Katie Reiser, for Isthmus Madison, writes about Pointes of View, calling it “the perfect entry point for potentially reluctant audience members.”

Pier Carlo Talenti, host of Art Restart podcast, interviews Ja’Malik — talking leadership, contemporary programming and how the company is growing audiences while others struggle.

David Tabachnick, for Isthmus Madison, writes “Madison Ballet is putting on a remarkable show called ‘Rock the Ballet.’ Prepare for frequent applause and standing ovations as happened Friday night.”

Jonathan Gramling, for The Capital City Hues, writes about Ja’Malik, who was hired as Madison Ballet’s artistic director in July 2022 and six months later was named its interim CEO.

Marion Elbow, special to the Cap Times, writes about Davis & Dvořák, a Masterworks collaboration with Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and Madison Ballet.

Erica Pinigis, special to the Cap Times, reviews Mozart and More. "Art like this pushes viewers to see things differently, affirm their values or dream of a better world. In “Mozart & More,” Madison Ballet delivers, stepping each pointe shoe, combat boot and sock-clad foot into a better future.”

DANCE Magazine: Ballet and musical premieres, U.S. debuts, and a raucous celebration of a long-awaited theater opening guarantee a packed performance calendar this February. Here’s what’s at the top of our list.

Steve Sucato, of Pointe Magazine, writes about the transformation of Madison Ballet underneath the direction of Ja’ Malik.

Steve Sucato, of Pointe Magazine, writes about the transformation of Madison Ballet underneath the direction of Ja’ Malik.

Madison Ballet is thrilled to announce the company’s return to the Capitol Theater at the Overture Center for the Arts for the 2023/24 season finale, TIMELESS.

Dance writer, Maureen Janson Heintz, reviews LOVE. “Solidifying its identity as a midwest repertory ballet company, in its varied and well-balanced concert, Madison Ballet's LOVE spanned history and style in a concise evening of dances...”

Dan Van Note, special to the Cap Times, reviews LOVE.

Continuing their 42nd season, Madison Ballet is excited to announce the first program of 2024, LOVE. Love, an intense feeling of deep affection, is the driving force behind their winter repertory program.

Dan Van Note, special to the Cap Times, reviews The Nutcracker.

Dan Van Note, special to the Cap Times, reviews opening night of INNOVATiON and it’s five world premieres of ballet.

Wisconsin State Journal’s Melissa Perry previews Madison Ballet’s INNOVATION, a program meant to challenge common perceptions of ballet and demonstrate ballet that is younger, fresher, and more relevant to audiences today.

Madison, WI – Madison Ballet is excited to announce the first program of their 42nd season, Innovation. Comprised of five world premieres of new ballet works, Innovation will present ballet in a new perspective to audiences.

In a blog post for the Overture Center, author Marie Pauls writes, “Guided by their vision “to shape ballet into an inclusive art form,” their groundbreaking new works honor and represent a diversity of artists...”

Interested in performing in Madison Ballet’s The Nutcracker? We’re looking for dancers and holding auditions next month.

Madison Ballet is excited to announce our 42nd Season, Unbound. Fans of contemporary and classical ballet alike will find works to enjoy among our four productions, Innovation, The Nutcracker, Love, and Timeless.