named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Nutcracker Production
Professional ballet performance at the Bardavon Opera House featuring local dancers and guest artists from leading ballet companies, including sensory-sensitive performances.
Master Class Series
Annual series offering training for local dancers taught by renowned professionals such as Daniel Ulbricht and Wendy Whelan.
Ray Delle Robbins Sponsorship
Financial sponsorship program for students at the New Paltz School of Ballet in memory of costume designer Ray Delle Robbins.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Annual Ballet Performances with Community Engagement 5 activities
- Annual production of The NutcrackerProduces and performs an annual production of The Nutcracker at the Bardavon 1869 Opera House in Poughkeepsie, NY, featuring multiple performances including school shows, public shows, and a sensory-sensitive performance introduced in 2019. The production has been held annually since 1996.
- Production design and set upgradesRegularly enhances production quality through set design improvements, including the addition of a whimsical castle and updated backdrops for The Nutcracker, with major upgrades completed in 2019, 2022, and 2024.
- Sensory-sensitive performancesOrganizes recurring sensory-sensitive performances of The Nutcracker designed for audiences with sensory, social, and learning differences, first introduced in 2019 as part of the annual production series.
- Spring ballet productionsProduces seasonal spring performances featuring full-length or excerpted classical ballets such as Peter and the Wolf, Coppelia, Firebird, Swan Lake, and Les Sylphide, often with guest artists from professional companies.
- Touring performances of The NutcrackerPresents a touring version of The Nutcracker at local resorts such as Mohonk Mountain House and Rocking Horse Ranch, offering complimentary performances to overnight guests on an annual basis.
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Performing Arts Ticket Access Programs 1 activity
- Community ticket donation programProvides complimentary tickets to productions for disadvantaged families through donations coordinated with local shelters, increasing access to live ballet performances.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Master Class Series for dancersHosts an annual Master Class Series featuring renowned professional dancers such as Daniel Ulbricht, Wendy Whelan, Garielle Whittle, Trevor Naumann, and Katie Critchlow, offering instruction to students at the New Paltz School of Ballet since 2014.
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Dance Program Access and Scholarship Support 1 activity
- Ray Delle Memorial Sponsorship programAdministers the Ray Delle Memorial Sponsorship (also known as Raye Delle Robbins Sponsorship) to provide financial support for students enrolled at the New Paltz School of Ballet, enabling access to dance education.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$94K
Contributions & grants$5K5%
Program service revenue$80K85%
Investment income——
Other revenue$2
expenses
Total expenses$81K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$66K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$66K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +61.3%
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Bardavon 1869 Opera House Partner — Partner venue for the annual Nutcracker performance.
- Bardavon 1869 Opera House Partner — Partner venue for the annual Nutcracker production.
- Bardavon 1869 Opera House Partner — Partner venue for the annual production of The Nutcracker.
- Bardavon 1869 Opera House Partner — Produces the annual Nutcracker performance at this venue.
- Bardavon 1869 Opera House Partner — Venue partner for the annual full-scale production of The Nutcracker.
- Bardavon 1869 Opera House Partner — Venue partner hosting the annual production of The Nutcracker.
- Bardavon Opera House Partner — Hosts annual performances of The Nutcracker and other productions.
- Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra Partner — Provides guest violinist Anastasia Antoniv for live musical performances in NPBT productions.
- Dutchess County Tourism Partner — Collaborated on sensory-sensitive performance of The Nutcracker
- Hudson Valley Philharmonic Partner — Performed alongside NPBT in the 2004 production of Carmina Burana.
- Leading Ballet Companies Partner — Collaborates with professional artists from leading ballet companies to support productions.
- Mohonk Mountain House Partner — Hosts touring performances of The Nutcracker by New Paltz Ballet Theatre for resort guests.
- Mohonk Mountain House Partner — Receives travel cast performances from NPBT annually.
- New Paltz School of Ballet Partner — Official school of the organization, serving as the base for student programs and sponsorships.
- New Paltz School of Ballet Partner — Official school of the organization, serving as the base for student sponsorship and educational programs.
- New Paltz School of Ballet Partner — Official school partner of the New Paltz Ballet Theatre, providing student dancers for productions.
- New Paltz School of Ballet Partner — Provides dance sponsorships to students enrolled at the New Paltz School of Ballet
- New York City Ballet Partner — Collaborates with guest artists from New York City Ballet for performances and choreography.
- New York City Ballet Partner — Source of professional dancers who participate in NPBT productions.
- Rocking Horse Ranch Partner — Hosts touring performances of The Nutcracker by New Paltz Ballet Theatre for resort guests.
- Rocking Horse Ranch Partner — Receives travel cast performances from NPBT annually.
- The Bardavon Partner — Hosted sensory-sensitive performance of The Nutcracker
- Think DIFFERENTLY Dutchess County Partner — Collaborated on sensory-sensitive performance of The Nutcracker
strategies · 5
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.
- Legacy-Based Artistic Continuitymethodology: legacy-based programmingBy integrating Ray Delle Robbins’ artistic vision into ongoing productions and education programs, the organization maintains a distinct creative identity because sustained legacy programming reinforces institutional coherence and long-term community connection.
- Performance-Integrated Education Modelmethodology: performance-and-educationBy combining professional ballet performances with educational outreach and student sponsorship, the organization supports dance training and community engagement because direct exposure to professional artistry enhances learning and inspires participation.
- Professional-Local Artistic Integrationmethodology: professional-local integrationBy integrating guest artists from leading ballet companies with local dancers, the organization enhances performance quality and provides students with professional-stage experience because collaboration with renowned artists elevates skill development and community credibility.
- Scholarship Access through Sponsorshipmethodology: scholarship_access_modelBy using a sponsorship model to fund student participation, the organization increases access to dance education because financial support removes economic barriers and enables broader enrollment.
- Sensory-Inclusive Accessibility Modelmethodology: sensory-inclusive programmingBy adapting performances with sensory-sensitive design, the organization increases accessibility for neurodiverse audiences because modified auditory, visual, and social environments reduce barriers to inclusion in live theatre.