05/14/2026
In loving memory of Judy Rice, a gifted dancer, an electric performer, and an exceptional educator and mentor.
She was a member of Joffrey Concert Group and The Joffrey Ballet inspiring audiences across the globe, and her love and dedication to teaching shaped the lives of countless students.
Under the direction of Artistic Director John Magnus, she was a primary faculty member of the original Joffrey Midwest and instrumental in the development of the success of the program for many years.
We honor her life and her extraordinary legacy.
We extend our deep condolences to her family, friends, students, and our
Joffrey Ballet School community.
04/02/2026
Three companies. One powerful day of dance.
ICONS Dance Festival brings together three distinct artistic forces for a shared experience, where tradition, innovation, and cultural voice converge through a morning of master classes before an evening of performance.
Featuring the Joffrey Concert Group, The Ballet Hispánico, and the Limón Dance Company, led by Bradley Shelver, Blanca Huertas and Rodney Hamilton, and Dante Puleio, this lineup spans classical, contemporary, and modern traditions, shaping dancers with versatility, depth, and intention.
Train. Experience. Witness.
ICONS Dance Festival returns this April at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
Performances
📅 April 18 at 7:00 PM
📅 April 19 at 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Master Classes
📅 April 19 • 9:00 – 10:15 AM
Blanca Huertas and Rodney Hamilton, The Ballet Hispánico School
📅 April 19 • 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Dante Puleio, Limón Dance Company
📅 April 19 • 12:00 – 1:15 PM
Bradley Shelver, Joffrey Concert Group
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03/31/2026
The ICONS Dance Festival returns to New York City this April at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
The ICONS Dance Festival performance night will showcase a dynamic repertoire, featuring works by the legendary José Limón, performed by Limón2 dancers, as well as compelling works presented by the Joffrey Concert Group dancers. BH2, Ballet Hispánico’s second company, appears with Sombrerísimo by celebrated choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, alongside newly commissioned work. This fusion of classical, modern, and contemporary styles promises a captivating experience for audiences of all backgrounds.
Performances
📅 April 18 at 7030 PM
📅 April 19 at 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
On April 19, the festival will also feature exclusive master classes led by Bradley Shelver, Dante Puleio, Blanca Huertas, and Rodney Hamilton.
Master Classes
📅 April 19 • 9:00 – 10:15 AM
Blanca Huertas and Rodney Hamilton, The Ballet Hispánico School
📅 April 19 • 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Dante Puleio, Limón Dance Company
📅 April 19 • 12:00 – 1:15 PM
Bradley Shelver, Joffrey Concert Group
Through performance and shared artistry, ICONS Dance Festival brings together companies whose work continues to move the field of dance forward.
Click "ICONS Dance Festival" on / link in bio or visit bit.ly/iconsdancefestival today!
ICONS Dance Festival is sponsored by the Joffrey Ballet School
📸 1 Photo courtesy of Limón2 by Anthony Collins
📸 2 Photo courtesy of BH2 by Nir Arieli
📸 3 Joffrey Concert Group dancer by Layla Shoobridge
03/16/2026
The ICONS Dance Festival returns to New York City this April at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
The ICONS Dance Festival performance night will showcase a dynamic repertoire, featuring works by the legendary José Limón, performed by Limón2 dancers, as well as compelling works presented by the Joffrey Concert Group dancers. BH2, Ballet Hispánico’s second company, appears with Sombrerísimo by celebrated choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, alongside newly commissioned work. This fusion of classical, modern, and contemporary styles promises a captivating experience for audiences of all backgrounds.
Performances
📅 April 18 at 7:30 PM
📅 April 19 at 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
On April 19, the festival will also feature exclusive master classes led by Bradley Shelver, Dante Puleio, Blanca Huertas, and Rodney Hamilton.
Master Classes
📅 April 19 • 9:00 – 10:15 AM
Blanca Huertas and Rodney Hamilton, The Ballet Hispánico School
📅 April 19 • 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Dante Puleio, Limón Dance Company
📅 April 19 • 12:00 – 1:15 PM
Bradley Shelver, Joffrey Concert Group
Through performance and shared artistry, ICONS Dance Festival brings together companies whose work continues to move the field of dance forward.
Click https://bit.ly/iconsdancefestival to learn more today!
ICONS Dance Festival is sponsored by the Joffrey Ballet School
📸 1 Photo courtesy of BH2 by Nir Arieli
📸 2 Joffrey Concert Group dancers by Layla Shoobridge
📸 3 Photo courtesy of Limón2 by Anthony Collins
03/09/2026
The ICONS Dance Festival returns to New York City this April at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
The ICONS Dance Festival performance night will showcase a dynamic repertoire, featuring works by the legendary José Limón, performed by Limón2 dancers, as well as compelling works presented by the Joffrey Concert Group dancers. BH2, Ballet Hispánico’s second company, appears with Sombrerísimo by celebrated choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, alongside newly commissioned work. This fusion of classical, modern, and contemporary styles promises a captivating experience for audiences of all backgrounds.
Performances
📅 April 18 at 7:30 PM
📅 April 19 at 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
On April 19, the festival will also feature exclusive master classes led by Bradley Shelver, Dante Puleio, Blanca Huertas, and Rodney Hamilton.
Master Classes
📅 April 19 • 9:00 – 10:15 AM
Blanca Huertas and Rodney Hamilton, The Ballet Hispánico School
📅 April 19 • 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Dante Puleio, Limón Dance Company
📅 April 19 • 12:00 – 1:15 PM
Bradley Shelver, Joffrey Concert Group
Through performance and shared artistry, ICONS Dance Festival brings together companies whose work continues to move the field of dance forward.
Click https://bit.ly/iconsdancefestival to learn more today!
ICONS Dance Festival is sponsored by the Joffrey Ballet School
📸 1 Joffrey Concert Group dancers by Layla Shoobridge
📸 2 Photo courtesy of BH2 by Nir Arieli
📸 3 Photo courtesy of Limón2 by Richard Mitchell
03/07/2026
A legacy in motion.
For us, ballet lives through the entire community dancers, choreographers, faculty, staff, families, and supporters who continue to shape and sustain the art form.
Since the 1970s, the vision of Robert Joffrey has helped shape generations of artists through the work of the Joffrey Ballet School.
Still reminiscing on the beautiful weekend that was In My Art. Across three performances, the dancers of the Joffrey Concert Group brought a powerful collection of works to life, sharing movement that was thoughtful, dynamic, and deeply expressive.
As an organization, we could not be prouder to continue empowering young artists and supporting the next generation as they pursue their dreams and careers in dance.
Thank you to the choreographers, dancers, faculty, staff, families, and audience members who made the weekend so memorable.
So Timothy, you’re welcome to see what we do…
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03/04/2026
Honored to have been part of this meaningful moment. 🌍 Yesterday, dancers of the Joffrey Concert Group performed When the Water Breaks, choreographed by Artistic Director Bradley Shelver , in recognition of World Wildlife Day and this year’s theme, Stories of Hope.
Thank you . for including us in this special gathering. We are grateful to have shared this moment alongside organizations and partners committed to protecting wildlife and our planet.
02/25/2026
This past Friday, February 20, the Joffrey Concert Group gathered for a powerful evening of performance and purpose at our fundraising reception hosted by Board Member, Teresa Lomotan and artistic director, and presentation of In My Art.
The energy in the room was undeniable — artists, supporters, alumni, and friends coming together in celebration of new work and a shared belief in what this company represents. There was generosity, warmth, and a palpable sense of community that carried from the stage into every conversation throughout the night.
These photographs capture more than a performance — they reflect the support, commitment, and love surrounding the Concert Group.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, who believes in this work, and who continues to champion the future of our artists. 📸 by Sean Zanni and Patrick McMullen
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