Trivia

New York City Ballet has a long and fascinating history. Many of the Company's artists and creative works illuminate ballet's development through time and, importantly, point the way to a continually unfolding future. Test your knowledge of history, names, places, and events as you play New York City Ballet's Trivia Game.

New questions will be added periodically. If you have a question concerning any Trivia Game answer or you would like to submit a question of your own, send your email to clanders@nycballet.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Question 1.  How many toe shoes does NYCB use annually?
2,000 pairs
4,250 pairs
7,700 pairs
10,000 pairs

Question 2.  Which composition did Igor Stravinsky write for the opening of the New York State Theater?
Agon
Fanfare for a New Theater
Pulcinella
Circus Polka

Question 3.  NYCB's home, the New York State Theater, opened in 1964. How much did it cost to build?
$19.3 million
$13 million
$24.5 million
$33 million