BalletX

BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet, produces original choreography that expands the vocabulary of classical dance for all audiences. It unites distinguished choreographers with an outstanding company of world-class dancers to forge new works of athleticism, emotion, and grace. Founded in 2005 by Christine Cox and Matthew Neenan, and now under the direction of Cox as Artistic and Executive Director, BalletX challenges the boundaries of classical ballet by encouraging formal experimentation while preserving rigorous technique. The company is committed to producing new works of the highest quality and integrity that bring the combined visions of choreographers and dancers to life and cultivate in audiences a collective appetite for bold, new dance.

Since the company’s founding in 2005, BalletX has expanded its repertoire with more than 60 world premieres by such artists as Trey McIntyre, Jorma Elo, Nicolo Fonte, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Jo Stromgren, Cayetano Soto, Jodie Gates, Edwaard Liang, Adam Hougland, Matthew Neenan, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Gabrielle Lamb, Joshua L. Peugh, James Gregg, Olivier Wevers, Tobin Del Cuore, and Mauro Astolfi.

BalletX has reached diverse audiences of all ages and backgrounds as the Resident Dance Company of The Wilma Theater. Recognized worldwide for its unique repertoire, the company participates in national and international tours, performing at prestigious venues and festivals, such as Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, The Joyce Theater and New York City Center in New York City, Vail International Dance Festival, Laguna Dance Festival, Dance Salad in Texas, Sweet Pea Festival in Montana, Spring to Dance Festival in St. Louis, DANCECleveland in Ohio, Ballet EXPO in South Korea, and Festival de Ballet in Colombia.