Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and private parties. Local youth share the stage with international dancers and actors. This classic tale takes place on the night before christmas, when clara and franz receive a nutcracker as a gift from their uncle. Every year the nutcracker takes us on an unforgettable journey with young marie as she travels from her home on christmas eve to the kingdom of snow and the land of the sweets. Chicago, il ruth page civic ballet is proud to present its annual production of the nutcracker. From classics to modern performances, they dont disappoint. In addition to our classical ballet, we also offer an excellent, comprehensive dance curriculum in lyrical, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop and dance technique classes. Through its inspiring story, beautiful music, and charming choreography, the nutcracker is a celebration of the joyous holiday season. In 1944, critics were stunned when christensen staged the first fulllength nutcracker in america. I also have a daughter who studied at mwbs school then went to the ballet west conservatory. Discover the magic of chicagos mysterious 1893 worlds fair through the eyes of a. Live music sponsors sandy and roger deromedi, sage foundation, and the. The nutcracker ballet listing nutcracker performances. The art deco nutcracker is a fabulously fun frolic of an evening.
This christmas give your family the gift of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker at the rosemont theatre in chicago. The magic of the season takes hold when a visit from the. The houses balletfree version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save christmas. December 14, 2019 saturday, december 14, 2019 at the chicago high school for the arts, chicago, il. Thanks to jack reed, we have some beautiful photos of ballet chicagos nutcracker. Ballet virginias professional company members will dance lead roles alongside our regions finest young dancers in this dreamy and entertaining production. Indiana ballet theatre ibt will present the nutcracker dec. This annual audition is for all children interested in auditioning for the nutcracker, from any studio or school, whether or not they have participated in the dancewest nutcracker in the past. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. Ventura county ballet companys the nutcracker at oxnard performing arts center share facebook twitter linkedin print. December 15, 2019 sunday, december 15, 2019 at the chicago high school for the arts, chicago, il.
Wells drive, in 29 performances only, november 30december 29, 2019. Prior to each performance, the preballet holiday show showcases 70 of hpsds youngest ballet students in performance. Ballet chicago s mission is to educate and inspire young artists through the study of classical ballet, and in so doing, to lay a foundation of life skills that empowers each one to realize their full potential. Atlanta ballet performances take place at more than one venue. Witness the magic unfold in this breakthrough production of the beloved holiday classic the nutcracker, presented by atlanta ballet. The joffrey ballets reimagined classic the nutcracker. Ballet chicago is an internationally recognized professional track school of ballet that strives to make classical ballet training accessible to all. Eventbrite music house, school of performing arts presents the nutcracker ballet, closing night. Salt creek ballet is artistically directed by sergey kozadayev. Click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book. This annual, semiformal event features university ballet of chicago dancers performing excerpts from tchaikovskys nutcracker suite, as well as performances from a capella student groups. Party scene at mountain west ballets performances of the nutcracker in sandy, utah.
Ventura county ballet companys the nutcracker at oxnard. Chicago ballet conservatory prepares for the nutcracker. The joffrey ballet of chicago is a company of consistently high quality dancers and creative artistry. In atlanta, the groups shows can be seen at the fox theater and the cobb energy performing arts centre. With gratitude to the nutcracker commissioning sponsors.
Nutcracker sponsors sandy and roger deromedi the joffrey ballet is often called the company of firsts, and sandy and roger deromedi earned a similar premier distinction in may 2014 when they. Margot and josef lakonishok, searle funds at the chicago community trust, hancher auditorium, university of iowa, and the many believers. Balllet chicago nutcracker dec 19, 2014 show youtube. The joffrey ballets reimagined classic the nutcracker begins nov. A student can enroll in just tap, hip hop or stretchtumble dance styles without being required to take our ballet classes. Ballet chicagos nutcracker ballet chicago ballet alert. Indiana ballet theatre presents the nutcracker theatre.
The rosemont theatre has become one of the most popular of its kind in the country since opening its doors in 1995. Wheeldons acclaimed turnofthecentury tale opens on christmas eve, 1892, mere months before the grand opening of the 1893 worlds fair, as young marie and her mother prepare for a christmas eve potluck celebration. Hyde park school of dance presents its annual performances featuring more than 175 dancers. The joffrey ballets holiday gift to chicago is a nutcracker that the city can call its own, one that tells the story of chicagoans and the magic of family, said ashley wheater, the mary b. Selection from the nutcracker, performed december 1018 at the athenaeum theater, 2936 n southport, chicago, il. We cant understand why a vehicle of such fantastic beauty and originality would not be produced in its entirety in this country until now, reported the sacramento union. Joffrey ballet opens the holiday season with the nutcracker. Every year the nutcracker takes us on an unforgettable journey with young marie as she travels from her home on.
Dancers of all ages and abilities are invited to join the dancers of ballet chicago. The nutcracker ballet provides the history of the nutcracker ballet, nutcracker music, nutcrakcer links, nutcracker movies and information on nutcracker ballet performances in your area. Excellent performances and training i recently saw ballet wests 50year anniversary production of the nutcracker. View upcoming performances for the 20192020 season at the atlanta ballet, one of the nations premier dance companies. Christopher wheeldons the nutcracker joffrey ballet. Ballet chicagos the nutcracker extravaganza comes to glorious life on the sparkling stage at the historic athenaeum theatre this holiday season purchase discount tickets to this event. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in chicago. Once you open one you can use the next link in the upper right and the prev link in the upper left to scroll through. Theyre one of only a handful of theaters in the country with the rights to produce balanchines version of the holiday classic. Ruth page civic ballets family favorite the nutcracker.
Party scene at mountain west ballets performances of the. A chicago christmas tradition returns ballet chicago the nutcracker at the athenaeum theater, chicago, il. It will be the largest professional company atlanta ballet has presented since its founding. This seasons production marks the last time the nutcracker will take place at the. Ballet chicago the nutcracker december 22 athenaeum main stage, 2936 n. Artist the national philharmonic orchestra, richard bonynge. Atlanta ballet announces 201819 season, plans for more. Take an unforgettable journey with ballet chicago as marie travels from her home to the kingdom of snow and land of the sweets.
Join ballet virginia for the nutcracker and experience the beauty and wonder of this breathtaking ballet classic. Hannah boyer is a dancer with the rochester city ballet, a contemporary ballet company located in rochester, new york. Inspire dance centre ballet, lyrical, jazz, tap, hip hop. Spend an enjoyable evening at the fox theatre, cobb energy performing arts center, or sandy springs performing arts centers byers theatre. Ballet chicago the nutcracker athenaeum theater, chicago, il. Ring in the holiday season with university ballets nutcracker gala.
It is the nutcracker for a new generation, said julia berg, the atlanta ballets spokeswoman. Ventura county ballet companys the nutcracker at oxnard performing arts center. The hyde park school of dance holiday bazaar offers an opportunity to meet characters from the nutcracker, finish holiday shopping from the wares of local vendors and indulge in a hot chocolate bar and other treats. The nutcracker and preballet holiday show chicago parent. This production is designed for our youngest audience members, ages 12 and under. Step into a simpler time filled with sweet dreams and christmas magic as you and your loved ones journey with masha and her nutcracker prince through the snow forest. Eventbrite music house, school of performing arts presents the nutcracker ballet, opening night. Sandy and roger deromedi sage foundation the marina and arnold tatar fund for. The nutcracker program book by the joffrey ballet issuu. The nutcracker program book 2019 by the joffrey ballet issuu. Nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. The group has also held shows at the sandy springs performing arts centers byers theater in sandy springs, georgia. Joffrey nutcracker program by the joffrey ballet issuu.
Sandy spring performing arts center at city springs. Salt creek ballets the nutcracker north shore center. Ballet chicagos young studio company performs the traditional piece on the athenaeum theatres beautiful main stage. The chicago suntimes calls the production a solid, professional nutcracker, and laura molzahn of the chicago tribune calls salt creek ballet a real treat. The company will present an entirely new production of this classic holiday ballet dec. With the help of a magical nutcracker, this brave little girl will fight the rat king and save her family. This annual holiday tradition celebrates the magic of the season and the rich cultural heritage of chicago.
The nutcracker program book published on nov 29, 2017 view a digital edition of our program book for the nutcracker with synopsis, ballet notes, bios and more. Atlanta ballet is announcing its 201819 season with plans to expand the company from 32 to 42 artists. Mountain west ballet in sandy, ut 84070 citysearch. Sandy keanes dance studio provides the sioux city area with some of the best dance education services that you will find.
The nutcracker sandler center for the performing arts. Youth auditions moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. Chicago ballet conservatory presents its highlyacclaimed holiday production of the nutcracker. I also saw mountain west ballets production, and i have to say that mwbs was far superior as far as pure entertainment. Mountain west ballet sandy utah nonprofit community ballet company. The nutcracker site provides a central location for nutcracker ballet information. Moscow ballet casts student dancers ages 618 in ancillary roles performing side byside with the full russian company. Rehearsals are now under way for the chicago ballet conservatorys upcoming performances of the nutcracker dec. Enjoy a shortform version of the beloved classic swan lake presented by atlanta ballet 2.
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