Jacksonville Dance Theatre Tickets

Jacksonville Dance Theatre is a prominent dance company in Jacksonville, Florida, that has dedicated itself to producing high quality and innovative dance performances since its inception. The company has been captivating audiences for more than 20 years, with an impressive collection of shows ranging from cutting-edge contemporary dance to classic ballet.

The Jacksonville Dance Theatre productions are known for their seamless integration of storytelling, music, lights, costumes and choreography, which all come together to create remarkable performances. What sets the company apart from other dance companies is its unique approach to dance, where they mix the art form with theatre techniques that give their shows a theatrical feel.

One of the most popular offerings by JDT is “Dance For Camera”, which is a series of dance films presenting various styles of movement built on experimental camera work, original soundscapes and narratives. This performance comprises of six different shows, each having its distinctive theme. One of the latest of these shows was titled “Isolation” which came at a time when many people across the world were experiencing lockdowns brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The show captured the emotions of what individuals experience while isolated and how they react to it through dance.

Another established show from the Jacksonville Dance Theatre is “A Madison Square Garden Christmas Carol”. In this show, the age-old Dickens classic takes a new twist as the Jacksonville Dance Theatre presents classical ballet fused with jazz. The show tells the story of Scrooge's redemption by taking the audience on an exciting journey filled with a range of dramatic sequences and stunning dances.

Over the years, Jacksonville Dance Theatre has also built strong collaborations with other local art groups, such as the Cathedral Arts Project, which is a non-profit organization that offers after-school programs in the arts to underprivileged children. Through these joint projects, JDT has managed to bring the joy of dance to an even wider audience.

Overall, the Jacksonville Dance Theatre has solidified itself as an accomplished dance company in the community. With each performance, they continue to showcase their artistic evolution, making it more worthwhile to see than the last. Their productions are bound to leave any audience member inspired by the captivating beauty of dance, and that is why JDT will continue to be a leading figure in the dance theatre scene.