Axelrod Performing Arts Center
Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater is a program of the Axelrod Performing Arts Center with performances at the Axelrod PAC located in Deal Park, NJ. The Axelrod PAC produces a series of yearly professional theatrical productions, including beloved musicals, cabaret-styled tributes, nationally acclaimed music and singing acts, and apprentice-based student productions. A 501c3 organization, the Axelrod PAC receives significant funding for its programs from the NJ State Arts Council.
Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater strives to cultivate an environment of diversity, inspiration, encouragement, and equality where all are welcome and heard. Listening and learning are at the heart of their commitments to change policies, attitudes, and habits that do not align with their core values. Gabriel Chajnik has assembled a community of skilled artists, each unique and necessary to the growth of AXCBT and its audience.
AXCBT prides itself on its perseverance through the challenges of 2020 and the company’s continuation of dance education. Chajnik and his dancers aim to expand creativity and appreciation for the arts throughout New Jersey, inviting patrons, students, and artists to join them on this gratifying endeavor.
With two locations in the Monmouth County area, AXCBT aims to inspire its community through a unique performing arts experience. AXCBT welcomes all New Jersey residents to engage with the arts as they enrich their expanding communities and culture.
AXCBT celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and artists are valued and heard. They strongly believe in fostering an accepting, equitable, and respectful environment without regard for race, color, nationality, religion, disability, sex, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center was named after Dr. Herbert and Evelyn Axelrod, long-time residents of Deal, NJ, and supporters of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Monmouth County (now the JCC Jersey Shore). APAC officially opened its doors in 2005.
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