named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Alumni Program
Offers free dance classes, performance opportunities, and professional development to former Ballet Tech students
Ballet Tech Across New York (BTANY)
Free dance enrichment classes provided to 2nd and 3rd grade students in NYC public elementary schools, offering introductions to ballet, modern, and jazz dance
Introduction to Ballet Program
Six-week field trip program where selected elementary students attend weekly ballet classes at Ballet Tech’s studios to explore fundamentals of ballet technique
Kids Dance
Student performance troupe that learns choreography and performs at venues including The Joyce Theater, City Center, and the Kennedy Center
NYC Public School for Dance
Full-time tuition-free program for grades 4–8 combining academic education with intensive ballet training
Roads to Success
After-school program providing homework help, literacy enrichment, STEM, drama, arts & crafts, and snacks from 2:35pm to 6:00pm on-site
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 5 activities
- Delivering free in-school dance enrichment programs to public elementary schoolsOffers free dance enrichment classes to public elementary schools in New York City through the Ballet Tech Across New York (BTANY) program, delivering weekly instruction to 2nd and 3rd grade students via teaching artist teams who visit partner schools 1–2 days per week for 40–50 minute classes. Classes include "Dance for EveryBODY" and "BT Ballet Basics," focusing on foundational techniques in ballet, modern, and jazz.
- Offering free dance classes and programs for alumniProvides free ongoing dance education, performance opportunities, and professional development to former students, including summer dance classes offered twice weekly from July through July 30 with enrollment capped at 25 dancers per class.
- Operating a tuition-free professional ballet school for NYC public school studentsProvides free, intensive professional ballet training combined with strong academic education for students in grades 4 through 8 through a partnership with the New York City Department of Education. The program operates as a full-time dance and academic program at no cost to families.
- Providing performance and choreography training through Kids DanceOperates Kids Dance, a student performance troupe established in 1994 that offers training in choreography and performance skills. The group produces performances featuring works by Eliot Feld, Ballet Tech faculty, and guest artists, and performs annually at venues such as the Joyce Theater, City Center, and The Kennedy Center, adding new choreographic works each year.
- Running the Introduction to Ballet Program for elementary school studentsOperates a long-standing 6-week field trip program that hosts elementary school students weekly at its studios in New York City for instruction in the fundamentals of ballet, including basic steps, vocabulary, class structure, and discipline, with dance attire provided. The program has been active for over 40 years and serves as a pathway for identifying students with strong aptitude for further training.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Maintaining accessible facilities to support inclusive programmingMaintains fully accessible facilities at 890 Broadway to ensure all students, including those with disabilities, can participate fully in dance and academic programs.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Providing after-school academic and enrichment programmingOffers after-school programming that includes homework help, literacy enrichment, STEM activities, drama, arts & crafts, games, and snacks through a partnership with Roads to Success, supporting holistic student development beyond dance and core academics.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Supporting inclusive education for students with disabilitiesEmbeds specially designed instruction and individualized support into the general curriculum through Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) and related services for students with disabilities, ensuring equitable access to both academic and dance education.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.67M
Contributions & grants$810K14%
Program service revenue$2.17M38%
Investment income$567K10%
Other revenue$2.12M
expenses
Total expenses$5.48M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$3.09M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$34.79M
Cash$4.38M
Investments$17.53M
Liabilities$754K
Net assets$34.03M
Liquid reserves48.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -7.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MAGGIE CHRIST | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $240K |
| DIONNE FIGGINS | ARTISTIC DIRECTOR | 40 | $234K |
| ASHLEY TUTTLE | DIRECTOR OF FACULTY | 40 | $143K |
| JOE GREGORI | SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $141K |
| JANEL RAYOME | SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $141K |
board members · 13
- BILL HEINZEN — BOARD MEMBER
- CAROL ZERBE HURFORD — VICE CHAIR
- EDGAR PETERSON — TREASURER
- GLENN K DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- JILIAN CAHAN GERSTEN — CHAIRPERSON
- KAREN LEVINSON — SECRETARY
- LAUREL DURST — BOARD MEMBER
- MIMI LIEN — BOARD MEMBER
- OLIVER HAN — BOARD MEMBER
- PATRICIA CROWN — BOARD MEMBER
- PATRICIA TUTHILL PAZNER — BOARD MEMBER
- RACHEL MORENO — BOARD MEMBER
- SUK HAN — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- Abraham.In.Motion Partner — Alumni have performed with Abraham.In.Motion.
- Alvin Ailey Partner — Alumni have performed with Alvin Ailey.
- American Ballet Theatre Partner — Alumni have performed with American Ballet Theatre.
- American Ballet Theatre Partner — Co-purchased 890 Broadway to preserve the building for artistic use.
- Cedar Lake Dance Ensemble Partner — Alumni have performed with Cedar Lake Dance Ensemble.
- Charlotte Ballet Partner — Alumni have performed with Charlotte Ballet.
- City Center Partner — Performance venue for Kids Dance productions.
- Dance Theatre of Harlem Partner — Alumni have performed with Dance Theatre of Harlem.
- Delacorte Theater Partner — Performance venue for Kids Dance productions in Central Park.
- Elementary schools Partner — Partner with Ballet Tech to escort invited students to weekly ballet classes.
- Jacob’s Pillow Partner — Performance venue for Kids Dance touring productions.
- Lawrence A. Wien Center for Dance and Theater Partner — Hosts Ballet Tech's programs at its facility located at 890 Broadway in New York City.
- Limón Dance Company Partner — Alumni have performed with Limón Dance Company.
- Martha Graham Dance Company Partner — Alumni have performed with Martha Graham Dance Company.
- New York City Ballet Partner — Alumni have performed with New York City Ballet.
- New York City Department of Education Partner — Collaborates with Ballet Tech Foundation to operate the NYC Public School for Dance, integrating professional dance training with academic instruction.
- New York City Department of Education Partner — Partnership to operate the New York City Public School for Dance for grades 4 to 8.
- New York City Public Schools Partner — Partnership to operate The NYC Public School for Dance for students in grades 4 through 8.
- Pacific Northwest Ballet Partner — Alumni have performed with Pacific Northwest Ballet.
- Roads to Success Partner — Non-profit organization that provides after-school services including homework help, literacy enrichment, STEM, drama, arts & crafts, games, and snacks at Ballet Tech.
- The Joyce Theater Partner — Performance venue for annual Kids Dance productions.
- The Kennedy Center Partner — Performance venue for Kids Dance touring productions.
- The New Victory Theater Partner — Performance venue for Kids Dance productions.
- public elementary schools Partner — Partner schools host Ballet Tech teaching artists for in-school dance instruction programs.
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.
- Ballet as Storytelling to Deepen Engagementmethodology: ballet_as_storytellingBy teaching ballet technique through narrative and storytelling, the organization enhances student comprehension and engagement, because connecting movement to meaning improves retention, emotional investment, and artistic interpretation.
- Holistic Student Support Through Relational Teachingmethodology: holistic_student_supportBy fostering positive, supportive learning environments where teachers understand students intellectually, socially, and emotionally, the organization strengthens both academic and artistic outcomes, because relational trust and personalized attention enable deeper learning and resilience.
- Integrated Academic and Arts Educationmethodology: arts-integrated_educationBy combining rigorous public education with professional-level dance training, the organization supports holistic student development, because integrating academic and artistic disciplines reinforces intellectual, social, and emotional growth in young learners.
- Progressive Talent Identification and Admission Pathwaymethodology: tiered_recruitmentBy using field trips, introductory programs, and ongoing assessment to identify and nurture students with aptitude and enthusiasm, the organization builds a pipeline of diverse, prepared candidates for its full-time school, because early engagement and iterative selection increase both equity and artistic readiness.
- Tuition-Free Access Model to Remove Financial Barriersmethodology: tuition-free_access_modelBy providing professional ballet training at no cost, the organization increases access to high-quality arts education for talented children from underserved communities, because financial barriers are a primary constraint to participation in elite dance programs.