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ABOUT US
Changing Lives Through Dance
Founded in 1986, José Mateo Ballet Theatre’s company and school have forged a new model for a ballet organization
through innovative programming, artistic excellence, and extensive community outreach.
COMPANY
Under the leadership of its Founder and Artistic Director José Mateo, the company has presented original ballet works and new interpretations of classical ballets, including The Nutcracker.
SCHOOL
From its inception over 35 years ago, JMBT’s School has boldly challenged a centuries-old tradition of exclusion and elitism to create a more inclusive, just and humanistic approach to expert ballet training.
COMMUNITY
JMBT is committed to making ballet an accessible art form. Dance for World Community is a partner-based initiative that amplifies the connective power of dance to unity and strengthen our local communities.
DANCE FOR WORLD COMMUNITY
Created in 2008, Dance for World Community (DWC) builds networks to create inclusive dance-based activities that harness the unifying power of dance to address critical social and environmental issues.
DWC is committed to demonstrating a level of social responsibility and community building by connecting artists with partners in the fields of social and environmental advocacy. To advance this vision, the annual Dance for World Community Festival, along with the following initiatives, further advance DWC’s mission to effect broader social change.
LATEST ON THE BLOG
Alumni Feature: Amy Chan ’18
Read all about Amy Chan!
A Cambridge, MA native, Amy is currently a performer with Disney Cruise Line, based out of Florida and often at sail in the Caribbean! Hear all about what Amy’s life is like now and her experiences at JMBT below.
Ballet is for everyone.
Generous support from you allows us to provide quality ballet training, stimulating dance performances, and innovative outreach programs every year.