Question 1

Do I need a ticket?

Accepted Answer

All patrons, including small children sitting in laps, must have a ticket to enter the venue. Infants or children under 2 years of age can attend on the lap of an adult for free.

Question 2

Can I purchase a ticket at the door?

Accepted Answer

No, there are no door sales.

Question 3

What are the ticket options?

Accepted Answer

Face To Face Experience (description at the end)
VIP Premium: the best seats in the show, front row. 
General Admission: second, third and fourth rear rows. Back rows may be included in this section for productions in-the-round.

Question 4

Do I need to print my ticket?

Accepted Answer

No, your contactless tickets will be validated directly at the door.

Question 5

Where can I sit?

Accepted Answer

Patrons can freely choose their seats within the section of their ticket purchase.

Question 6

Is there an intermission?

Accepted Answer

No, our shows are one-act plays.

Question 7

What is the minimum age requirement?

Accepted Answer

There are no restrictions, and children are welcome at the Ajkun Ballet Theatre.  Parent Guidance is advised for some shows.

Question 8

What are some tips when attending with children?

Accepted Answer

Children can feel more immersed in the action and experience a closer connection when sitting in the front rows. For the Face-To-Face experience, we recommend Front Row tickets for children that may otherwise have other patron’s heads partially obstruct their view.

Question 9

When do you recommend arriving?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you arrive 10-30 minutes before your scheduled event to have  time to get comfortable in your seat. Please remember that patrons freely sit within the section of their ticket purchase. The lobby opens 60 minutes before the event and patrons are seated 30 minutes before curtain.

Question 10

What happens if I arrive late?

Accepted Answer

We do our best to accommodate late comers but cannot guarantee it. Under extreme circumstances (e.g., extreme weather conditions) and depending on availability, we may allow the patron to attend on another date.

Question 11

What is your refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Tickets sales are final. There are no refunds. Ticket non-refund terms and conditions are agreed to before purchase. Proceeds from unused tickets fund "A Ticket To Dream", a program offering free admission to our underprivileged communities.

Question 12

What is your exchange policy?

Accepted Answer

Under extreme circumstances (e.g., extreme weather conditions) and depending on availability, we may allow the patron to attend on another date. Rescheduling is not guaranteed and may only be offered for the same experience, event title, and for select dates. Contact your server to verify availabili

Question 13

Can I transfer a ticket?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can transfer your tickets to anyone for free. Your guest must use your contactless tickets to be admitted.

Question 14

Can I arrange accessible / special accommodations?

Accepted Answer

Patrons with limited mobility requiring street level access, email ajkun@aol.com or leave a voicemail at + 1 (347) 346-9951 at least 3 days before the event you are planning on attending. Our Staff will contact you to plan arrangements. Step-free seats are available in the VIP Premium section.

Question 15

Can I arrange wheelchair seating?

Accepted Answer

Step-free wheelchair spaces and companion seats are available in the VIP Premium section. Limited availability: 2 seats per show. Email ajkun@aol.com or leave a voicemail at + 1 (347) 346-9951 at least 3 days before the event you are planning on attending for assistance.

Question 16

Can I make a Group Booking?

Accepted Answer

Group Booking is for 10 guests or more purchased together for the same event. Please contact ajkun@aol.com with your preferred attendance date and the size of your group for discounted prices.

Question 17

Are there special effects?

Accepted Answer

Some shows feature smoke/haze effects produced by quick dissipating water vapor that is deemed not to be harmful and not to reduce oxygen levels. Theatrical lights may affect photosensitive guests. If you have a special condition, we recommend you check with your health provider before attending.

Question 18

Can I take pictures? Videos?

Accepted Answer

Shows in the Theater collection do not allow the taking of pictures or filming. 
Shows in the Face To Face collection allow patrons to take photos and videos of the show and with the performers at the end of the show.

Question 19

Is There a Dress Code?

Accepted Answer

Wear what you like and what makes you comfortable. Going to the ballet is the perfect occasion to dress up but you will see people in gown and others in jeans. Lots of children love to wear ballerina dresses and cosplayers have a blast at our events.

Question 20

Media Release

Accepted Answer

Use of any Ajkun Ballet ticket acknowledges your willingness to appear in photographs and videos taken in the public areas of the venue and releases Ajkun Ballet Theatre from the liability for the use of such photographs and images.

Question 21

What is The Ajkun Ballet Company?

Accepted Answer

The Ajkun Ballet Company is a professional dance company based in New York City performing classical ballets and original art by award winning choreographer Chiara Ajkun.  See:  www.ajkunbt.org/chiara-ajkun  and  www.ajkunbt.org/original-art and  www.ajkunbt.org/the-company

Question 22

What is The Ajkun Ballet Theatre?

Accepted Answer

Ajkun Ballet Theatre is a vital part of New York City most vibrant art scene and a destination for visitors. The nonprofit has been supporting the performing arts since it was established in 2000. Located in midtown Manhattan Theater District, it is home to the company, the school and the art fund.

Question 23

Can you describe the Theater Season in New York City?

Accepted Answer

The Ajkun Ballet Theatre’s Season in New York City features two collections: The Theater Experience and the Face To Face Experience. See description at the end. Performances are in October-January and March-August.

Question 24

Theater Collection Experience – What to expect

Accepted Answer

Shows performed in a conventional setting where the audience sits in front of the performers. Our season includes traditional and black box state-of-the-art venues. 
The theater collection features the original art of Chiara Ajkun performed by the Ajkun Ballet and other National Ballet Companies.

Question 25

Face To Face Collection Experience – What to expect

Accepted Answer

Immersive shows that make the audience feel part of the action. These shows are performed in historical landmarks, unconventional spaces and in select theaters with onstage seating.  This collection features traditional ballets performed in one-act versions, such as the Nutcracker.

Question 26

What style of dance does Chiara Ajkun choreograph?

Accepted Answer

Chiara Ajkun’s background as principal dancer includes classical and neoclassical vocabulary. She is known for her dramatic and poetic contemporary ballets exploring human emotions, uncovering stories and music that spark good conversation and deepen connections.  Read: www.ajkunbt.org/original-art

Question 27

Can I meet the Ajkun Ballet Dancers? Take pictures with them?

Accepted Answer

All shows in the Face To Face collections are completed by meet-and-greet the cast, complimentary photos with the dancers and the opportunity to meet the Artistic Director.

Question 28

What is the Ajkun Ballet’ Show in-the-round?

Accepted Answer

Some shows of the Ajkun Ballet Theatre are performed with the audience sitting at 360 degrees around the performers. The note “produced in-the-round” is added in the description for these shows.

Question 29

What music plays at the Ajkun Ballet shows?

Accepted Answer

Classical music, historical and traditional folk themes from various region of the world, cinematic and sometimes progressive metal. Chiara Ajkun is known to bring to the stage a delightful selection of music often unknown in Western countries.  Composers are listed in every show.

Question 30

Why Chiara Ajkun uses minimalistic sceneries?

Accepted Answer

Chiara Ajkun believes the centerpiece of a show should be emotions and movements performed by the dancers. Antiquates sceneries seen in some traditional ballets are also not very relatable to today’s audience.

Question 31

Can you only see Chiara Ajkun’s ballets in New York City?

Accepted Answer

No, Chiara Ajkun choreographs for prominent national companies all over the world. So far, she has worked in 27 countries. However, the Ajkun Ballet Theatre and New York City is home for Chiara Ajkun and some of the best dancers perform in her New York shows.

The Nutcracker

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