Support America’s National Ballet Company® DONATE NOW

Susan Jaffe

Journey to ABT Artistic Director

Susan Jaffe and Kevin McKenzie on stage at the Metropolitan Opera House. Photo: Rosalie O'Connor.

Susan Jaffe

See Susan Jaffe’s Journey to Artistic Director

Susan Jaffe has had an impressive journey with American Ballet Theatre – student, second company member, Principal Dancer, Advisor to the Chairman, Director of Repertoire, and now Artistic Director.

“I never thought I would become director of ABT,” Susan said recently. “But through my history here, I understand this organization holistically. When it was finally offered to me, I was shocked. So shocked and overwhelmed, and so honored. There was not a moment’s hesitation. I thought,
I’ve got to go home.”

Your support will guide ABT’s new journey under Susan’s leadership.

 

Support this bright new era for ABT by December 31, 2022 and have your donation MATCHED!

 

Donate Now

"If you love something you are going to work so hard to make it happen, but you must love it with all your heart. "

- Susan Jaffe, ABT Artistic Director