Ballet of New York Arts Collective is a nonprofit ballet company based in Rochester, New York, dedicated to creating accessible, high quality performances that unite professional artists and local students. Founded by Artistic Director Ryo Munakata, the company was established to bring new life to classical ballet through collaboration, education, and community outreach. Our mission is to connect dancers, musicians, and audiences through performances that inspire and include everyone from aspiring students to seasoned professionals.

Through partnerships with local studios, schools, and musicians, Ballet of New York strives to make ballet approachable while maintaining artistic excellence. We believe that meaningful art grows from shared experience, and that by working together, we can build a stronger and more vibrant cultural community in Rochester.