After telling friends i was taking my fiveyearold daughter to see alabama ballet s the nutcracker this season, i got some strange looks. If youve ever thought the nutcracker would be so much better if the dancers had four legs instead of two, the birmingham ballet is working up a fetching production for you auditions for the muttcracker were held oct. The magic city nutcracker was established in the winter of 2012 by kelly avery, stephanie thompson, angel white, and leslie dupont, dance teachers in birmingham, alabama, who have a passion for dance, philanthropy, and local arts organizations. Jan 06, 2014 wright center, samford university, birmingham, al. Moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker tickets at bjcc concert hall birmingham, al tickets get your tickets now at tickets. He performed as a soloist as the russian trepak and soldier doll in huntsville ballet companys the nutcracker in 20 and 2014 under the artistic direction of phillip otto.
Well be at the pelham high school theatre on saturday, december 21st at 7. The best dance shows of christmas 2016 from the nutcracker to. Moscow ballet brings classic russian ballets, including the great russian nutcracker, cinderella, the sleeping beauty, romeo and juliet, swan lake. Since first comng to birmingham in 1969, i have always enjoyed attending and recently in seeing wonderful new improvements. Mariinsky ballet and orchestra, valery gergiev bluray 20. Although the original 1892 marius petipa production was not a success, pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys ballet the nutcracker began to. The brown sugar nutcracker blends elements of kwanzaa and. Meet the 10yearold who is part of alabama ballet history. Dancers from any area school or studio are invited to participate in eacb productions while continuing their classes at the studio of their choice.
Reserve your tickets by going to the book now button on our homepage. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker alabama theatre. Audiences love this fun and breathtaking classic that includes traditional choreography and fresh. Birmingham royal ballets the nutcracker enchants the west. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in alabama. The nutcracker by the birmingham royal ballet at the.
For all the latest on birmingham royal ballet s response to the ongoing covid19 outbreak, please visit our dedicated page for updates. Performed to tchaikovskys enduring score, played live by northern ballet sinfonia, the nutcracker awakens childlike imagination in us all. Title role, the tempest miranda, aladdin princess badr albudur, rubies, sylvia. Alabama ballet performer amanda neece lets school children from across the area ask questions during intermission of the nutcracker ballet in anniston. Deborah was a performed in this production for 12 years. Known as the christmas ballet, companies the world over stage and. The alabama theatre has been the home to shows and performances ranging from movies, concerts, beauty pageants, silent films and even the mickey mouse club. By chanda temple birmingham native ursula smith has done it again. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker tickets at bjcc. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in birmingham. Nutcracker sweetiesjudas treer2 dvdbirminghamroyal ballet.
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Smith concert hall set in the 1850s in huntsville, alabama, our production of the nutcracker has a traditional feel thanks to the huntsville history sets and elaborate antebellumstyle costumes. Birmingham royal ballets evergreen production of the nutcracker has been part of the citys christmas tradition for over 27 years and returns to birmingham hippodrome this november. Birmingham royal ballet return with the nutcracker. Birmingham ballet has a reputation of excellence for dance training and performances. Birmingham ballet s the nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama. Birmingham, alabama alabama ballet s production of george balanchines the nutcracker will always be the same.
This abbreviated show will feature a live rehearsal with professional dancers and our artistic director as they work through a scene from the ballet. The nutcracker on dec 15, 20 in birmingham, al at oak mountain high school performing arts center. The alabama ballet is the states premiere professional ballet company. The alabama ballet remains one of only 7 companies in the world granted the right to perform this holiday classic, joining the ranks of companies such as miami city ballet, pennsylvania ballet, oregon ballet theatre and the new york city ballet. There are enumerable dance studios within the birmingham metro area. Her magical christmas tree and her handsome prince with his army. Stevan grebel has been choreographing and directing this holiday ballet in the birmingham area since 1970. Ballet dvd the birmingham royal ballet the nutcracker region code.
Since its 1892 st petersburg premiere, the nutcracker has seen numerous. The royal albert hall is one of the worlds most spectacular places to watch worldclass ballet companies. Alabama ballet, formed in 1982, is the states premiere professional ballet company. Nov 29, 2019 birmingham ballet has a reputation of excellence for dance training and performances. Alabama ballet is proud to present george balanchines the nutcracker as one of only eight companies in the world licensed by the balanchine trust to perform this holiday masterpiece. Peter wrights production of the nutcracker sugar plum fairy, claras friends. The alabama youth ballet company alabamas premiere youth. Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet.
Nutcracker birmingham tickets live this holiday season. For a detailed look at ticket prices and amazing discounts, visit our website. Birmingham s own unique the nutcracker features aerial ballet along with captivating illusions and masterful story telling. Celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballet s the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition. Celebrate the beloved christmas tradition with the whole family as forty worldclass russian artists bring this charming classic to life. My wife had been wanting to go see the nutcracker and a ballet for years and so we were finally able to make it happen. Birmingham ballet presents the nutcracker and the muttcracker at the alabama theatre and sleeping beauty at the samford university wright center. The alabama youth ballet company alabamas premiere. Alabama nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Join young clara as she is swept away into an enchanting winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes and a sugar plum fairy. Reimagined for 2018 with sparkling new costumes, the nutcracker has northern ballets unique magic scattered throughout. You can also find some holiday treats at brannon honda in birmingham, alabama. Nutcracker ballet huntsville, alabama alabama youth ballet theatre presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet.
The alabama youth ballet is a 501c3 nonprofit, dedicated to providing local dancers the opportunity to develop their talents in a professional and theatrical setting. Stevan grebel first presented the nutcracker in 1970 at boutwell auditorium, then from 1973 1982 at the bjcc with the birmingham symphony orchestrawhen you dance with us, youll. While the choreography and costumes are more or less the same as what you would see in the new york city ballet s production, the scenery is somewhat different. While the choreography and costumes are more or less the same as what you would see in the new york city ballets production, the scenery is somewhat different. Birmingham royal ballet s evergreen production of the nutcracker has been part of the citys christmas tradition since 1990 and returns to birmingham hippodrome in november 2019. In its second year at the historic alabama theatre this production features elaborate costumes and sets along with the ambience of the showplace of the south all.
We wont dance the ballet for you, but we will help you find the vehicle of your holiday dreams. The showplace of the south since 1927, the alabama theatre is located in the heart of downtown birmingham alabama on 3rd avenue north. The origin of the nutcracker, a classic christmas story, is a fairy tale ballet in two acts centered on a familys christmas. The alabama ballet compares favorably with the best ballet companies from seven other cities where i have lived.
Bring your family to experience this magic city holiday tradition. The company has achieved national prominence as one of only seven companies in the world granted the right to perform george balanchines the nutcracker, and is home to the alabama ballet school, the only royal academy of dance certified school in alabama. Fri 23 nov thu dec 2018 join young clara as she is swept away into an enchanting winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes and a. Natalia is a laureate of the 2010 international ballet competition in athens. Alabama ballet at 2726 1st ave s, birmingham, al 35233. The company has achieved national prominence as one of only eight ballet companies in the world permitted by the balanchine trust to perform balanchines nutcracker. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker notes facebook.
Birmingham, alabama in a matter of days, dancers, choreographers, costume designers, lighting crews, and other technicians will come together to stage their biggest production of the ballet season. The two artistic directors are accomplished performers and give excellent guidance to the aspiring ballerinas and ballet artists. Birmingham ballet 2198 columbiana rd, ste 100, birmingham, alabama 35216 rated 4. Birmingham ballet the nutcracker tickets birmingham. Thats just one example of the attention to detail thats put into this ballet. Auditions for stevan grebels the nutcracker are scheduled for saturday, september 19, 2014, from 9. The nutcracker by birmingham ballet at the alabama theatre in.
The birmingham ballet will welcome some extraspecial performers on stage this fall. For 20, the contestants once again included the mariinskys 2012 nutcracker, matthew bournes. Birmingham ballet holds open community auditions for the nutcracker. The alabama ballet also enlists around 100 children from the birmingham area to participate in the community cast during the production.
Alabama ballet birmingham 2020 all you need to know. The muttcracker is a reimagining of the classic 19thcentury ballet, the nutcracker. Calendar birmingham royal ballet birmingham royal ballet. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker tickets at bjcc concert hall birmingham, al tickets get your tickets now at tickets. In its second year at the historic alabama theatre this production features elaborate costumes and sets along with the ambience of the showplace of the south all dressed up for the holidays. Nutcracker ballet birmingham, alabama alabama dance academys presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet. Birmingham ballets the nutcracker and the muttcracker. Nov 23, 2018 tickets are selling fast for our 2018 performances of nutcracker so book now for the best choice of seats and widest range of concessions. Dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds showed off their best stuff in hopes of making the cut. Let their professional company of 35 dancers show you how spectacular the nutcracker can be. Celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballets the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker.
Featuring pirouetting pups alongside the regular cast, the highly choreographed pawformance is a sight to behold. Join alabama youth ballet company for a twonight showing of stevan grebels production, the nutcracker. The nutcracker 2016 trailer birmingham royal ballet. Here you can see some of the characters from the ballet, and of course hear some of the iconic score. Huntsville ballet is huntsvilles own professional ballet company and the home of huntsville ballet school and premier dance education in north alabama.
Tickets for every the nutcracker birmingham, al performance are on sale now, so you can catch the beloved holiday. School children are invite to see a behind the scenes glimpse into the magic city nutcracker ballet. Hannah french, 10, has become the second african american to play the lead role of marie in the alabama ballet s production of george balanchines the nutcracker. History of nutcracker moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. Alabama ballet is proud to present george balanchines the nutcracker as one of only eight companies in the world licensed by the balanchine trust to. Logan was honored to win the 2014 wings award for best male dancer in a short piece as the lead russian in the nutcracker with huntsville ballet company. However, this birmingham ballet production has never been telecast in the u. Millie hodge began her ballet training at age 5 at montgomery ballet under kyana goodyear and priscilla crommelin ball. While at arrb, millie has learned various dance techniques including. East alabama community ballet is the areas only community ballet company.
Birmingham royal ballets evergreen production of the nutcracker has been part of the citys christmas tradition for over 26 years and returns to birmingham hippodrome this november. She was used to childrens theatre productions where there is narration and dialogue. Jan 29, 20 birmingham is truly lucky to have such a fine ballet company. The program was a production of three individual choreography efforts. The mobile ballet hosted its 10th annual nutcracker charity ball at the mobile convention center on dec. Last year, her oneshow performance of the brown sugar nutcracker sold out, attracting people from across the southeast. Muttcracker auditions put on the dog at birmingham ballet. Five companies in the birmingham area will be staging the annual classic. The birmingham ballet has gotten even better, if that is possible. The alabama theatre has been the home to shows and performances ranging from movies, concerts, beauty.
Moscow ballets spectacular great russian nutcracker is the mustsee event this holiday season. A christmas treat for the whole family and a classic with a special place in the hearts of ballet fans around the world. Alabama ballet s tracey alvey reflects looks ahead to 20 14 behind the scenes the alabama ballet. The nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama theatre november 29 december 1, 2019. Stevan grebels nutcracker in pelham, al dec 22, 2019 2.
Set in the ambiance of the historic alabama theatre this. Birmingham royal ballet the nutcracker 2019 birmingham. Birmingham royal ballet s production of the nutcracker returns to birmingham hippodrome this winter. Apr 04, 2010 welcome to east alabama community ballet. Aug 03, 2018 birmingham ballet holds open community auditions for the nutcracker. Grebel dance and academy of the alabama youth ballet stevan and deborah grebel have been teaching dance in the birmingham area consistently for 35 and 25 years. Birmingham royal ballet s evergreen production of the nutcracker has been part of the citys christmas tradition for over 27 years and returns to birmingham hippodrome this november. Birmingham ballet s the nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama theatre. December 20, 20 rachel hellwig alabama ballet is one of six u. The nutcracker by birmingham ballet at the alabama theatre in tickets for the alabama ballet presents romeo and juliet in. As one of just eight companies licensed to present the nutcracker with george balanchines iconic choreography, the alabama ballet offers audiences a truly unique experience one you absolutely wont want to miss seeing this holiday season.
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