Madison Ballet makes 'Jekyll & Hyde' a psychological thriller
Oct 25, 2026, story by Marion Elbow, Special to the Cap Times
Madison Ballet makes 'Jekyll & Hyde' a psychological thriller
Getting into Character: Ben Shepard and Alex Vrba on Becoming Jekyll & Hyde
Madison Ballet company dancers Ben Shepard and Alex Vrba take on the roles of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde in Madison Ballet’s upcoming world premiere of Jekyll & Hyde.
WMTV 15 News interview with Ja’ Malik
Madison Ballet opens its 45th season with the world premiere of "Jekyll and Hyde." Executive Artistic Director Ja’ Malik joined WMTV 15 host Leigh Mills to talk about the ballet on the Wednesday, October 21, 4pm live broadcast.
Setting the Stage for Jekyll & Hyde with Lighting Designer Julie Ballard
Lighting designer Julie Ballard discusses the art of illuminating dance and the collaborative process behind Madison Ballet’s upcoming production of Jekyll & Hyde.
Janessa Urwin on the Art of Costume Design for Jekyll & Hyde
From the studio to the costume shop, professional dancer turned costume designer Janessa Urwin brings a performer’s perspective to Madison Ballet’s upcoming production of Jekyll & Hyde.
The Two Sides of Jekyll & Hyde: Ja’ Malik and Richard Walters on Creating a New Ballet
For Madison Ballet’s 45th anniversary season, two choreographers are bringing Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story to the stage and discovering how its contradictions can open new possibilities for ballet.
Madison Ballet’s Next Chapter: Bringing Ballet Into the Community
As Madison Ballet begins its 45th season, Madison Ballet Outreach is bringing the company’s dancers, artists, and creative process beyond the theater and into the community.
Madison Ballet’s ‘Pointes of View’ is vibrant and accessible
Katie Reiser, for Isthmus Madison, writes about Pointes of View, calling it “the perfect entry point for potentially reluctant audience members.”
Rebuilding Ballet on New Terms: Ja' Malik
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.
Madison Ballet’s ‘Rock the Ballet’ is endlessly inventive
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.”
Ja’Malik Is Entering His Fourth Year Leading Madison Ballet: Discover Ballet!
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.
Wisconsin orchestra's ‘Davis & Dvořák’ dances into Capitol Theater
Marion Elbow, special to the Cap Times, writes about Davis & Dvořák, a Masterworks collaboration with Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and Madison Ballet.
Madison Ballet’s ‘Mozart & More’ breaks out of the box
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.”
6 Performance Offerings Worth Checking Out This February
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.
Madison Ballet ends season with 'Timeless' blend of old and new
Steve Sucato, of Pointe Magazine, writes about the transformation of Madison Ballet underneath the direction of Ja’ Malik.
Madison Ballet Comes Into Its Own Under Director Ja' Malik
Steve Sucato, of Pointe Magazine, writes about the transformation of Madison Ballet underneath the direction of Ja’ Malik.
TIMELESS, Madison Ballet's 42nd season finale, presents two world premieres with choreography by Artistic Director 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 Review: Madison Ballet's LOVE
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...”
'LOVE' conquers all in Madison Ballet's romantic new production
Dan Van Note, special to the Cap Times, reviews LOVE.
Madison Ballet's LOVE features premieres from Stephanie Martinez, Ja' Malik and Richard Walters
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.