Welcome to Atlantic City Ballet

The Atlantic City Ballet, a 501c organization, serves as a prime artistic resource to the residents of Atlantic City and the surrounding areas. The company consists of professional dancers from around the world who have earned national acclaim for their technical expertise and exuberant stage presence. AC Ballet offers access to fully-staged performances by a highly skilled company of professional dancers and educational programs designed to fit the needs of a diverse student population. Their community outreach initiatives encourage appreciation of and participation in the art form. The Atlantic City Ballet honors the diversity of world cultures by engaging in a multicultural company of professional dancers. Although their home base is in Historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, the Ballet performs in theaters all along the east coast and across the country. Their repertoire of original works includes classics such as A Midsummer Night's Dream, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake. However, Ms. Papa is most known for her innovative creations, such as Dracula, Romeo and Juliet, and her full-length Carmen. Since its inception, the Atlantic City Ballet has served as one of the cultural treasures of New Jersey, with a tradition of dance excellence for future generations of ballet audiences. Atlantic Contemporary Ballet Theatre (ACBT) Performing Arts Academy is the official school of ACBallet.


The Atlantic City Ballet, a 501(c)(3) organization, relies on charitable donations, grants, sponsorships, galas, events, and community programs to support its activities. All donors have played a crucial role in our 40+ years of success, and their contributions are eligible for tax deductions. With a legacy of over four decades, the Atlantic City Ballet has been dedicated to presenting professional ballet performances and spreading the joy of dance. Your donations, regardless of the amount, empower us to sustain our mission. Furthermore, we actively engage in educational initiatives and community programs alongside our ballet productions.

The Atlantic City Ballet, a 501c organization, serves as a prime artistic resource to the residents of Atlantic City and the surrounding areas. The company consists of professional dancers from around the world who have earned national acclaim for their technical expertise and exuberant stage presence. AC Ballet offers access to fully-staged performances by a highly skilled company of professional dancers and educational programs designed to fit the needs of a diverse student population. Their community outreach initiatives encourage appreciation of and participation in the art form. The Atlantic City Ballet honors the diversity of world cultures by engaging in a multicultural company of professional dancers. Although their home base is in Historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, the Ballet performs in theaters all along the east coast and across the country. Their repertoire of original works includes classics such as A Midsummer Night's Dream, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake. However, Ms. Papa is most known for her innovative creations, such as Dracula, Romeo and Juliet, and her full-length Carmen. Since its inception, the Atlantic City Ballet has served as one of the cultural treasures of New Jersey, with a tradition of dance excellence for future generations of ballet audiences. Atlantic Contemporary Ballet Theatre (ACBT) Performing Arts Academy is the official school of ACBallet.


The Atlantic City Ballet, a 501(c)(3) organization, relies on charitable donations, grants, sponsorships, galas, events, and community programs to support its activities. All donors have played a crucial role in our 40+ years of success, and their contributions are eligible for tax deductions. With a legacy of over four decades, the Atlantic City Ballet has been dedicated to presenting professional ballet performances and spreading the joy of dance. Your donations, regardless of the amount, empower us to sustain our mission. Furthermore, we actively engage in educational initiatives and community programs alongside our ballet productions.

Tango, Taco's, & Tequila!


Enjoy a spectacular afternoon of dance!


Sunday, March 22, 2026

2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the

Greate Bay Country Club

Somers Point, NJ


Featuring excerpts from the upcoming ballet "Carmen" and a thrilling Tango Competition!


HOW YOU CAN BE A PART OF IT.


Option 1: BE A SPECTATOR & PATRON

Join us for the show and luncheon. Tickets are $100 and your purchase directly supports the Ballet's artistic programs. Purchase you tickets now at:


ACBallet.org/Givebutter


Option 2: HOW TO BECOME A DANCE CONTESTANT

We are seeking 10 individuals to have a wonderful experience as Tango Competition contestants. Participants will be teamed with Atlantic City Ballet professionals and receive 5 tango lessons to perform in the Tango Competition for prizes while helping this time-honored art.


To apply, contact:

Claire Collins, Vice President, AC Ballet Board

cncollins3@verizon.net |  609-703-2081 


ACBallet is a 501- c3 Organization

All Donations are tax deductible


If you are unable to attend you we would appreciate any donations to our company.



Performances

Our performances, executed by professional dancers, are held year-round and include the Nutcracker, Dracula, Carmen, A Midsummer Night's Dream, It's a Shore Holiday, and more.

Ballet dancers performing Carmen.
Sleeping Beauty Ballet
Nutcracker ballet by Atlantic City Ballet
Four men are putting a stake through a female vampire.
It's a Shore Holiday ballet by Atlantic City Ballet
Grande Jete by Atlantic City Ballet

Blog Posts

AC Ballet Nutcracker Ballet dancers en pointe

November Newsletter

By AC Ballet • November 25, 2025
Discover what’s happening this season with the Atlantic City Ballet! Our November 2025 Newsletter features upcoming performances, holiday productions, our new “Before the Ballet” pre-show event, apprentice dancer highlights, and ticket information.
Clara kissing the nutcracker

Children's Nutcracker Event

By AC Ballet • October 28, 2025
Keeping the Magic Alive — Children's Nutcracker Fundraiser Dinner

About Us

Founded in 1982, by International Ballerina, Phyllis Papa, the Atlantic City Ballet serves as a prime artistic resource to the residents of Atlantic City and the surrounding areas.  Although their home base is in Historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, the Ballet has performed in theaters all along the east coast and across the country. 

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Store

Visit our store where you can make donations to AC Ballet.  In the future you will also be able to purchase merchandise such as Sweatshirts, Sweatpants, T-Shirts, DVD's, Nutcrackers, Auction Baskets, and other items.


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Testimonials

We have been in business for 40 years.  Some of our dancers have become professional ballet dancers in major companies in Europe, Asia, South America, and the United States.

“Wonderful way to spend an evening with family and friends.  The show was wonderful!  Enjoyed the night and would love to see again.  Thank you.”

S. Walker

“Dracula was intense and mesmerizing!! See you for the holidays.”

S. Ciarlante-Mastrando

“I took my 10 year old daughter and mother to see Carmen at Caesar's this past weekend and it was amazing!  The choreography, dancing, and acting was beautifully performed.  All three generations equally enjoyed the show.  Wonderful job!  We can't wait to see Swan Lake in May!!!”

C. Sheffel Kenny

“I saw Romeo and Juliet today with my husband.  Rarely do we see a performance where performers are able to convey their feeling so deeply that you experience their love, frustration, pain, and desperation as though you were experiencing the situation yourself.  I have seen theater and ballet all over the world, and I cannot remember any performance evoking this much feeling. ”

M. Loehwing Land

“Romeo and Juliet was fantastic!  From the costumes, to the sets, to the choreography... It was really beautiful.  Juliet was simply stunning and a joy to watch.  Fabulous dancing and acting by all! "

T. Pavesi

“My husband and I enjoyed a beautiful performance by the Atlantic City Ballet last night at the Strand Theater in Lakewood.  It is so wonderful to find a world-class ballet so close to home!  As a ballet student myself, I was inspired and look forward to seeing many more performances by this company!”

P. Tavis