Performed by the students of the arc school of ballet, the arc youth dance company and arc dances professional dancers, nutcracker sweets run a sweet, abbreviated, hourlong performance of the classic ballet. Dec 02, 2017 this youth ballet production features young san juan island dancers in a 45minute family friendly performance highlighting classic scenes, with an island twist. Its the ultimate holiday theatrical production in seattle and its a big deal. It just isnt the holiday season in washington state without the annual the nutcracker seattle production, presented annually by the pacific northwest ballet and featuring choreography by the immortal george balanchine and lucky for you, great tickets are available for every performance of the companys 2020 production. Dec 01, 2015 a family friendly performance designed specifically with kids in mind. The olympic ballet theater will also be performing the nutcracker at the everett performing arts center. The nutcracker ballet ruined pacific northwest ballet. Seattles paramount theatre has enjoyed a long and storied history, beginning with its grand opening as the seattle theatre in march of 1928.
See moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker and create memories for a lifetime. The nutcracker seattle tickets the pacific northwest ballet. The nutcracker bellevue events, happenings, attractions. Many of pacific northwest ballets performances are wonderfully suited to school age children. Tacoma city ballet performances at the pantages theater in tacoma, december 15th. Featuring the san diego symphony at all fulllength performances california ballet presents jared nelsons highly anticipated all new nutcracker at the civic theatre. Pacific northwest ballet seattle 2020 all you need to. The nutcracker family day is an interactive experience where children of all ages can participate in activities and festivities prior to the matinee performance. Seattle theater is part of the theatreland ltd collection.
A beginners guide to taking a small child to the nutcracker. While visiting our daughter and family, we attended the nutcracker ballet at a saturday afternoon performance. Attending the nutcracker with kids pacific northwest ballet. It is a film adaptation of the ballet the nutcracker by pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky and. The washington ballet brings the magic of the nutcracker to service men and women and their families for military appreciation night. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in seattle. This north seattle dance school produces a very popular, familyfriendly one hour show called nutcracker sweets that caters to young. Guide to nutcracker performances around puget sound cbs. Pacific northwest ballet the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker is now the worlds most recognized and celebrated production, now in its 29th season the legendary costumes and sets are designed by maurice sendak author and illustrator of where the wild things are and the performance itself is seen by approximately 100,000 people per year booster seats are available on a first come. With vibrant costumes and brilliant sets, ibts nutcracker has become an event for every family on the eastside. Community favorite, arc school of ballet is once again featuring their nutcracker sweets production. Residents and visitors alike have been entertained at the magnificent theatre and millions have delighted in the theatres architectural majesty, viewed countless films, and. With vibrant costumes and brilliant sets, ibts nutcracker celebrates their 19th season and has become an event for every family on the eastside. Enhance your support for the washington ballet by becoming a sponsor.
Hoffman featuring clara, the nutcracker prince, dr. Moscow ballet seeks dancers for seattle nutcracker performance. Set to tchaikovskys iconic score, you will be captivated as clara and her beloved nutcracker battle a most memorable mouse king, encounter dancing snowflakes and travel to the palace of the dolls. This holiday season, join the international ballet theatre for a christmas tradition decades old. The nutcracker the waltz of the snowflakes the royal ballet. Dec, 2019 join the international ballet theatre for an annual tradition that comes to life just for the holidays. Enjoy a tea party and holiday treats after the performance, meet with characters in costume, and shop a holiday gift boutique. Enjoy a tea party and holiday treats after the performance, meet with characters in costume, and shop a. We prepped on the story of the nutcracker along with how one behaves at a ballet. A memorymaking tradition for generations of families and friends, the nutcracker fun includes mccaw hall gloriously. Throughout the adirondacks and beyond, one holiday tradition that our family and many others look forward to each year is the nutcracker ballet.
The nutcracker is central to many families holiday traditions, and continues to. Set to tchaikovskys iconic score, you will be captivated as clara and her beloved nutcracker battle a most memorable mouse king, encounter dancing snowflakes and travel to. Established in 2003, theatreland offers the largest individual collection of websites providing complete, impartial guides to all the theatrical, musical and performance arts events and venues in the worlds greatest theatre cities, from new yorks broadway to londons west end and from the showrooms of las vegas to shakespeares globe. Nov 16, 2011 tacoma city ballet, in concert with the northwest sinfonietta, presents the story of clara and the nutcracker. Pnb events the pacific northwest ballet has incredible events promoting arts in the community. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker.
Seattle refined has rounded up 10 of our favorite nutcracker performances so you can pick out your favorite or attempt to see them all this holiday season. Feb 06, 2015 the royal ballet performs the waltz of the snowflakes in the nutcracker, with meaghan grace hinkis as clara, ricardo cervera as the nutcracker and gary avis as drosselmeyer, recorded in 2012. Pacific northwest ballet the nutcracker mccaw hall, seattle, wa. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. The nutcracker the waltz of the snowflakes the royal. Ibts the nutcracker is more than a simple ballet production. Kansas city ballets annual tradition, the nutcracker, is the top holiday event in kansas city and continues to awe audiences year after year and is hailed as positively oozing charm by the washington post. Midcolumbia ballet mcb presents the 44thannual performance of the nutcracker on december th, 14th, and 15th 2019 at the richland high school auditorium. We are spoiled here in seattle to have such an amazing company like pacific northwest ballet putting on such timeless productions like george balanchines the nutcracker. Join your favorite nutcracker characters for a magical morning or afternoon tea party. We invite you to continue a tradition or create a new one with those you care about. Gorgeous costumes and sets make this timeless performance truly unforgettable. Live on stage with spectacular sets, costumes and dancing.
Ibts production of the nutcracker features a cast of 80 talented young people, experienced professional. Visit craft stations for coloring, ornament making, and searchaword, photo ops with dancers, and the opportunity to watch a rehearsal and learn how dancers prepare for performance. As pacific northwest ballet rehearses for its performances of the. The nutcracker seattle tickets the nutcracker seattle tour.
The nutcracker is a holiday favorite for ballet enthusiasts. The nutcracker in kansas city kc ballet official tickets. The nutcracker seattle tickets the nutcracker seattle. To prepare for the ballet, weve been reading ella bella ballerina and the nutcracker before bed for weeks. Pacific northwest ballet performance response to covid19 effective immediately, seattle center armory and artists at play playground are closed to the public until further notice. Mark foehringers nutcracker sweets mark foehringer. Behind the scenes with the children of the nutcracker. The nutcracker seattle tickets the nutcracker seattle tickets. A hoffmans the nutcracker and the mouse king 1816, which the famed russian composer tchaikovsky scored in 1892. When i was invited to opening night of the nutcracker in seattle at the pacific northwest ballet, i felt humbled and honored. Washington nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet.
Dec 08, 2019 a single ticket to the nutcracker tea party at the willard hotel at 3. Seattle s paramount theatre has enjoyed a long and storied history, beginning with its grand opening as the seattle theatre in march of 1928. Performed by the students of the arc school of ballet, the arc youth. Best nutcracker performances in puget sound cbs seattle. Nov 25, 2019 performing alongside professional ballet dancers in the nutcracker with one of the most revered companies in the country is a dream come true for many young ballet students. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in seattle. See moscow ballets great russian nutcracker and create memories for a lifetime. Guests will be greeted at the warner theatre by military dignitaries and nutcracker cast members, and will be treated to an exclusive behindthescenes rehearsal of the nutcracker soldiers marching.
Our production is a spectacle of worldrenowned talent and exquisite handmade costumes and sets. Pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys beloved score, and the entire pnb company in showstopping roles. This special production is danced storytelling that is affordable, magical, zany, and fun. Olga jaeckel and hanane lemlih all tea ticket holders will attend the nutcracker matinee performance at 1. Performing alongside professional ballet dancers in the nutcracker with one of the most revered companies in the country is a dream come true for many young ballet students. We poured over seattle refined photographer joshua lewis photos of the performance. Saint louis ballet offers the same great quality dancing, a. This beloved family tradition features 180 cast members. Mccaw hall plays host to the nutcracker seattle ballet each year, bringing to life george balanchines version of.
Buy tickets online now or find out more with seattle theater. If your family loves history the tale was first told russia in 1892. The royal ballet performs the waltz of the snowflakes in the nutcracker, with meaghan grace hinkis as clara, ricardo cervera as the nutcracker and gary avis as. Nutcracker is for everyone so whether its with friends, family, coworkers or a special someone, attending our 75th anniversary celebration will be a spectacular experience. The edmonds ballet company presents its annual, fulllength performance of the holiday favorite, featuring a newer backdrop and staging. Drosselmeier and the sugar plum fairy is a magical theatrical. Not only was this my daughters first ballet, but it was practically my. Your ultimate guide to seattlearea holiday nutcracker.
Obt also offers a shorter performance for schools and groups that includes a behindthescenes look at the production designed for kids. The company of almost 40 dancers is the only internationally touring ballet group to perform to critical acclaim in over 75 north american cities annually. Kidfriendly guide to the nutcracker in seattle marcie in. Nov 20, 2012 the nutcracker ballets huge cast of characters is appealing to audiences of all ages. North sound nutcracker productions olympic ballet theatre.
Moscow ballet casts student dancers ages 618 in ancillary roles performing sidebyside with the full russian company. George balanchines the nutcracker pacific northwest ballet. This youth ballet production features young san juan island dancers in a 45minute familyfriendly performance highlighting classic scenes, with an island twist. The nutcracker is the holiday tradition you cant miss. Abcs number one entertainment show is hitting the road once more this year. The nutcracker international ballet theatre, a washington. Guide to nutcracker performances around puget sound cbs seattle. This timeless family classic is performed in the tradition of the st.
With a cast of dancers portraying the beloved characters of clara, the nutcracker prince, playful mice, toy soldiers, the sugar plum fairy and more, this ballet is a favorite holiday tradition. It is an event of enchantment and wonder that not only brings the whole family together but imbues the heart of each audience member with the magic of christmas. International ballet theatre the nutcracker in bellevue. Kidfriendly guide to the nutcracker in seattle marcie. The motion picture, also known as pacific northwest ballets nutcracker or simply nutcracker, is a 1986 american christmas performing arts film produced by pacific northwest ballet in association with hyperion pictures and kushnerlocke, and released theatrically by atlantic releasing corporation. Pacific northwest ballet the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker is now the worlds most recognized and celebrated production, now in its 29th season the legendary costumes and sets are designed by maurice sendak author and illustrator of where the wild things are and the performance itself is seen by approximately 100,000 people per year. Nothing captures the holiday spirit better than the nutcracker. The costumes, dancing and excellent orchestra made for a wonderful afternoon.
With visionary choreography, sparkling new costuming and sets, and the polish of the san diego symphony. Official website of pacific northwest ballet in seattle. Tacoma city ballet, in concert with the northwest sinfonietta, presents the story of clara and the nutcracker. Bestselling classic, the nutcracker is a fantastical combination of unique design, tchaikovskys score, and the entire company in showstopping roles. Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. Mark foehringers nutcracker sweets mark foehringer dance. Behind the scenes with the children of the nutcracker the. The nutcracker december 24, 2019 san diego civic theatre. View all hotels near pacific northwest ballet on tripadvisor. Took the entire family to the nutcracker for christmas. The nutcracker ballets huge cast of characters is appealing to audiences of all ages.
Moscow ballet seeks dancers for seattle nutcracker. Since this is pnbs big holiday show, you ll see that most families are dressed up in their holiday outfits. Nov 24, 2018 the olympic ballet theater will also be performing the nutcracker at the everett performing arts center. Make claras magical story a family holiday traditionfrom traditional productions for older. Tacoma city ballet this enchanting production expands upon the original nutcracker to also include the tale of the hard nut, a story about how a princess breaks the spell of the curse of ugliness cast by the evil mouse queen. Join the international ballet theatre for an annual tradition that comes to life just for the holidays. Residents and visitors alike have been entertained at the magnificent theatre and millions have delighted in the theatres. A familyfriendly performance designed specifically with kids in mind. Enriching lives in the pacific northwest, considered a national treasure and acclaimed worldwide, pnb epitomizes excellence in the performing arts. Your ultimate guide to seattlearea holiday nutcracker performances. Mccaw hall we are located at 321 mercer street, seattle, wa 98109.
Morning matinee wednesday, december 18 at 11am a shorter nutcracker ballet designed for very young audience members and students with limited attention spans. The nutcracker tea party at the willard intercontinental hotel sunday, december 8, 2019 at 11. Pacific northwest ballet the pacific northwest ballet s nutcracker is now the worlds most recognized and celebrated production, now in its 29th season the legendary costumes and sets are designed by maurice sendak author and illustrator of where the wild things are and the performance itself is seen by approximately 100,000 people per year booster seats are available on a first come. Pacific northwest ballet this is the third year for the pacific northwest ballet s production featuring the choreography of george balanchine with sets and costumes designed by ian.