Nunnbetter Dance Theatre
Welcome to Nunnbetter Dance Theatre – Where Passion Meets Precision!
At Nunnbetter Dance Theatre, we ignite the dancer within, offering classes for students starting at age 3 and taking them all the way through to pre-professional levels and beyond. Whether you're a curious beginner or a dedicated dancer striving for excellence, our carefully crafted curriculum has something for every level, with a commitment to nurturing growth, creativity, and artistry.
Our Studios: The Heart of Dance Excellence
With four state-of-the-art studios, each featuring a parent observation window, we ensure that every dancer learns in an inspiring, professional, and safe environment. Our in-studio theater, equipped with a full lighting and sound system, provides a dynamic space for performances and comfortably seats over 100 attendees – offering a truly immersive experience for both dancers and audiences alike. Plus, our fully stocked costume shop houses a stunning collection of professional-grade costumes, giving our dancers the chance to shine in every performance.
A Legacy of Ballet Excellence
At Nunnbetter Dance Theatre, we take great pride in our rigorous ballet curriculum. Our students not only become skilled dancers but also join the ranks of renowned alumni who now perform with top-tier companies such as Ballet Tucson, Ballet Theatre of Maryland, The Washington Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, Tulsa Ballet, and NWA Ballet Theatre. And that's just the start! Many of our students have earned scholarships and training opportunities at prestigious institutions like the New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theater, Alvin Ailey, Pennsylvania Ballet, North Carolina School of the Arts, Nutmeg Conservatory, Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive, and even the Bolshoi Ballet in NYC.
Beyond Ballet – Expanding Horizons in Dance
While ballet is our foundation, Nunnbetter Dance Theatre excels in a wide array of dance disciplines. From high-energy Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop to the expressive beauty of Contemporary, Modern, and Theater Dance, we offer world-class training in every style. Our students don’t just learn to dance; they shine on stage! Current and former students have graced Broadway in shows like Once, Matilda, The Lion King, The King and I, School of Rock, and in the iconic Radio City Christmas Spectacular.
A Dance Family, Not Just a School
What sets Nunnbetter Dance Theatre apart is not only our exceptional training but the family atmosphere we foster. It’s here that students gain self-confidence, form lifelong friendships, and learn the importance of hard work, discipline, and artistry. The relationships our dancers form in the studio go beyond mere mentorship – they become a supportive, inspiring dance family.
Performance Opportunities and Professional Training
While we are not a "competition" school, Nunnbetter Dance Theatre believes in offering countless professional performance opportunities to all our students. From community performances to main-stage productions, we encourage every dancer to strive for their personal best and become the most well-rounded artist they can be. Here, we don't just focus on technique; we inspire our students to excel as dancers, students, and individuals.
Join the Nunnbetter Dance Theatre family, where passion, precision, and professionalism converge. Together, we build the future of dance – one step at a time!
Annual Nutcracker
Each December, the NDT Company produces what is hailed to be one of New Jersey’s best productions of The Nutcracker. This NDT production combines both professional dancers and local budding stars in a beautifully staged adaptation of this timeless classic.
Performance Opportunities
In early winter a selected group of members of the NDT Company participate in the prestigious Youth America Grand Prix dance competition. Each year our dancers receive honors and accolades for both ensemble and solo pieces.
Annual Spring Concert
Each spring, members of the NDT Company come together in a vibrant Spring Concert production. The Spring Concert is performed in our in-studio theater and features classic repertoire as well as new works from some of NDT’s finest teachers and choreographers as well as outside artists.