More than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy. Pasadena dance theatre brings its magical annual nutcracker ballet to the san gabriel mission playhouse. With a cast of over 80 dancers, its a tremendous production that will please everyone. The nutcracker prince introduces clara to the sugarplum fairy who crowns her with a tiara after the prince does a dance describing how she saved him from the mouseking. Marat daukayev school of ballets nutcracker will be at the luckman theater, 5151 state university dr.
Dance theatres annual production of the nutcracker ballet. Find discount pasadena dance theatre tickets for sale at, your trusted online destination for 20192020 tickets on the secondary market. Pasadena dance theatre, 1985 locust st, pasadena, ca 2020. Nutcracker wouldnt be nutcracker without the local childrens cast. Arcadia youth to take on nutcrackers clara role at historic. Bob bakers adaptation of the ballet classic and one of bob baker marionette theaters most beloved shows since its opening in 1969. Allow the bob baker marionette theater and over 100 handcrafted puppets to take you on an adventure through the wizardry of strings and into the enchanted world of the fantastic nutcracker. Dance studio and preprofessional dance company in pasadena, ca. High school freshman is taking center stage in nutcracker. Pasadena dance theatre brings its annual production of the classic holiday ballet to the historic san gabriel mission playhouse. Learn about pasadena dance theatre, browse upcoming events, and buy tickets online or over the phone. Dec 15, dec 21, dec 22, dec 23 more than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy in pasadena dance theatre s annual production of the nutcracker ballet. Even with all the frenzied shopping, shiny decorations, and family gatherings, and secret santa gift exchanges, the winter season isnt really complete until youve seen this beloved ballet at least once.
Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker 2018. Parking is plentiful, so patrons can feel free to bring their vehicles. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker more than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy in pasadena dance theatre s annual production of the nutcracker ballet. She fell in love with it and eventually began a tradition of performing in their beloved production of the nutcracker each year at san gabriel. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker.
More than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy in pasadena dance theatres annual production of the nutcracker ballet. Pdts conservatory, the official home of pasadena dance theatre, offers the highest quality dance education and training in the san gabriel valley. Stella abrera stars in abts the nutcracker south pasadena. Pasadena playhouse has issued refunds for all ticket sales. Dec 09, 2016 heres a list of some of the notable nutcrackers headlining the holiday season. More than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an.
There is a fine line between having fun and teaching the correct technique in the same class. Liana zangwill, 14, is in the ninth grade at south pasadena high school and has been practicing ballet for the past decade. The nutcracker ballet pasadena dance theatre san gabriel. The nutcracker ballet pasadena dance theatre mommypoppins. Guests can attend claras holiday party prior to select matinee performances. The nutcracker more than 80 dancers will magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy. Set to tchaikovskys timeless score, pasadena dance theatre s nutcracker is one of the warmest and most lavish fulllength productions in the southland. Pasadena dance theatre artistic director cynthia youngs choreography to tchaikovskys beloved musical score dazzles audiences of all ages.
Dec 23, 2017 pasadena dance theatres nutcracker graces san gabriel stage. The nutcracker dances onto the stage for the holiday. Pasadena dance theatres production of the nutcracker ballet. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker stops in 144 cities across the country this holiday season.
Imagination dwells at the pasadena playhouse, in a space specially outfitted for optimal holiday and puppetry joy. Pasadena dance theatre is busy rehearsing and preparing to move into the theatre for its 2019 production of the nutcracker ballet and we invite you to. California nutcracker ballet productions number well over 50 with most companies producing a minimum of two shows. Each year pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker at the historic san gabriel mission playhouse. But for the first time, we must reach out and count on you, who love and support dance and the arts, to help us meet the evergrowing costs of the production. To purchase tickets, call the pasadena dance theatre at 6266833459, or visit the playhouse box office on tuesday or thursday from noon to 6 p. Nutcracker and more live theater events this holiday season.
Choreographed by company founder salwa rizkalla, this classic production features festival ballet theatres professional company dancers. The 80member inland dance theatre cast of all ages is made up of amateur and professional dancers and actors from throughout southern california. Over the next five weeks more than a hundred nutcracker productions will fill socal stages with enchanted nutcracker princes, sugar plum fairies, waltzing flowers and dancing mice. Buy pasadena dance theatre tickets the multi awardwinning musical at broadway discounts of up to 75% off regular ticket prices at. Holiday nutcracker performances in oakland, berkeley, and.
Pasadena dance theatre has been bringing its magical and professional nutcracker ballet to thrilled san gabriel valley audiences for over 30 years. Pasadena dance theatres nutcracker graces san gabriel stage. Even the clumsiest of dancers will learn how to glide gracefully at pasadena dance theatre. Offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and musical theater. 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. The nutcracker, huntington wv huntington nutcracker. The prestigious ballet company partners with local dance studios to cast young talent to perform onstage alongside professional russian dancers.
Berkeley ballet theater presents the east bays premier familyfriendly nutcracker performance. This year, a local ballerina will play the leading role of clara in the pasadena dance theatre s production of the nutcracker at san gabriel mission playhouse. The nutcracker needs you pasadena dance theatre youtube. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker 2016. Pdt artistic director cynthia youngs choreography to tchaikovskys memorable musical score dazzles audiences of all ages. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker saturday afternoon. Pasadena dance theatre pdt is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, foster, and advance the art of dance through educational programs. No matter what youre hungry for, the menu at this theater promises the perfect dish for you. Huntington dance theatre rehearses for its 39th annual production of the nutcracker ballet on wednesday, dec. Guests can attend \\claras holiday party\\ prior to select matinee performances.
It is my goal as a teacher to give my students both. Pasadena dance theatres the nutcracker locate events. Even with all the frenzied shopping, shiny decorations, and family gatherings, and secret santa gift exchanges, the winter season isnt really complete until you. Claras christmas eve dream comes to life in a mesmerizing tapestry of dance, music and color as the. Pasadena dance theatre has been bringing its magical and professional nutcracker ballet to thrilled san gabriel valley audiences for over 30. Discount pasadena dance theatre tickets 20192020 pasadena. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker youtube. Huntington dance theatre is a nonprofit dance company and school serving the huntington tristate area. You can easily go nuts for this classic holiday ballet based on the novel by german author ernst theodor amadeus e. A beloved tradition, pasadena dance theatre s the nutcracker will be at the mission playhouse from december 14th until december 23rd. Our comprehensive socal guide to seeing tchaikovskys. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker saturday afternoon, december 14th at 2. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker ballet 2019.
Number of times some of the companys youngest audience members have seen ballet before. Artistic director cynthia youngs choreography set to tchaikovskys timeless musical score will dazzle. Published on nov 14, 2018 pasadena dance theatre brings its magical annual nutcracker ballet to the san gabriel mission playhouse. As the childrens artistic director of the dance conservatory of pasadena, ms. Pasadena dance theatre s resident company presents the nutcracker at the san gabriel mission playhouse on weekends dec. All the worlds a stage, but pasadena dance theatre in pasadena offers the best shows around. New york will lose ballet theaters nutcracker the new. In high school, sarah was a member of the pasadena dance theatre company performing in the nutcracker and the annual spring performances. We offer developmentally appropriate dance instruction for all ages in a variety of genres.
Yes, there is a condensed version staged specifically for kids, offered by the festival ballet theatre down in costa mesa or classical ballet theatre in palos verdes. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker school performance pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker more than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy. Each year, pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker at the historic san gabriel mission playhouse. Nov 09, 2019 this familyfriendly multicultural show feature dozens of local music, dance and choral ensembles including harmonic bronze handbell ensemble, pacifico dance company and a capella group street. Christmas is around the corner and the tickets for tchaikovskys everpopular nutcracker are already on sale and they are selling fast. Jul 12, 2019 that rumble isnt just your postthanksgiving tummy, but the delightful and inexorable march of approaching sugarplum fairies, waltzing flowers and handsome princes disguised as nutcrackers, all. Educates, supports, and advances dance as professional art. High school freshman is taking center stage in nutcracker ballet. Pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker school performance pasadena dance theatre presents the nutcracker.
After high school she went on to study classical liberal arts at thomas aquinas college during which time she taught ballet at a local community center. Nov 29, 2018 see snowflakes dance and candy treats perform for clara and her prince at nutcracker performances across the southland. Huntington dance theatreballet studiohuntington, wv. The nutcracker at the pasadena dance theatre hs insider. Oct 18, 2019 east bay nutcrackers, holiday dance, and theater performances. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in. Dec 27, 20 more than 80 dancers magically bring to life claras christmas eve dream of a dashing nutcracker prince, a devious mouse king and an ethereal sugar plum fairy.
Pasadena dance theatre, led by artistic director cynthia young, will perform a short excerpt from the companys celebrated production of the nutcracker on nov. If you not received your refund, please contact box office at 6263567529. The nutcracker pasadena dance theatre san gabriel mission. Before the show, we had treats and refreshments with the. Dancing along side the full professional russian cast are local pasadena children from the classical ballet academy. Nov 27, 2019 thanksgiving weekend isnt just the official launch of holiday shopping, it also marks the start of the nutcracker ballet season. For the 22nd consecutive year, pasadena dance theatres cynthia young pairs her original choreography with tchaikovskys timeless score to dazzle audiences of. Pasadena dance theatre this is a beautiful production at the san gabriel mission playhouse is presented by one of our local companies and the perfect opportunity to support homegrown artistic effort. Artistic director, cynthia young, and associate artistic director laurence blake introduce pasadena dance theatre pdt through this beautiful and comprehensive video created by filmmaker, cynthia biret. Huntington dance theatre rehearses for the nutcracker. Our approach systematically develops proper alignment, placement and strength in the students, providing them with a base on which they can master more challenging movement skills. Pasadena dance theater in pasadena pasadena dance theater. Local residents are from san bernardino, redlands, highland, yucaipa, crestline, mentone, lake arrowhead, moreno valley, beaumont, corona and fontana.
Apply our promo code toward the purchase of any pasadena dance theatre tickets. Her sister had been taking dance at lmu and took stella to a south pasadena dance studio run by phillip and charles fuller and cynthia young, a company which has now grown into pasadena dance theatre. The nutcracker is an annual event, so you can go for it next year. The huntington nutcracker presented by huntington dance theatre and brickstreet in collaboration with marshall university theatre alliance.
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Last saturday i went to the grand and historic san gabriel mission playhouse to see the nutcracker ballet performed by the pasadena dance. Long a favorite holiday tradition for southern california families, pdt also brings its sparkling nutcracker to more than 6,000 students in special outreach performances each year. Its safe to say that the nutcracker is the most popular ballet in the world. California nutcracker ballet events information, dates. And as we in the vicinity of hollywood know all too well, the best way to recognize a popular art form is to hand out an award. Pasadena dance theatre 1985 locust st, pasadena, california 91107 rated 4. The nutcracker has become a seasonal institution for pasadena dance theatre pdt, with more than 80 dancers involved in the show, with backstage crew and lighting techs who are always tweaking more details to keep the show fresh and exciting.