The costumes, stage sets, special effects, lighting and caliber of talent are the best. We strive to engage the creative heart of each dancer and audience member during each performance. Holiday nutcracker performances in oakland, berkeley, and. Castro valley center for the arts, 19501 redwood road, castro valley. Ive never even been to a real movie, so i had no idea what going to the ballet at an auditorium even meant. The nutcracker will entertain and delight audiences of all ages from the moment they get caught up in the party scene to the final waltz with all the cast members.
Performance opportunities students of alameda ballet academy have the opportunity to audition for alameda civic ballet s nutcracker. We strive to engage the creative heart of each dancer and. In addition to selling items, we also offer a silent auction. Students are in encouraged to audition for the alameda civic ballet s nutcracker and abas spring recital. The nutcracker ballet san jose california nutcracker ballets. Generally each year the ballet san jose company also offers a public invitation to attend a fundraising gala which is an opening night fundraising event. Putting on a pair of notsneakers and attending a ballet or holiday theater performance is an annual tradition for many families. Nutcracker ballet 2019 discounts tickets available now from trusted california ticket sources.
Our nutcracker sweet shop offers many different nutcracker and ballet themed items including homemade goods, crafts, ornaments, stockings, flowers and original artwork. Hoffmanns whimsical world return to bam for the winter holidays in this acclaimed production of the nutcracker, presented by the renowned american ballet theatre and choreographed by abt artist in residence alexei ratmansky. Tickets are available in pine grove at sierra ballet school and ridge road garden center, or by calling 2092954621. Though san francisco balletomanes still often refer to helgi tomassons nut as the new sfb version, it is already in its. Magical toy soldiers, sparkling snowflakes, mischievous mice, and all the enchanting inhabitants of e. They seek to impart students with artistry, self expression, grace and musicality, while encouraging a love for the art of dance. Friday, december 22, 2017 at 7 pm saturday, december 23, 2017 at 2 pm and 7 pm. Performance opportunities students of alameda ballet academy have the opportunity to audition for alameda civic ballets nutcracker. Unfortunate this ballet felt like a childrens recital more than anything. Join the cache valley civic ballet in their annual presentation of the enchanted christmas story by e.
This is a brief compilation of alameda civic ballet performances including their annual nutcracker production, created for acb by rapt productions. The nutcracker ballet is the most recognized event the san jose ballet produces, and with good reason. California ballet company presents the nutcracker at the san diego civic theatre december 1422, 20. Obs offers classical ballet training to all students from preballet to the preprofessional level. This visually stunning, allnew production of nutcracker, choreographed by helgi tomasson artistic director of the san francisco ballet is a graceful and timeless adventure on a grand scale. The nutcracker cache valley civic ballet school and company.
Alameda ballet academy quality classical dance education in. Reed hutchinson julia cinquemani in the nutcracker. The annual holiday production features many young bay area dancers as the snowballs, sweet treats and soldiers that appear onstage. Call us at 3044225538 to reserve tickets on a visamcdiscover credit cards only we do not accept debit cards. Alameda civic ballet is a nonprofit 501c3 charitable organization. Dancers from area professional companies augment the cast. The nutcracker ballet golden west college performing arts. Join us for a familyfriendly, holiday tradition at our affordable nutcracker performances at the bellbrook high school auditorium. The alameda civic ballet, along with its affiliate school, alameda ballet academy, was founded in 2003 by the artistic director, abra rudisill. Taking the whole family out to the ballet can take a bite out of your christmas shopping budget.
Audiences are delighted by the colorful scenery, beautiful costumes, enthusiastic performances by the dancers, and, of course, the wonderful music of tchaikovsky. Alameda civic ballets the nutcracker alameda ballet academy. Oakland ballet school a welcoming environment to learn. We strive to provide a welcoming environment and an encouraging atmosphere to learn ballet through musicality, artistic expression, coordination, and technique. Dec 15, 20 nutcracker 20 every year master ballet academy along with ballet and friends, puts on the the best nutcracker performance in arizona. There is a cast meet and greet following all five shows.
The center for ballet arts is presenting a familyfriendly version of the ballet called nutcracker in a nutshell on saturday and sunday, dec. The nutcracker bay ballet academy san jose new ballet. The audition is open to all ballet students at any dance studio in the area. The pair of dancers are part of the upcoming nutcracker cast with the oakland ballet, and also part of the dance companys educational outreach, recently offering a taste of the production. Dec 02, 20 this means im old enough to ride a bike with a bar attached to the back so mommy can grab me if i get going downhill and cant stop, eat popsicles inside, say long words like appropriate and go see the nutcracker ballet. Celebrating over 15 years as worldclass professional ballet company, theres no question that the. This production has become a family holiday tradition. Augustine ballet performs the nutcracker every holiday season at flagler colleges lewis auditorium. It is the perfect blend of meticulous but encouraging training that is supported by a team of qualified and caring instructors. Sierra ballet schools production of the nutcracker promises to be entertaining, heartwarming, and elegant. All dancers enrolled in a ballet classes throughout the community are encouraged to audition.
Centennial state ballet performances demonstrate the companys commitment to purity of form, dedication to training, and honing life skills for dancers of all ages and worldchanging dreams. The allen civic ballet is by no means an easy excuse for ballet. Nov 30, 2019 we are excited to announce bay ballet academys unique production of the nutcracker in san jose. Ronn guidis the secret nutcracker an annual holiday favorite. The nutcracker guidelines for purchasing tickets for all performances. Oakland ballet companys the nutcracker is a community affair. Come see this classic story come to life, performed by the company of northern california ballet. Student nutcracker auditions oakland ballet company. The company brings in professional dancers to perform in the two large shows they produce each year, including the nutcracker. This year, there will four performances over two days. Casting will be posted at the alameda ballet academy studio as well as emailed to performers. Performances longmont ballet boulder co live orchestra.
Each year at the end of august the ballet company of east county holds open auditions for the nutcracker. Alameda civic ballets the nutcracker alameda ballet. The ballet company of east county was brought to life from a dream to provide more dance opportunities to eastern contra costa county. Berkeley ballet theater bbt, the east bays premiere center for ballet training, welcomes all members of the community to enjoy robbie nichols and sally streets the nutcracker this holiday season. Nov 12, 20 california ballet company presents the nutcracker at the san diego civic theatre december 1422, 20. Every year the berkeley city ballet stages an elaborate production of the nutcracker. The american youth ballet is the performing troupe of the american dance center school at 117th and quivira in overland park, kansas owned and operated by kristopher estesbrown and jennifer tierney. It will take place at the historic hoover theater in the rose garden on nov. Join the festivities as california ballet takes to the stage for their annual the nutcracker. The nutcracker production at the ballet company of east county. Nutcracker 20 california ballet company, san diego. Our nutcracker is a fulllength ballet with beautiful dancing, professional dancers, and magnificent costumes and sets that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Follow clara and her nutcracker prince on their adventures thro. San diego city ballet nutcracker california nutcrackers.
Dec 04, 20 join the festivities as california ballet takes to the stage for their annual the nutcracker. Performed with a live orchestra, together with extraordinary. Last day for credit card sales is tuesday the week of the. Augustine ballet is a nonprofit performing arts organization founded in 2010. Calls for tickets are returned within 48 business day hours. Please go to alameda civic ballet s nutcracker page for the rehearsal schedule and other information. The bcb nutcracker features a cast of over 40 dancers with elegant costumes and sets. All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Every year master ballet academy along with ballet and friends, puts on the the best nutcracker performance in arizona. The scenic design by michael yeargan, setting the tale at the time of the 1915 san francisco world fair, is sensational. The instructors and staff of the alameda ballet academy are dedicated to bringing quality classical dance education to the greater alameda community. We really enjoyed last saturdays oakland ballet performance. Alameda ballet academy quality classical dance education. Dance is an art form created for presentation before an audience and is a skill that needs to be practiced to be done well, just like anything else.
American ballet theatre offers the final performances ever in new york city of alexei ratmanskys acclaimed the nutcracker when it concludes its fiveyear engagement at bam this december as the lights dim and tchaikovskys beautiful score fills the air, join young clara for a dreamlike journey amid colorful, largerthanlife scenery, magical toy soldiers, mischievous mice. Nearly 300 performers in dazzling costumes gracefully bring to life beloved holiday music with the help of vibrant sets and props. Ballet petit celebrated its 40th anniversary nutcracker in december 2018, showcasing current students as well as multiple generations of returning alumni performing together at chabot colleges reed buffington performing arts center. Augustine ballet offers performance opportunities to ballet dancers from the st. The scenic design by michael yeargan, setting the tale at the time of. Whether you entertain important clients, employees, dance school students, or plan special events, club outings or alumni gettogethers, the nutcracker is the perfect holiday treat whether youre four or ninetyfour. Tchaikovskys nutcracker is a traditional thing to do during the holidays, and one of the most loved christmas stories, based on e. Sneak peek of oakland ballets nutcracker at strandwood.
So each year i make it a tradition to round up the top nutcracker ballet discount ticket offers for as many performances as i can find in california. Ballet petits 35th anniversary nutcracker in 20 counted nearly 300 dancers in over 450 costumes. A magical and truly touching performance alastair maccaulay, new york times, bbts moving version of the ballets storyline highlights the holiday. San diegos city ballet the nutcracker performance information. Dec 22, 2017 the pair of dancers are part of the upcoming nutcracker cast with the oakland ballet, and also part of the dance companys educational outreach, recently offering a taste of the production. Alameda civic ballets 12th annual presentation of the nutcracker when. Please check back for oakland ballet events at the paramount. Thanks to berkeley ballet theater for sponsoring this guide to holiday dance performances for more than thirty years, berkeley ballet theaters rendition of the holiday classic, the nutcracker, has been an east bay family favorite. American ballet theatre principal dancers irina dvorovenko and maxim beloserkovsky photo courtesy of dancer magazine media sponsor grand theater, wausau reserve your tickets today. Alameda civic ballets nutcracker returns in castro valley. The goal of the company is to create and present quality community accessible ballet performances, while providing young dancers the opportunity to gain valuable experience performing alongside. Ticket sales to purchase tickets in advance of tickets sales begin date. For the 37th consecutive year, ballet repertory theatre happily returns with its exuberant fulllength nutcracker.
Dec 20, 2019 the nutcracker will entertain and delight audiences of all ages from the moment they get caught up in the party scene to the final waltz with all the cast members. Oakland ballets the nutcracker an east bay holiday. This means im old enough to ride a bike with a bar attached to the back so mommy can grab me if i get going downhill and cant stop, eat popsicles inside, say long words like appropriate and go see the nutcracker ballet ive never even been to a real movie, so i had no idea what going to the ballet at an auditorium even meant. San francisco ballets nutcracker, december 12, 2014 on friday night, san francisco ballets 70th year anniversary of its nutcracker tradition opened to a packed house full of cheers and wild applause throughout the performance. The city ballet of san diego offers one of the longest nutcracker ballet schedules in california. I recommend this school to anyone who wants to have to chance to receive professional, quality instruction in a dance form that is known for its age old.
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