The nutcracker december 528, 2014 all performances are located at the auditorium theatre, 50 e. Ballerina anna trofimova talks about this unique opportunity to learn from and perform with. Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show. For many families, this is the nutcracker in chicago, and the landmark auditorium theatre decorated for the holidays only adds to the festive feel. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. Ballet chicagos 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. S ome people come to looking for information on ballet lessons, and others come looking for ballet performances such as nutcracker ballet chicago. Nov 25, 2014 the nutcracker is a holiday tradition and ive got a chance to give you tickets to see it. In 2014, wheater accepted the chicago spirit of innovation award for the joffrey.
Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in illinois. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Metropolitan ballet nutcracker minneapolis ballet orchestra. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs chicago. Where to see the nutcracker in the suburbs and chicago. Guide to ten performances from the joffrey ballet to the dogs. Simply put, robert joffreys nutcracker, set in victorian america, is huge, with a run of 24 performances, lavish sets and costumes, live music by the chicago philharmonic.
Show me chicago has put together a potpourri of happenings from ballet and hip hop to teas and bar. Dec 10, 2014 the curtain will go up on several performances of the nutcracker ballet around the chicago suburbs in the coming weekends. Joffrey ballet tickets at auditorium theatre il chicago. Dance companies throughout chicago and the suburbs are staging versions of tchaikovskys beloved ballet the nutcracker starting this weekend. Joffrey ballet artistic director ashley wheater set out to sustain.
Joffrey ballet and cleveland orchestra planning a fluid, improved. Until 2016 when the joffrey decided to shake it up a bit. The curtain will go up on several performances of the nutcracker ballet around the chicago suburbs in the coming weekends. Although classical ballet is the primary focus of hda, we believe that dance artists benefit from a. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and private parties. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the merchant, foster dance studios, in connection with this offer. Click here to view a digital version of the nutcracker program book. Reviews of ballet chicagos the nutcracker in chicago, il goldstar. For many dancers, its the bane of their existence as they gear up for yet another year of snowflakes and flowers. Set to tchaikovskys delightful score, the nutcracker is sure to create cherished memories for your whole family. The 2014 holiday season is alive and well in chicago with a sleigh full of events from a to z. Nov 20, 2019 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. It has been my honor to perform the role of the sugar plum fairy in the nutcracker at salt creek ballet over the course of many years. This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere.
This naperville academy and youngdancer company, founded by ricardo and regina moyano, mounts its 23rd nutcracker. And the many believers the nutcracker student matinees sponsors. Reviews for ballet chicagos the nutcracker in chicago, il at goldstar. Read what members are saying about ballet chicagos the nutcracker and find tickets to upcoming events. Three or five adultdivision ballet classes at chicago dance academy up to 58% off. Every year the nutcracker takes us on an unforgettable journey with young marie as she travels from her home on. Nov 09, 2016 chris jones of the chicago tribune says that this production is shaping up to be quite a broadwaystyle extravaganza. Dec 02, 2016 selection from the nutcracker, performed december 1018 at the athenaeum theater, 2936 n southport, chicago, il. October december th, 2014 broadway in naperville, welcomes you to the world premiere production of the nutcracker and the mouse king. Where to see the nutcracker ballet around the usa travelingmom. 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. We provide our students with the highest caliber of dance training in a nurturing and loving environment.
Ballet chicago is a fullyequipped studio offering extensive training of. Dont miss this incredible holiday journey set to tchaikovskys renowned nutcracker score. As of 2014 the company comprised 40 dancers, performs its regular septembermay season at the auditorium theatre in. Ballet chicago the nutcracker december 22 athenaeum main stage, 2936 n. All rehearsals are at the music and dance suite, 2867 w. Disney on ice frozen, oprah, and holiday shows top fall theater events 2014. Complete with beautiful fairies, handsome princes, dancing snowflakes and a lovely young girl making her way to the kingdom of snow and the land of the sweets, this gorgeous ballet is the perfect way to celebrate the season.
We proudly offer classical ballet training and performance opportunities for dancers of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area. The nutcracker will be performed for the general public as well as for schools from the western suburbs. Dec 29, 2019 searle funds at the chicago community trust. Chris jones of the chicago tribune says that this production is shaping up to be quite a broadwaystyle extravaganza. Every time i guest dance at scb i am struck by the professionalism, positive energy, and passion of the young dancers. The ninth annual dancealong nutcracker at the chicago cultural center offers an. For ballet companies, its a reliable cash cow that often funds the rest of the season.
The houses ballet free version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save. As the year rolled by the dress code became very relaxed and by. Nutcracker ballet tickets in illinois moscow ballets great russian. Ballet chicagos young studio company performs the traditional piece on the athenaeum theatres beautiful main stage. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in chicago. The rosemont theatre has become one of the most popular of its kind in the country since opening its doors in 1995. The joffrey ballet, based in chicago, illinois, is a premier dance company. Ballet chicagos 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. He began dancing at age with ray hollingsworth and has worked with stars such. Check out the full list below to find a show perfect for your whole family. Joffrey ballet artistic director ashley wheater stops by windy city live to tell us about the companys annual production of the nutcracker.
Dec 03, 2019 the moscow ballet has brought traditional nutcracker magic to holiday audiences for more than 25 years. View a digital edition of our program book for the nutcracker with synopsis, ballet notes, bios and more. This holiday season, experience moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere. Moscow ballet nutcracker chicago just another wordpress. Gallery dupage dance academy, serving elmhurst and. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there.
Let me start by saying we have seen the joffrey nutcracker every year for the past 10 years. Neighbor news the nutcracker, a lake forest family tradition for 26 years. Dupage dance academy, serving elmhurst and chicago western suburbs, offers exceptional and professional dance school instruction in ballet, tap and jazz for children and adults. 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. Metropolitan ballet academy is the official school of the metropolitan ballet enrollment is now open for fall classes call or email us now. If you fall into the latter group, then you have found the right page. All school and public performances will be held at pfeiffer hall, north central college, naperville, il, and are scheduled for december 47, 2014.
Ruth page civic ballet ruth page center for the arts. Nov 11, 2014 the 2014 holiday season is alive and well in chicago with a sleigh full of events from a to z. Tickets are still available, so you and your favorite dancers can spend some magical time together at this fairy tale ballet. The nutcracker is a holiday tradition and ive got a chance to give you tickets to see it. The nutcracker athenaeum theatre ballet chicagos nutcracker extravaganza comes to glorious life on the sparkling stage at the athenaeum theatre this holiday season. Overflowing with 40 beautiful russian dancers and set to tchaikovskys famous music, this holiday favorite features 200 lavish costumes, largerthanlife puppets and 9 handpainted backdrops with 3d effects. The stars of dancing with the stars bring you their motion pictures tour. Ballet chicago is a fullyequipped studio offering extensive training of a high standard, developed to build poise. With a lush, dramatic design and an impeccably cast ensemble, joffreys nutcracker makes it impossible to resist the holiday spirit. Giveaway tickets to the nutcracker toddling around.
Moscow ballet best places to see the nutcracker ballet around the usa. Created by jake minton, phillip klapperich, kevin odonnell, and tommy rapley. Gallery dupage dance academy, serving elmhurst and chicago. Where to see the nutcracker ballet in chicago chicago parent. The houses balletfree version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save christmas. Tom alexander is an instructor of jazz, tap and lyrical along with judging and choreographing nationwide for dance makers inc. I know when we took her when she was growing up in the 70s the dress code was very dress up long dresses. Mar 15, 2020 cofounded in 1998 by larry and dolores long, the civic ballet of chicago now the ruth page civic ballet, was established to continue developing serious young dancers aged 1722 with advanced training and performance experience as a prelude to a professional career in ballet. Weve collected the best nutcracker performances happening in chicago and the suburbs. All rehearsals are at the music and dance suite, 2867. Selection from the nutcracker, performed december 1018 at the athenaeum theater, 2936 n southport, chicago, il.
New philharmonic orchestra, under the baton of maestro kirk muspratt, will tchaikovskys classic nutcracker score live. Dancewest ballet nutcracker auditions see chicago dance. Every fall when our students return to the studio, we begin work on one of our largest undertakings of the year. With gratitude to the nutcracker commissioning sponsors. Illinois nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker is a christmas tradition and visual feast that creates lifelong memories for the whole family. Part of the 2014 childrens cast of the joffrey ballets the nutcracker. Click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book.
The nutcracker, a lake forest family tradition for 26. Purchase cheap ballet tickets and discount ballet tickets chicago il at ticketsupply. The moscow ballet has brought traditional nutcracker magic to holiday audiences for more than 25 years. Heres where you can catch the holiday favorite this. Hinsdale dance academy is the western suburbs premier academy for classical dance educaion.
Some two hundred school children make up the cast of our annual production of the nutcracker, a charming production featuring gorgeous handmade costumes, stunning ballet, a fresh hip hop breaking battle, familyfriendly ticket pricing and run time, engaging narration, and lots of fun. This year, students from bolingbrook, burr ridge, naperville and st. Rehearsals begin october th, with performances mid december. The nutcracker is timeless the music, the dancing, the set. Joffrey ballet director ashley wheater said he wants viewers of the nutcracker in 2014 to be. Cofounded in 1998 by larry and dolores long, the civic ballet of chicago now the ruth page civic ballet, was established to continue developing serious young dancers aged 1722 with advanced training and performance experience as a prelude to a professional career in ballet. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. Ballet schedule chicago ballet shows 20202021 ballet. We brought our daughter for the first time when she was only 3 and were all completely enchanted by the talented company, brilliant choreography, the beautiful sets and costumes and the magical quality of the perfomance. Right here in our beautiful city you will find some of the most talented and skilled ballerinas in the world. Chicago festival ballet returns with the nutcracker. Young dancers join pros onstage in joffrey ballets the nutcracker. Joffrey ballet tickets at auditorium theatre il chicago, il tickets get your tickets now at tickets.
Schedule buy ballet tickets chicago to ballet shows and plays chicago on the dates in 20202021. University ballet of chicago is a studentrun ballet company affiliated with the university of chicago in hyde park. The nutcracker follows a young girl as shes transported to a fantasy world of living snowflakes, toys, and sweet treats, and joffrey ballet, annual production takes audiences on a similarly magical journey to a dream world of dance. The group has taken the show to 10 states and canada, as well as performing it at home in the suburbs. The nutcracker the house theatre of chicago performing. The nutcracker program book by the joffrey ballet issuu.