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Dance in New York

Ajkun Ballet Theatre

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Ajkun Ballet Theatre
the destination for dance in New York City

In New York City since 2000

Welcome to The Ajkun Ballet Theatre, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting dance in all of its forms: performance, education and funding. The theater is a vital part of New York City's culture and thriving arts scene and home of the professional company, the ballet school and the dancers fund.
Under the leadership of Chiara Ajkun, the Ajkun Ballet Theatre is a symbol of artistic excellence and world renowned for its creative and ethical values. 

AJKUN BALLET COMPANY DANCE IN NEW YORK 

New York City Premiere Ballet Company

Chiara Ajkun’s choreography is a work of genius, combining beautifully coordinated motion with astute interpretation of the composer’s intention.

Christopher Hyde, Portland Press Herald

The Ajkun Ballet Company strives to enrich and preserve the dance heritage with a repertory of new choreographies (The Originals) and traditional productions (The Classics) performed in New York and on tour.​ The world-class dancers of the Ajkun Ballet have performed in theaters of four continents during the company tours and for televised and online shows. 

AJKUN BALLET SCHOOL DANCE IN NEW YORK 

Dance in New York: Education, Training & Intensive Programs

I owe so much to the incredible Chiara Ajkun, but life-changing experience is the one that comes to mind

Sophia Sing, from Phoenix (AZ)

Blending theory, practice and passion, the Ajkun Ballet Theatre’s educational programs have a dual mission: to prepare classical ballet dancers capable of joining the ranks of any world-class companies and to offer our local youth the joy of moving to music.

When it comes to high performance ballet training there is no comparable alternative to the healthy approach of the Ajkun Methodology. We invite you to our full-time courses, winter and summer intensives to experience excellence in dance education. 

AJKUNBT  FUND DANCE IN NEW YORK 

Funding for Dance Students and Professional Dancers

The AjkunBT Fund provided me with funds, expertise, and mentorship to develop my ballet education. In addition, the guidance and experiences that I obtained at Ajkun Ballet Theatre gave me the tools to cultivate relationships with Patrons of the Arts and Foundations that have supported my professional career as a dancer. As the son of a single parent in Ecuador, I would have never been able to accomplish any of it without the help of the AjkunBT Fund.

Raul Evera, Dancer

Inspired by the philosophy of artistic director and cultural leader Dr. Chiara Ajkun, The AjkunBT Fund is enthused on the United States Mutual Education and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (Fulbright-Hayes), a cornerstone of public diplomacy and an integral component of foreign policy of the Unites States of America.

The AjkunBT Fund has granted millions of dollars funding Dance Students, Professional Dancers and Choreographers to pursue dance education and to present new art in New York. At press time, Artists from 150 Countries have benefited from our grants.

Extraordinary Leadership dance in New York

Ajkun Ballet Theatre is supported by the exceptional leaders that govern, manage and carry out the daily operation of Ajkun Ballet Theatre, 125 people in 5 continents with the shared mission to further and celebrate the excellence of Chiara Ajkun’s creative vision and 150 professional dance organizations embracing Chiara's dream to open the avenues of opportunities for our talented Youth. ​Learn more about The Board of Directors, The Board of Trustees, The Board of Artistic Advisors, The Staff and our Partners.

Contact Us

Email: ajkun@aol.com| Phone: (347) 346-9951

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