Pittsburgh ballet theatres version of the classic tale opens with a christmas eve party in early 20thcentury shadyside. Read about the show and how you can help support the ballet. Anchored by the dancers of mbt, northern virginias largest professional ballet company, the story of clara and her nutcracker prince continued. Pittsburgh kdka the pittsburgh ballet theatre opened the nutcracker friday night the first of 24 performances at the benedum center. A copy of the official registration and financial information for pennsylvania ballet may be obtained from the pennsylvania department of state by calling 1. The nutcracker ballet is one holiday tradition that never fails to mesmerize its audiences.
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The nutcracker hits the benedum center on the friday 1st december 2017. This page features a ballet video titled the nutcracker 2017 pittsburgh. How does one ballerina juggle 14 roles across 24 performances of the nutcracker. Learn about pittsburgh youth ballet company, browse upcoming events, and buy tickets online or over the phone. For me, the arabian dance is the highlight of the evening. Pittsburgh ballet theater presents the nutcracker 1212017 12272017 benedum center 237 7th st, pittsburgh, pa 15222 facebook. Company members of ibt international ballet theatre. Pittsburgh ballet theatre s the nutcracker visits mount washington. Jean gedeon, artistic director and founder of the pittsburgh youth ballet school in 1983 and helped form the pittsburgh youth ballet company in 1990. Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show. Ballet school pittsburgh ballet academy of pittsburgh.
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Christmas in july presale pittsburgh ballet theatre ballet. Fri, dec 4 sun, dec 27, 2020 benedum center pittsburgh ballet theatre. The pittsburgh ballet theatre put on an amazing performance of the nutcracker its hard to put into words just how beautiful it was. Experience one of pittsburghs cherished holiday traditions. By the 198182 season, pbt had made its new york city debut and toured to 28 states, canada and the virgin islands. A charter member and soloist of pittsburgh ballet theatre, she studied on full scholarship with frano jelencic, duncan noble, frederick franklin, nicholas petrov, leonide massine, and edward caton. Dancers from second grade up to twelfth appeared in this rendition for the weekendlong event. Please check back to order your tickets at that time. Since 1969, the pittsburgh ballet theatre has presented worldclass performances. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker and his parking. Holiday magic with pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker marks two milestones. The pitt ballet club is a student run organization at the university of pittsburgh which offers opportunities for every dancers skill level, from beginner to advanced. Pennsylvania ballet is a tax exempt nonprofit and our tax identification number is 231629970.
Dec 09, 2015 ballet theatre of scranton and marywood university will present the 40th anniversary annual free performances of the nutcracker ballet on december 26, 27 and 28 at 2 p. There is perhaps no holiday tradition quite like seeing pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker. Starting this week, the beloved christmas story will again come to. Describing the company members of the international ballet theatre, the. Volunteer donate tickets 310 penn avenue scranton, pa 18503. Bitter ends luncheonette was definitely a sweet choice.
Nov 29, 2016 the cherished holiday tradition of experiencing tchaikovskys legendary ballet is about to get a whole lot sweeter this season, because pittsburgh ballet theatres pbt 26performance run of. Dec 01, 2017 one of pittsburghs favorite christmas holiday events is back. Annual performance opportunities for our students include the holidayfavorite the nutcracker, and our spring gala series featuring such timeless classics as coppelia, the sleeping beauty and swan lake, in addition to works by george balanchine, jerome robbins and ballet academy of pittsburgh faculty. This pittsburgh inspired production laces the traditional. The pittsburgh ballet theatre,pittsburgh opera, and pittsburgh civic light opera. The nutcracker is an annual choreography performance put on by lincoln park performing arts charter schools dance department. Pittsburgh ballet theatre in pittsburgh, pennsylvania groupon. Centered on an interesting plot and catchy music, the nutcracker is now being performed in pittsburgh and it is expected to dazzle the audience. That time of year is approaching its nutcracker season at the benedum center. Attend the royal ball with cinderella, her wicked step sisters and her prince as the familiar tale of true love unfolds through grand theatrical scenery, glittering costumes and prokofievs splendid score. Nov 18, 2014 capture the awe and exhilaration of the holiday season with the classic story, iconic choreography and soaring score of the nutcracker. Pittsburgh ballet theatre presents its classic the nutcracker dec. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker spreads holiday magic. Dec 01, 2014 there is perhaps no holiday tradition quite like seeing pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker.
Oct 21, 2011 the ballet theatre of scranton presents the 37th annual performance of classic holiday ballet the nutcracker december 2628. The 40th anniversary season of pittsburgh ballet theatre is a grand survey of dance repertoire. Attend the royal ball with cinderella, her wicked step sisters and her prince as the familiar tale of true love unfolds through grand theatrical. Participation in all performances is optional, and rehearsals are separate from class.
Complete with flurrying snow, a colossal christmas tree and magic tricks galore, this holiday spectacular features over 100 dancers, 200 costumes and tchaikovskys exultant score. Groups save gather your group, and save up to 50% over single tickets. Ballet theatre of scrantons the nutcracker happenings. Alone, drosselmeyer clutches the nutcracker and remembers how his nephew came to be cursed by the dreaded sevenheaded rat king. We went to see pittsburgh ballet theatres nutcracker for the second time. The edwardian glamour of the opening scene sets the stage for a fantasy world, where an epic battle between the. With 24 performances throughout december and unique casting combinations for each, the cast list for the nutcracker is something of a rubiks cube.
Great russian nutcracker moscow ballet annenberg center. Mbts nutcracker is a classic, family version that is annually the best attended performing arts production in northern virginia. Our brilliant dancers, vibrant costumes and larger than life set pieces will astonish and delight this year the reading pops orchestra will again accompany our production with live music. Pittsburgh s premier ballet company of nearly 50 years. Oct 26, 2010 find yourself swept into the childlike wonder of the holidays with the nutcracker. For some, the christmas season begins the minute thanksgiving ends, though many stores now bypass that unprofitable holiday and cut straight to the chase from halloween. This free performance is a true gift to our community. In 1982, pbt entered a new era with the appointment of patricia wilde as artistic director a position she would hold for 15 years. Elena has danced at seattle civic dance theatre and momentum dance academy. The nutcracker ballet theatre mahoney, jean, seddon, viola anne on. Our studio offers all levels of instruction of ballet from 4 years old to adult.
The cherished holiday tradition of experiencing tchaikovskys legendary ballet is about to get a whole lot sweeter this season, because pittsburgh ballet theatres pbt 26performance run of. Ballet theatre of scranton and marywood university will present the 40th anniversary annual free performances of the nutcracker ballet on december 26, 27 and 28 at 2 p. Many students in this division have the opportunity to audition for and perform in pittsburgh ballet theatres annual presentation of the nutcracker and other repertoire productions. Whether youre celebrating a special occasion with family and friends, planning an employee outing, or looking for a fun educational experience for your students, pittsburgh ballet promises an unforgettable experience for your group. One of our friends daughter has a part in the production, so it was fun to cheer her on. Nov 15, 2017 pittsburgh ballet theatres version of the classic tale opens with a christmas eve party in early 20thcentury shadyside. For the last 40 years, berks ballet theatre has brought the nutcracker to life for thousands to enjoy. As midnight approaches, enchantment envelopes the household. Holiday magic with pittsburgh ballet theatre s the nutcracker. This previous summer, she attended pittsburgh ballet theatre schools. Anchored by the dancers of mbt, northern virginias largest professional ballet company, the story of clara and her nutcracker prince comes alive with the. This show is nothing short of magical pittsburgh postgazette. Here marie stahlbaum, a girl who is just coming of age, receives a nutcracker from her mysterious godfather drosselmeyer and an introduction to his nephew.
The washington ballet presents the nutcracker at the warner theatre 20 highlights. Hoffmann, and the music composed by pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky, the nutcracker is about a young. The magic of the nutcracker illuminates the stage with more than 150 performers, hundreds of costumes and choreography that. Pittsburgh ballet theatre polish hill pittsburgh, pa. Dec 04, 2015 pittsburgh kdka the pittsburgh ballet theatre opened the nutcracker friday night the first of 24 performances at the benedum center. Its that time of year that weve all been waiting for as pittsburgh ballet theatre. Mbts nutcracker is a classic, family version that is annually the best attende d performing arts production in northern virginia. A winter wonderland awaits at pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker. Jean gedeon, artistic director and founder of the pittsburgh youth ballet school in 1983. Pittsburgh youth ballet company presents the nutcracker. The ballet theatre of scranton presents the 37th annual performance of classic holiday ballet the nutcracker december 2628. Orr, set to tchaikovskys enduring score, the pittsburgh ballet theatres production of the nutcracker has been a longstanding holiday tradition since the production premiered in. Pittsburgh ballet theatres storied history with balanchine and tchaikovsky is revived in this mixedrepertory production. Orr, set to tchaikovskys enduring score, the pittsburgh ballet theatres production of the nutcracker has been a longstanding holiday tradition since the production premiered in 2001.
As it entered its second decade, pittsburgh ballet theatre cemented its place among the nations leading ballet companies. Ballet theatre of scrantons the nutcracker happenings magazine. Enchant the whole family with largerthanlife magical props, a 60foot growing christmas tree and spectacular russianmade costumes and sets. Find discount pittsburgh youth ballet company tickets for sale at, your trusted online destination for 20192020 tickets on the secondary market.
Pittsburgh ballet theatre the nutcracker ticket prices. Pittsburgh ballet theatre cultural district, pittsburgh. Official ticket site of the pittsburgh ballet theatre, tickets to the nutcracker at the benedum center and other pbt events. Dec 18, 2019 as the holiday season approaches, so does the rich pageantry of manassas ballet theatres the nutcracker. Childrens ballet theater nutcracker gpac germantown. With a subscription package, youll earn a tutu triumvirate, which may include the newly debuted the three musketeers, tchaikovskys timeless holiday tale the nutcracker, or dracula, bram stokers macabre saga of love experienced by sentient lawn ornaments. For a detailed look at ticket prices and amazing discounts, visit our website.
As students move into the student division, six progressive levels strengthen classical ballet technique. The nutcracker in 1976 ballet theatre of scrantons artistic director, the late constance reynolds, had a dream to give something back to the community that welcomed her so warmly when she settled here from her native home in scotland. Starting this week, the beloved christmas story will again come to life for 24 magical nights. The ballet company performing in this ballet video include pittsburgh ballet theatre. Capture the awe and exhilaration of the holiday season with the classic story, iconic choreography and soaring score of the nutcracker. Pittsburgh ballet theatre 2900 liberty ave, pittsburgh, pennsylvania 15201 rated 4.
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