Ballet in New York

Ballet is a form of dance that dates back to the 15th century known for its beauty and grace. Ballet performances may include a single, full-length show the length of a play or musical, or a series of shorter routines performed in succession.

Ballets are historically fancy events, so audience members are encouraged to dress formally. There is no required dress code, however, so you're welcome to wear whatever you'll be most comfortable in.

Most ballets are suitable for children; since they are performed entirely through dance, there is no strong language or explicit content. Ballets average around 2-3 hours, though, so very young children may have difficulty sitting through a long performance.

The running times of ballets vary. A single full-length ballet averages around 2.5-3 hours, whereas a performance consisting of multiple short ballet routines can range from 1-3 hours, depending on the length and number of routines in the lineup.