Members are selected by open audition, regardless of studio affiliation, and range in age from 9 to 18. Northville ballet is a classical ballet studio that trains dancers in the cecchetti method of ballet, and inspires them to dance for the glory of god. The michigan ballet academy, under the direction of irina vassileni, proudly presents the nutcracker. Enchant the whole family with larger than life magical props, a 60foot growing christmas tree and spectacular russianmade costumes and sets. Grand rapids ballet is michigans only professional ballet company. Our mission is to provide a youthoriented, communitybased ballet performance company in michigan with the highest possible dance, artistic and performance standards, while fostering a greater appreciation of ballet as an art form. Nov 02, 2018 performed with the michigan opera theatre orchestra, the traditional production is the only local nutcracker performance to feature a live orchestra, the way tchaikovsky intended. Balletmets the nutcracker requires a lot of work behind the. American ballet theatre abt is one of the greatest dance companies in the world, revered as a living national treasure since its founding in 1939 and dedicated to preserving and extending the great legacy of classical dance. The northwest michigan ballet theatre nmbt was founded in september of 1997 by director thomas morrell and is housed at the studios of ballet etc. Ann arbor ballet theatre power center nutcracker 2018. In 2019 michigan ballet theatre will present the nutcracker, dec. The nutcracker michigan ballet theatre will present the nutcracker december 14 and december 15 in 2019 2019 performances include four shows. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian nutcracker.
Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker detroit tickets moscow ballets great russian nutcracker detroit tickets the moscow ballet appears in detroit in december to perform holiday favorite the nutcracker. Grand rapids ballet is michigan s only professional ballet company. The nutcracker ballet in two acts music by peter ilyitch tchaikovsky original choreography by marius petipa story adapted from e. The fox theatre was constructed in 1928, as the first movie palace in the world to be equipped with sound systems for films.
Dec 15 michigan ballet theatre brings nutcracker magic to. The michigan ballet academy a professional ballet academy located in grand rapids, michigan. Nutcracker matinees feature familyfriendly activities. Grand rapids ballet nutcracker 201920 season grand. She graduated from western michigan university and was a member of university ballet theater, performing soloist and principal roles. Fenton ballet theatre is a preprofessional ballet studio, specializing in classical ballet with a wide offering of enrichment classes. Nov 26, 2019 the michigan ballet theatre has been putting on performances since 1985. The show will feature guest artists from the washington. Enjoy watching several farmington hills young performers when the michigan ballet theatre presents the legendary christmas classic, the nutcracker, dec.
Step into a simpler time filled with sweet dreams and christmas magic. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker miller auditorium. Jennifer was on the faculty at young peoples ballet in flint for 15 years, teaching ballet and jazz, and creating original works for their spring concerts and other performances. Performed with the michigan opera theatre orchestra, the traditional production is the only local nutcracker performance to feature a live orchestra, the way tchaikovsky intended. The michigan ballet theatre is bringing its production of the nutcracker to lake orion high school performing arts center this weekend. Jun 14, 2019 our mission is to provide a youthoriented, communitybased ballet performance company in michigan with the highest possible dance, artistic and performance standards, while fostering a greater appreciation of ballet as an art form. American ballet theatre abt americas national ballet. Balletmets the nutcracker requires a lot of work behind the scenes. Nov 30, 2015 enjoy watching several farmington hills young performers when the michigan ballet theatre presents the legendary christmas classic, the nutcracker, dec.
The michigan youth ballet theatre is a preprofessional youth ballet company, dedicated to the development and preservation of the great art of ballet, and to providing young people in west michigan with a premiere ballet company experience. The nutcracker ballet in two acts story adapted from e. The original, direct from russia, moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. Ballet kalamazoo offers ballet classes, performance and outreach opportunities and master dance classes. Join us as the youth from west michigan tell the tale of clara and her nutcracker prince on their journey through an enchanted land where she meets magical.
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This production conceived and created by gerard charles and robert post scenery designed by peter horne and dan gray. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Michigan ballet theatre, along with guest artists from the washington ballet, will present the legendary christmas classic the nutcracker at the lake orion high school performing arts center. The event features live accompaniment from the michigan opera theatre orchestra as well as complimentary read more. The ballet follows young clara and her nutcracker prince through a magical journey in the land of the sugar plum fairy. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in michigan. Michigan ballet theatre brings the nutcracker to avondale. Abt is headquartered in new york city and annually tours the u.
Under the direction of international dancer and teacher, irina vassileni, mba provides students the opportunity to train using the internationally recognized vaganova method. Dec 01, 2019 balletmet returns for its eighth visit to the detroit opera house with its beloved traditional production of the nutcracker. Michigan ballet theatre cornelia sampson, director. Hoffmanns the nutcracker and the mouse king original choreography by marius petipa music composed by peter ilyitch tchaikovsky. The michigan ballet theatre has been putting on performances since 1985. The nutcracker ballet theatre company, a 501c3 not for profit company, was formed for the sole purpose of producing this wonderful family tradition in port huron. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker detroit tickets. For tickets, class information, directions, and more, call 616. Founder, artistic director, and principal ballet mistress ann arbor ballet theatre board of directors. Michigan ballet theatre brings nutcracker to oakland county. The west michigan youth ballet proudly presents the nutcracker, a holiday family tradition suitable for all ages. Thomas armour youth ballet and new world school of the arts presents the nutcracker at miami dade county auditorium.
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Taking the family to the ballet might be the start of an annual tradition. It requires a great deal of time, effort and pointe shoes to get the production of the. With angels and sugarplums, a magic prince, a dreamy young girl, a mysterious old man and a christmas tree that grows sk. Michigan ballet theatre, 1800 s livernois rd, auburn hills. Dec 10, 2019 a good sign that christmas is around the corner is the chance to catch the classic seasonal musical, the nutcracker. Nb and nbt bringing the classics and contemporary christian. Nov 25, 2018 the nutcracker ballet in two acts story adapted from e. A good sign that christmas is around the corner is the chance to catch the classic seasonal musical, the nutcracker. The michigan ballet theatre will bring the legendary, christmas classic the nutcracker to the avondale high school performing arts center this holiday season. Michigan nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in detroit. Featuring the michigan ballet academy students and dance theatre of harlem current and former principals, crystal serrano and francis lawrence, this beautiful production of the holiday classic will capture the imagination of the entire family.
A mustsee event, witness the worlds best dancers on stage in kalamazoo. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. Hoffmanns the nutcracker and the mouse king this production conceived and created by gerard charles and robert post scenery designed by peter horne and dan gray. Balletmet returns for its eighth visit to the detroit opera house with its beloved traditional production of the nutcracker.
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