The washington ballet puts its own historical spin on the classic story of the nutcracker by adding historical figures as guests to drosselmeyers party and even changing some of the location names and styles in the production to fit the washington dc theme. The ballet company of the nations capital, reflecting the diversity of d. For tickets, call the box office at 202 4674600, or. Rated a best bet for holiday entertainment in and around dc this. As the holiday season approaches, so does the rich pageantry of manassas ballet theatres the nutcracker. Rated a best bet for holiday entertainment in and around dc this season by dc metro theater arts. Rated a best bet for holiday entertainment in and around dc this season by. With a plot thats more spectacle than substance, this seasons the nutcracker by the washington ballet, fell short of my expectations. A snow queen, a snow king, 12 snow angels, and 12 snow flakes, coupled with. Without a doubt, the most exquisite dc snowstorm youll ever experience is at the washington ballets the nutcracker. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of its very dc version of the nutcracker, through december 28 at the historic warner theatre in downtown washington dc.
Robert joffreys aweinspiring staging of the perennial classic boasts largerthanlife victorian america scenery and costumes, entrancing storytelling, tchaikovskys beloved score, and invigorating dancing that could only be found in a dream. Joffreys the nutcracker wednesday, november 25, 2015 sunday, november 29, 2015. Due to some pyrotechnics and a scary sequence involving dancing rats, the nutcracker is recommended for audiences 4 and older. Each year, balletnova brings the magic of the nutcracker to the northern virginia community by offering a variety of ways to experience the celebrated tradition. Ive been burying my head in the warm sand, hoping that if i dont acknowledge that its november, the calendar might somehow reverse itself. In 2004, the company premiered a new allamerican version of the nutcracker by artistic director septime webre, designed just for washington, dc. The washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker the party. The russian ballet goes local thanks to a nutcracker prince in the likeness of george washington and cherry blossom set designs. The show premiered there in december 1961, playing as a. Experience the holiday season in one incredible night at the nutcracker washington dc production this december, live at the warner theatre. So, in the holiday spirit, here is our roundup of nutcracker performances in the dcarea. This celebrated production is set in historic 1882 georgetown with george washington, king george iii, and other historical figures. Please include a donation to festival ballet virginia for the building of the fulllength nutcracker. Nutcracker at the washington center ballet northwest.
If you want to enjoy a holiday classic with some hometown dc flair, make sure to catch the washington ballets the nutcracker before it flies back to fairyland for another year. The washington ballet modifies this critically acclaimed production a bit at the anacostia theatre, making it more enticing for young. The washington ballet the nutcracker ticket prices. Subscribe to our channel to receive notifications about new ballet and. Dec 06, 2015 the washington ballet s nutcracker is set in historic georgetown and features historical figures. Dec 01, 2012 the washington ballets holiday production of tchaikovskys the nutcracker, choreographed by septime webre. Nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Mbts nutcracker is a classic, family version that is annually the best attended performing arts production in northern virginia. Set to tchaikovskys timeless score, the incredible dancing and dazzling costumes bring to life the story of marie and her nutcracker prince. Septime webre was artistic director for 17 years starting in 1999 and stepped down as artistic director at the conclusion of the 20152016 season.
Dancers leap within the mostcharmingof dc snowstorms and. Thearc theatre, november 25 and 26, 2017 and the warner. C fourweek beginners tap and ballet class for one or two kids at making moves dance collective up to 49% off. The nutcracker with a twist the washington ballet puts its own historical spin on the classic story of the nutcracker by adding historical figures as guests to drosselmeyers party and even changing some of the location names and styles in the production to fit the washington dc theme. Strathmore is a nonprofit multidisciplinary arts center and presenting organization based onehalf mile outside the capital beltway in north bethesda, maryland. On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of his highlyacclaimed production, septime webre is planning some special surprises for his celebrated allamerican nutcracker. This year, too, you can have a relishing experience as washington hosts eventful series of nights with the nutcracker ballet. With a plot thats more spectacle than substance, this seasons the nutcracker by the washington ballet. Find tickets to nutcracker performances in washington d. The washington ballet celebrates 15 years of dcs holiday favorite, the nutcracker, november 29december 28 at the historic warner theatre. There are many christmas traditions that i am less than fond of.
There is no elevator or escalator, only stairs lead up to midbalcony and upper balcony. The washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Septime webres celebrated production is set in historic georgetown with george washington and king george iii among other historical figures. Search all the washington ballet events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. Metropolitan ballet theatres the nutcracker is a fun family tradition that will lift your spirits this holiday season. This year there are no fewer than 21 nutcrackers in the d. Congrats to all the dancers cast in ballet northwests 2017 nutcracker at the washington center. Oct 22, 2019 without a doubt, the most exquisite dc snowstorm youll ever experience is at the washington ballet s the nutcracker. Sweet nutcracker suite order tickets indicates required field. The nutcracker ballet family day at saam downtowndc.
Experience the magic of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Dec 16, 2015 its the washington ballets annual performance of tchaikovskys the nutcracker at dcs warner theatre now through dec. Buy the nutcracker washington tickets to enjoy the show. Best known for performances and events at the music center at strathmore, the organization has been. November 23 december 29, 2019 experience the magic of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Our stages and studios may be dark, but the washington ballet community couldnt be more alive and full of light. However, as a ballet fan, and harborer of a childish attachment to tchaikovskys nutcracker suite, i would not have expected that my fondness for the nutcracker ballet to join the ranks of my fondless traditions. The washington ballets holiday production of tchaikovskys the nutcracker, choreographed by septime webre.
The washington ballet is a founding resident partner of thearc. Septime webres criticallyacclaimed nutcracker transports us back in time to historic d. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of its verydc version of the nutcracker, through december 28 at the historic warner theatre in downtown washington dc. Anchored by the dancers of mbt, northern virginias largest professional ballet company, the story of clara and her nutcracker prince. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our nations capital. The nutcracker is a christmas classic and many include the ballet as part of their holiday traditions. National talent headlines ballet chesapeakes the nutcracker. Washington ballets canned nutcracker suite ditches live music. Nardia boodoo, ballet chesapeakes guest sugarplum fairy and apprentice of the washington ballet. Buy the washington ballets nutcracker tickets from the official site. The washington ballet presents the nutcracker at the. Nutcracker show directory of ballets the nutcracker ballet.
Washington ballet s production of the nutcracker, a beloved dc holiday tradition, has returned to the warner theatre in all its splendid glory on par with the lighting of the national christmas. Washington ballet dazzles with a capital nutcracker. The washington ballet puts its own historical spin on the classic story of the nutcracker by adding historical figures as guests to drosselmeyers party and even. Warner theatre washington tickets, schedule, seating. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in bethesda. The washington ballets nutcracker is set in historic georgetown and features historical figures. Where to see the nutcracker ballet in the washington. The two act ballet is set to tchaikovskys famous score, and has been performed by professional ballet companies across the world for over 100 years. Rehearsals, parent meetings, and costume fittings start saturday, september 30th.
This is not to say that the performance lacked good execution, and perhaps, my disappointment is due in part to the fact that i am no longer a member of the target audience. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Make a winterthemed craft or go on a scavenger hunt, and indulge in a hot chocolate bar and other tasty treats for purchase from the courtyard cafe. Its the washington ballets annual performance of tchaikovskys the nutcracker at dcs warner theatre now through dec. Take the whole family to marvel over claras christmas fantasy when the wooden toy soldier comes alive and takes her on a magical tour of wonderful holiday adventures. Nutcracker ballet returns to warner theatre with d. For years, people have watched the ballet at various venues and continue to pass the tradition to the next generation. The production by twsb and twb founder mary day was performed in constitution hall and, beginning in 1992, at the warner theatre. Dance of the sugar plum fairy from the nutcracker the royal. The washington ballet twb is an ensemble of professional ballet dancers based in washington dc. Suite, mbts shorterlength version of the classic nutcracker ballet, will be. It was founded in 1976 by mary day, and has been under the artistic directorship of julie kent since 2016. Washington 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 washington ballets nutcracker tickets event dates. At the warner theatre, the nutcracker is performed by the washington ballet from november 30 to december 29, 2019, at this historic theatre. Ballet chesapeake proudly announces its upcoming annual holiday classic, the nutcracker, which. The washington ballet tickets the washington ballet. The washington ballets charminglydc version of the nutcracker is on view at the historic warner theatre november 30december 29, 2019. Blending the magical score of tchaikovsky with scenery that is unmistakably washington, dc, the washington ballets rendition of the nutcracker has become a mustsee tradition. Dec 14, 2017 as the holiday season approaches, so does the rich pageantry of manassas ballet theatres the nutcracker. Details and tickets as my husband pointed out, one watches the youngest in the cast and thinks, not, oh, how cutetheyre trying.
But in emphasizing the relationship between clara and the nutcracker. Dec 10, 2010 washington ballets canned nutcracker suite ditches live music. Libretto by yuri grigorovich after the fairytale of the same name by ernst theodor amadeus hoffmann. Metropolitan ballet theatre s the nutcracker is a fun family tradition that will lift your spirits this holiday season. The washington school of ballet faculty and staff work diligently to bring highcaliber, professional ballet training to the.
This production is truly artistic director septime webres greatest triumph, a showcase of his skills at stage direction and in sustaining a spectacle. This celebrated production is set in historic georgetown with george washington and king george iii among other historical figures. Best known for performances and events at the music center at strathmore, the organization has been presenting accessible, affordable visual and. The date and location for this event is 29dec19 at warner theatre dc, washington. The nutcracker was first mounted by the washington ballet in 1961. Artistic director septime webres allamerican version was first performed in 2004. Read this special message from artistic director, julie kent, and executive director, michael pastreich we will continue to uplift, engage, and inspire our community, from afar, via our social media channels. Pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys holiday classic the nutcracker is returning to our nations capital, and tickets are now on sale for every performance. Set in 1882 georgetown, this gorgeous production showcases the. The washington ballet s the nutcracker highlights from the december 5, 20 performance at the warner theatre, washington, dc connect with the washington bal.
The nutcracker plays through december 9, 2018, in the kennedy centers opera house 2700 f street, nw, in washington, dc. Magical dolls, dancing snowflakes, and an enchanting kingdom of sweets take the stage this holiday season for maryland youth ballets production of the nutcracker. Visit to purchase or call general information 2027834000 and follow the prompt for accessible seating to speak with a representative. Who would have thought that a ballet spun from a german romantic fable. The nutcracker is an 1892 twoact ballet originally. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this charminglydc production set in 1882 georgetown is a holiday tradition. Sweet nutcracker suite tickets greater washington dance. Thearc theatre, november 25 and 26, 2017 shown here and. Washington ballets nutcracker at thearc description. Stay tuned for our coming roundups of other christmas activities. Join the washington ballet as they dance septime webres timeless choreography set to the music of peter ilyich tchaikovsky in the nutcracker two locations. The washington ballet building bridges across the river.
Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in bethesda. The nutcracker from the washington ballet closes december 29, 2019. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this charminglywashington, d. Cheap tickets to all the washington ballet shows are available on cheaptickets.