Madison Ballet to Premiere Jekyll & Hyde Production

The company will perform the full-length story ballet at the Starlight Theatre starting on October 30.

Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Dance

Madison Ballet to Premiere Jekyll & Hyde Production

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The Madison Ballet will host four performances of its new production, Jekyll & Hyde, at the Starlight Theatre. The shows are scheduled to run from October 30 to November 1, 2026.

Why it matters

Artistic director Ja' Malik selected this production to honor the Halloween season. The company aims to provide a creative and exclusive performance experience for Madison residents.

This production marks the Madison Ballet's 45th season. Performances are slated for 7 p.m. on opening night and select times of 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. through the weekend.

The players

Madison Ballet

This is a professional dance company currently operating its 45th season in Wisconsin.

Ja' Malik

He is the artistic director who developed the vision for the Jekyll & Hyde performance.

The details

The production is a full-length story ballet designed to showcase the acting skills of the company dancers under the artistic vision of Ja' Malik. Attendees will see the performance hosted at the Starlight Theatre.

Timeline

  1. Friday, Oct. 30, 2026: Opening night performance at 7 p.m.

  2. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026: Performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

  3. Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026: Performance at 2 p.m.

Industry Dynamics

This performance follows the organizational trajectory established by the Madison Ballet's 45th season. It represents a shift toward themed, seasonal storytelling within the company's annual repertoire.

Theatergoers can attend one of four scheduled performances over the Halloween weekend at the Starlight Theatre. Tickets provide access to the full-length story ballet showcasing the company's acting and dance repertoire.

The takeaway

The production highlights how regional arts companies use seasonal themes to engage local audiences. Guests are encouraged to book tickets early for the Halloween weekend shows to ensure availability.

Further reading

For more information on local performances, visit the Madison Dance section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Wmtv15news.

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