New York City Ballet will stage a six‑performance residency at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center from July 8 through July 11, 2026, to commemorate six decades of collaboration with the venue.
The program includes six separate performances spread over the four‑day span, each featuring repertoire that reflects the company’s history and its ongoing artistic development. In addition to the mainstage shows, the residency offers a series of artist talks and workshops designed to give audiences a deeper look at the creative process behind the ballets.
Family programming is also part of the schedule, providing activities and performances tailored for younger attendees and their parents. These events aim to broaden the reach of the company’s work and introduce the art form to a new generation of spectators.
The residency marks the 60th anniversary of the partnership between New York City Ballet and SPAC, a relationship that began in the mid‑1960s and has grown into a regular fixture of the summer cultural calendar in Saratoga Springs. Over the years, the two organizations have collaborated on numerous productions, educational initiatives, and community events, reinforcing the region’s reputation as a hub for performing arts.
All six performances, along with the accompanying talks, workshops, and family activities, will take place at the open‑air Saratoga Performing Arts Center, a venue known for its expansive lawn and scenic setting. The residency provides both longtime supporters and first‑time visitors an opportunity to experience the company’s work in a summer setting while celebrating a milestone partnership that has endured for six decades.