Benefiting the Adelphi Orchestra\" width=\"150\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Ballet Arts and Patisserie Florentine present: The Nutcracker Sweet &amp; Sugar Plum Tea Party Festive Fundraiser Benefiting the Adelphi Orchestra<br \/>November 28, 2025<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newjerseystage.com\/articles2\/2025\/11\/03\/rvcc-arts-presents-nutcracker-magical-christmas-ballet\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/rvcc-Nov3a.jpg\" alt=\"RVCC Arts presents &quot;Nutcracker! 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