Balanchine Trust

The Balanchine Trust is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the works of George Balanchine, a pioneering choreographer who co-founded the New York City Ballet. Established in 1984, the Trust manages the rights to Balanchine's choreography and ensures that his ballets are performed authentically. It provides training for dancers, choreographers, and companies, maintaining the integrity of Balanchine's artistic vision. By overseeing performances and licensing his works, the Trust plays a crucial role in keeping Balanchine's innovative influence alive in the ballet world.