This annual yuletide favorite tells the story of a young girl named clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on christmas eve, and sets out on a wondrous. Averaging 100 nutcracker ballet performances during november and december, this coasttocoast production combines the highest caliber of russian ballet choreography with high leaps, low lunges and multiple spins and a time honored christmas story woven with guest artists and casting calls for local children to appear in the performances. Home of the nutcracker at the san diego civic theatre with the san diego symphony. Check out this list of diverse stagings of the nutcracker across southern california. Chico community ballet presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet. Youll find a wide variety of nutcracker performances throughout marin and the san francisco bay area this holiday season, from fun introductions for younger kids to puppet shows to elaborately staged, full. Opened in 1932, the historic pasadena civic auditorium is one of the most revered performance halls in the nation. 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.
The nutcracker join us in costa mesa, california for one of the sweetest treats of the holiday season. Holiday nutcracker performances in the bay area marin. Moorpark civic ballet brings a cast of over 60 dancers to agoura hills for its holiday performance of the nutcracker. The christmas holidays mean the nutcracker ballet will be performed all over southern california. Local and regional dancers are encouraged to audition for placement in the companys performances. In response to the covid19 situation, upcoming performances for inland pacific ballet in april and the inland pacific ballet academy in march have been cancelled. The first nutcracker at ppac after the camp fire we are recovering stronger than ever come and enjoy this ageless tradition. Inland dance theatre presents its holiday tradition the nutcracker ushering in the holiday season with a magic, wonder and beauty all its own. Marin center is the perfect venue for introducing children to a traditional live theater experience and mbs nutcracker is a lovely gift to share with those you love.
California ballet presents jared nelsons highly anticipated all new nutcracker at the civic theatre. Come see this classic story come to life, performed by the company of northern california ballet. We are pleased to continue our longstanding partnership and tradition with the girl scouts of northern california, offering a nutcracker workshop and special girl scouts nutcracker show package. Travel with curious clara and her adventurous prince as they journey through a kingdom filled with.
With visionary choreography, sparkling new costuming and. Featuring the san diego symphony at all fulllength performances california ballet presents jared nelsons highly anticipated all new nutcracker at the civic theatre. We support this decision to ensure the wellbeing of our audience, artists and staff. One of the most iconic performances every holiday season is the showing of the nutcracker. Nutcracker ballet tickets in california great russian nutcracker. I dont have the patience for a full nutcracker if you have small or specialneeds family members, california ballet has a toddlerfriendly performance on. Enjoy performances by the sugar plum fairy and her friends from the land of sweets, make keepsake crafts, take photos with the cast, indulge in a heavenly dessert and beverage bar and dont miss our unique nutcracker shopping boutique. 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. Productions number well over 50 with most companies producing a minimum of two shows.
In 2019, the essential holiday tradition continues. Following guidelines of the california department of public health, and the butte county department of public health, chico performances has cancelled all remaining shows this spring. Southern californias 5 best the nutcracker ballets. The university box office will be closed to in person visitors starting thursday, march 19 until further notice. The 31st anniversary production will be accompanied by a full symphony orchestra the only nutcracker in southern california with live music and promises special guest performances. Whether youre seeing it again or for the first time, the nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to a magical world of brave toy soldiers and dancing. Join us for this holiday event and you will enjoy a night of specialty cocktails, fabulous hors doeuvres, music, and more. Northern california nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. California nutcracker ballet events information, dates, ballet.
The christmas holidays mean the nutcracker ballet will. Presented in the historic california theatre of the performing arts, the nutcracker with the sugar plum fairy, snow queen, cavalier and, of course, clara all will come to glorious life for three performances only dec. American ballet theatre s critically acclaimed production of the nutcracker. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area. School of dance and music for children with disabilities.
California nutcracker ballets, the nutcracker events photo. Nearly 300 performers in dazzling costumes gracefully bring to life beloved holiday music, each a rollicking performance. Northern california ballet bringing quality fulllength. If you purchased tickets, please be patient and you will be contacted directly by the box office. The nutcracker california dance ensemble agoura hills. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in.
In california alone, there are hundreds of dance groups, both amateur and professional, that perform this ballet each year, mostly in october through december. California dance ensemble performs the holiday treat, featuring 150 performers, including. Join clara and her beloved nutcracker as she travels to the land of snow, and to the palace of the dolls where all of her favorite doll companions come to life. But with so many available within san diego, which performance are worth going to see. Meet costumed characters at the candy cane party immediately following the 1pm performances. Create holiday memories for your family by sharing the magic of the nutcracker. San francisco ballet auxiliary invites you to an exciting night celebrating the 75th anniversary of san francisco ballets nutcracker. Stapleton ballet performs its nutcracker at marin center on december 7 and 8 tchaikovskys classic ballet the nutcracker is timehonored christmas tradition in many communities. With visionary choreography, sparkling new costuming and sets, and the polish of the san diego symphony. The nutcracker performance by the california ballet was the best ballet performance i have ever seen. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in pasadena. It includes performances by students from the colburn school and the gabriella foundations. California ballet company jared nelson, artistic director san diegos leading professional ballet company since 1968. The nutcracker december 24, 2019 san diego civic theatre.
One of our favorite holiday traditions is to take our children to see one of the magical nutcracker performances in orange county. The christmas season may seem a ways off, but tickets to las most popular nutcracker and nutcrackerinspired performances are already on. Pyotr llyich tchaikovskys ballet, about a young girl named clara who dreams of the nutcracker prince and a fierce battle with the mouse king, is one of the. The nutcracker takes classical ballet vocabulary and pairs it with a.
Nutcracker is for everyone so whether its with friends, family, coworkers or a special someone, attending our 75th. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Nutcracker performances in orange county oc mom blog. The nutcracker december 724, 2019 at the irvine barclay theatre familyfriendly, traditional, warmth of the holiday season buy tickets a cherished holiday classic, perfect for all ages. Festival ballet theatres familyfriendly breathtaking production features superb colorful scenery and dazzling. Bringing the classics to life along with fresh, new innovative choreography.
Nutcracker ballet performances performed in california the most beloved christmas holiday performance is the nutcracker ballet. Dress up and learn about the nutcracker story as the characters come to life. Harris center for the arts at folsom lake college is a regional performing arts center that seeks to enrich the lives of people throughout california s capital region by providing venues and opportunities to experience artistic work, celebrate cultural traditions and participate in the creative process. The nutcracker season is set to dance across stages throughout southern california. Which shows are flawlessly classic, and which performances put a new spin on an old story. Moscow ballet nutcracker ballet performances in california. Southern california nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Ever year, there are more and more performances happening at local theatres for families to enjoy. Critically acclaimed inland pacific ballets the nutcracker comes to life in this magnificent holiday ballet with dazzling sets, beautiful costumes, and more than 80 dancers on stage. Top 3 san diego showings of the nutcracker fine magazine. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere. Everyone performed absolutely great, from the solo dances all the way to group of sweet little children. The civic has played host to broadway musicals, world class ballet, symphony orchestras and celebrity speakers as well as the emmy awards, peoples choice awards, american idol and so you think you can.
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