Ballet chicago the nutcracker nutcracker ballet chicago. This nutcracker performance, curated by dance chicago, pairs the classical tchaikovsky and jazz duke ellingtonbilly strayhorn versions of the holiday favorite, performed by professional brass and woodwind quintets. Dec 29, 2019 searle funds at the chicago community trust. And the many believers the nutcracker student matinees sponsors. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and private parties. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in illinois.
Moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker december 8 rosemont theatre, 5400 n. In addition, students at these levels have the opportunity to dance in ballet chicago s annual production of the nutcracker. Where to see the nutcracker in the suburbs and chicago. While robert joffrey stayed in new york to teach ballet classes and earn money to pay the dancers salaries, gerald arpino led the troupe across americas heartland, in a station wagon that pulled a uhaul trailer. Nutcracker ballet tickets in rosemont chicago moscow ballet. Dec 08, 2019 welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in chicago. Holidayshopping opportunities will abound at this years nutcracker performances. I want email news and updates for events in my area. Richard joffrey put his unique spin on this play, americanizing what was previously a very european piece of theatre. Nov 21, 2019 ruth page civic ballet s the nutcracker. Joffrey gifts chicago a homegrown holiday classic not to be missed joffrey ballet the nutcracker at the auditorium theatre, chicago, il. Balllet chicago nutcracker dec 19, 2014 show ron mckinney.
The holidays are not complete without taking the family to see the ballet chicago production of the nutcracker, performed by more than 150 cast members, ages 3 to adult. Robert joffrey and gerald arpinos uniquely american vision of dance first took form in 1956. The art deco nutcracker is a fabulously fun frolic of an evening. The houses ballet free version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save. The nutcracker auditorium theatre since premiering in 1987, joffrey ballets production of the nutcracker has become americas favorite nutcracker, touring. Now in its 18th consecutive year, ballet chicago is presenting this holiday classic from dec. The spring ballet is a rotation of cinderella, swan lake, sleeping beauty, coppelia, and romeo and juliet.
Ballet chicago s 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. Here are performances of the nutcracker by 10 different ballets in 16 different locations, including four that my daughter and i have attended over the years. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Chicago repertory ballet if you think you know ballet, think again. Oct 25, 2019 weve collected the best nutcracker performances happening in chicago and the suburbs. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in chicago. Set in december, 1892, wheeldons nutcracker takes place about 15 years before sinclairs harrowing novel of the poorest of chicagos poor, and while the lavishness is gone from maries christmas eve party, the magic and the joy remains. Help support the companys excellence, launch new works, and keep performances affordable and accessible for new audiences. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker rosemont theater. A chicago cinderella story is set in hyde park and tells the tale of a teenage immigrant coming of age while facing life in a new country, sampling all it has. Three performances may 1112 at lincoln way west fine arts center in new lenox, il. In a major cooperative effort by the citys leading producers of ballet and opera, the joffrey ballet and lyric opera of chicago announced friday that the dance company will move its season. Dec 16, 2014 joffrey artistic director ashley wheater, music director scott speck and dancers amanda assucena and yoshihisa arai discuss what makes robert joffreys the nutcracker magical.
This fresh adaptation of the timeless christmas ballet is set during the historic 1893 chicago worlds fair and centers on marie a young, impoverished girl from. Demonstrating their progress made during the year, students enrolled in creative movement through ballet iv perform in the school of ballet chicago s annual spring showcase. Fox valley ballet is a 501c3 organization that its mission is to bring the joy and artistry of dance to the fox valley region through preprofessional ballet training and performances. The rosemont theatre has become one of the most popular of its kind in the country since opening its doors in 1995. Right here in our beautiful city you will find some of the most talented and skilled ballerinas in the world. The houses balletfree version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save. Director, ashley wheater brings a unique, inclusive perspective on dance, proudly reflecting the diversity of america with its company, audiences, and repertoire.
S ome people come to looking for information on ballet lessons, and others come looking for ballet performances such as nutcracker ballet chicago. Weve collected the best nutcracker performances happening in chicago and the suburbs. The nutcracker chicago tickets the nutcracker chicago tickets one way to enjoy the christmas season, a special time of year, is spending time with family and friends watching musicals like the nutcracker. Presidents day the school of ballet chicago spring break the ballet chicago studio company spring break memorial weekend break independence day. We proudly offer classical ballet training and performance opportunities for dancers of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Every adaptation of the nutcracker is the same, yet each the nutcracker is different from all others. Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show. The chicago school of ballet and chicago ballet theatre present the nutcracker. This holiday season is our 33nd annual performance of the nutcracker. Appearing again at the chopin theatre, and featuring allnew puppets, the nutcracker is fastpaced, beautifully choreographed, familyfriendly. This is the organizations biggest fundraising performance event of the year, so come out and support a great, internationally renowned school of ballet. The nutcracker chicago tickets the nutcracker chicago tour. Nov 09, 2015 here are performances of the nutcracker by 10 different ballets in 16 different locations, including four that my daughter and i have attended over the years.
This years performances of the nutcracker are dedicated to former berks ballet theatre bbt associate director, robert sheridan who passed away august 17, 2019. 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. Dallas ballet companys annual nutcracker is the highlight of our year. Robert joffreys the nutcracker inside the studio youtube. The opera and ballet fans guide to where they can view live broadcasts. Click here to view the nutcracker calendar of performance dates. If you fall into the latter group, then you have found the right page. Where to see the nutcracker ballet in chicago chicago parent. Suffuse with vitality, impressive dance and true joy of the season this ballet is a treasure well set to become a holiday tradition.
Chicagos premier ballet company focusing on contemporary, modern, and classic ballet. Created by phillip klapperich, jake minton, kevin odonnell and tommy rapley directed and choreographed by tommy rapley. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker december 8 rosemont theatre, 5400 n. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and. Schedule of upcoming live opera and ballet broadcasts. Bob was an integral part in helping founding artistic director, carol ennis build the performing company. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in chicago. Performances are held in new lenox and are easily accessible. September 4, 2019 january 25, 2020 january 27, 2020 may 31, 2020. Chicago repertory ballet continues chicagos groundbreaking ballet tradition by challenging audiences preconceived notions of the genre. Joffrey ballet moving performances to lyric opera house in. This ballet has grown to be a tradition, no matter which city you live in.
The nutcrackers timeless tale of wonder and imagination has captivated audiences for over a century. The original company consisted of six dynamic and highly individual dancers. Complete with elaborate sets and scenery, the journey begins with the dream of a young girl, clara, and her nutcracker prince. A chicago cinderella story is set in hyde park and tells the tale of a teenage immigrant coming of age while facing life in a new country, sampling all it has to offer even as she grapples with all she has left behind. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. University ballet of chicago is a studentrun ballet company affiliated with the university of chicago in hyde park.
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. 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. The nutcracker auditorium theatre chicago theatre in chicago. Classical and contemporary dance come together in extraordinary performances that have been wowing chicago audiences for close to a decade. Established in 1997 as a ballet training center in the classical tradition, ballet chicago is a fullyequipped studio offering extensive training of a high standard, developed to build poise and. Nov 24, 2019 fox valley nutcracker batavia november 30 december 1, 2019 batavia fine arts center 99 w wilson street batavia, il 60510. The nutcracker chicago tickets the nutcracker chicago. A chicago christmas tradition returns ballet chicago the nutcracker at the athenaeum theater, chicago, il. Fox valley ballet is very proud to present the fox valley nutcracker, a fox valley holiday tradition that showcases students and families from over 25 local dance studios alongside professional dancers, in the beloved holiday classic the nutcracker. The nutcracker auditorium theatre see tony awardwinning choreographer christopher wheeldons production of the nutcracker in this breathtaking performance by the joffrey ballet. Various guest artists, including gillian murphy, a principal ballerina with american ballet theatre, appear at different performances. Joffrey ballet the nutcracker auditorium theatre, chicago, il. Salt creek ballet s the nutcracker university park when.
Balllet chicago nutcracker dec 19, 2014 show youtube. Amira is a magical, modern twist on the classic cinderella storyballet with prokofievs beloved score. Illinois nutcracker ballet listing nutcracker performances. Joffrey artistic director ashley wheater, music director scott speck and dancers amanda assucena and yoshihisa arai discuss what makes robert joffreys the nutcracker magical. Check out the full list below to find a show perfect for your whole family. Performances take place at the historic athenaeum theatre in lakeview. We are proud to be joining us from over 20 dance schools throughout the chicagoland suburbs dancers are all ages and abilities.
Chicago s premier ballet company focusing on contemporary, modern, and classic ballet. Apr 10, 2020 the opera and ballet fans guide to where they can view live broadcasts. Be whisked away to a magical land of sparkling snow and delectable sweets as enchanting dance from rochester city ballet pairs with tchaikovskys unforgettable score, performed in all its glory by the rpo. Loads of holiday gifts will be available in the athenaeum lobby with a donation to ballet chicago. Demonstrating their progress made during the year, students enrolled in creative movement through ballet iv perform in the school of ballet chicagos annual spring showcase. The following is a list of live opera and ballet productions announced to be shown in movie theatres and on television. Auditions and rehearsals are held on sundays at the studio. The nutcracker ballet is an annual tradition in chicago, and we wouldnt dream of letting the holiday season pass us by without seeing the nutcracker as performed by the incredible joffrey ballet. Were committed to providing experiences that will increase the understanding and appreciation of ballet, as well as a lifelong interest in the arts. Dancers in intermediate ballet and above are invited to audition in january.
Although it premiered in saint petersburgs mariinsky theatre on december 18, 1892, composer pyotr tchaikovskys the nutcracker wouldnt become the dependably magical holidayseason reaffirmation of christmas joy we know and love until decades later. A terrific opportunity to see a professionalquality production right here in the south chicago suburbs. This fresh adaptation of the timeless christmas ballet is set during the historic 1893 chicago worlds fair and centers on marie a young, impoverished girl from the south side whose parents work at the fair. In addition, students at these levels have the opportunity to dance in ballet chicagos annual production of the nutcracker.