American Ballet Theatre

ABT is recognized as one of the great dance companies in the world. Few ballet companies equal ABT for its combination of size, scope, and outreach. Recognized as a living national treasure since its founding in 1940, ABT is the only major cultural institution that annually tours the U.S., performing for more than 450,000 people. Over its 77- year history, the Company has performed in a total of 139 cities around the world. In 2006, by an act of Congress, ABT became America's National Ballet Company.? In 1992, former ABT Principal Dancer, Kevin McKenzie, was appointed Artistic Director. McKenzie is committed to maintaining the Company's vast repertoire, engaging the leading choreographers and bringing the art of dance theater to the world. With a repertory of the great full-length classical and contemporary one-act ballets, ABT tours in the US and abroad. Also has a robust Education program including the JKO School, Summer Intensive programs and the National Training Curriculum. Mission: The mission of American Ballet Theatre is to create, to present, to preserve, and to extend the great repertoire of classical dancing, through exciting performances and educational programming of the highest quality, presented to the widest possible audience.