named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
A Christmas Carol
Annual full-length ballet production based on the Charles Dickens novel, performed at UPAC for over 25 years with a cast of 65 dancers, actors, and stage professionals.
Educational Outreach Program
Dance demonstrations and lectures performed at elementary schools, senior centers, and community organizations in the Hudson Valley.
Festival of Dance
Spring production featuring dance companies from NYC to Saratoga, showcasing styles including classical ballet, modern, ethnic, jazz, and hip hop.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosts annual "Festival of Dance" featuring regional performersOrganizes and presents an annual "Festival of Dance" showcasing regional dance companies and performers across multiple dance styles.
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Operates a local dance company providing performance opportunitiesOperates a dance company based in Saugerties, NY, providing a platform for professional and aspiring dancers to showcase their talents and advance creative expression in dance.
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Produces and presents innovative dance performances and new worksCreates and stages innovative dance productions including contemporary ballets and original works such as "Mater Suspiriorum," which features a dark comedy tango and a contemporary ballet exploring themes of the dance world.
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Annual Ballet Performances with Community Engagement 1 activity
- Produces annual full-length ballet adaptation of "A Christmas Carol"Stages a full-length ballet adaptation of "A Christmas Carol" annually at the Ulster Performing Arts Center (UPAC) with a cast of approximately 65 performers, a tradition ongoing for over 25 years.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Provides dance performances and demonstrations in schools and community settingsDelivers dance performances, demonstrations, and lectures at elementary schools, nursing homes, senior centers, and community organizations throughout the Hudson Valley region.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$47K
Contributions & grants$4011%
Program service revenue$39K82%
Investment income$1760%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$36K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$133K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$133K
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1038.0%
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Anna Devine Elementary School Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- Bieje Chapman Partner — Choreographer collaborating with Ulster Ballet Company on the "Mater Suspiriorum" program.
- Hudson Valley German America Society Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- Marlboro School Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- PulseCo Dance Partner — Collaborated on the creation and performance of new dance works for the Holiday Showcase.
- Robert Graves School Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- Sara Miot Partner — Former New York City Ballet dancer and choreographer who collaborates with artistic directors on repertoire production.
- Saugerties Ballet Partner — Collaborates with the owner and artistic director of Saugerties Ballet on artistic programming.
- Saugerties Ballet Center Partner — Hosts auditions for Ulster Dance Company's production of "A Christmas Carol."
- The Cabrini Home Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- The Chancellor Livingston School Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- UPAC Partner — Venue partner for the annual performance of "A Christmas Carol."
- Ulster Dance Company Partner — Collaborates with Ulster Dance Company in acknowledgment of shared supporters and programming.
- Ulster Performing Arts Center Partner — Venue partner for performances including the annual production of "A Christmas Carol".
- Woodstock Elementary School Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
- Woodstock Senior Citizens Partner — Host site for Ulster Ballet Company dance demonstration and lecture.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Arts Outreach Through Live Performancemethodology: arts-outreach-through-live-performanceBy using live dance demonstrations and lectures, the organization educates and engages students, seniors, and community groups, because direct, experiential exposure to ballet increases accessibility and fosters lasting appreciation for the art form.
- Community-Engaged Artistic Platformmethodology: community-based performance platformBy providing open access to performance and collaboration opportunities for professional and aspiring dancers, the organization strengthens community engagement and artistic development, because inclusive participation fosters ownership, skill growth, and higher-quality productions through diverse contributions.
- Donor-Supported Arts Sustainabilitymethodology: donor-supported arts programmingBy relying on donor funding, the organization sustains a balance of educational initiatives, artistic innovation, and preservation of traditional works, because stable financial support enables long-term programming that might not be viable through ticket sales alone.
- Story-Driven Ballet Programmingmethodology: literary-adaptationBy adapting literary works and combining classic narratives with original choreography, the organization engages audiences more deeply, because familiar stories serve as accessible entry points that enhance emotional resonance and critical reflection on dance traditions.