The nutcracker ballet provides the history of the nutcracker ballet, nutcracker music, nutcrakcer links, nutcracker movies and information on nutcracker ballet performances in your area. With more than 100 dancers, dazzling stage effects and a brilliant live orchestra performing tchaikovskys beloved score, miami city ballet s spectacular george balanchines the nutcracker is a magical adventure for all ages. Wardlow road long beach, ca 90807 562 4264112 celebrate the holidays with the long beach ballet. This is a backtoback win for the long beach ballet, which also won the. Oct 01, 2019 long beach ballet presents its annual production of the nutcracker at the terrace theater in the long beach performing arts center. The long beach ballet is the only ballet company in southern california which performs the nutcracker with a full symphony orchestra and is one of only two ballet companies in. Ballerina anna trofimova talks about this unique opportunity to. Long beach ballet named favorite nutcracker again the hilo. This marks a backtoback win for the southern californiabased organization, who won the award in 2018.
Nov 11, 2018 a holiday mash up for the whole family. Long beach ballet presents its annual production of the nutcracker at the terrace theater in the long beach performing arts center. Create holiday memories for your family by sharing the magic of the nutcracker. The nutcracker ballet provides the history of the nutcracker ballet, nutcracker. Nov 19, 2018 jake elwell of dayton ballet and cincinnati ballet second company stars as the nutcracker prince in this traditional telling complete with snow, sword fights and sugar plum fairies. Dec 09, 2016 long beach ballet annual holiday classic the nutcracker december 10, 11, 17, and 18 at terrace theatre in long beach purchase tickets. The long beach ballet continues to thrill audiences with their stunning rendition of the nutcracker. With more than 100 dancers, dazzling stage effects and a brilliant live orchestra performing tchaikovskys beloved score, miami city ballets spectacular george balanchines the nutcracker is a magical adventure for all ages. The nutcracker long beach ballet mommypoppins things to do. The long beach ballet nutcracker coast to coast newspaper. Dec 17, 2019 the nutcracker with full orchestra long beach ballet terrace theater, 300 e. A dozen allstar dancers, on stage dj and an electric violinist bring the traditional. They are also one of only two companies in the country that uses two harps for their production just as tchaikovsky intended, but they dont stop there.
Accompanied by a full symphony orchestra, long beach ballets the nutcracker also boasts sparkling sets and costumes, a cast of more than 200, dazzling pyrotechnics and magic effects along with a special appearance by rebel, long beach ballets gorgeous white arabian horse. The nutcracker site provides a central location for nutcracker ballet information. Two years after the long beach ballet started its run, director david wilcox was given the opportunity to present a new production of the nutcracker. The nutcracker 2017 marks ballets 35th year at long beach.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the long beach ballet brings back a holiday classic, the nutcracker. In 2005, artistic and executive director liza mata opened up the dance school, coastal dance centre and established coastal youth ballet theatre in 2006 as its performing company. They are also one of only two companies in the country that uses two harps for their production just as. Students, faculty, and technicians at long beach state universitys college of engineering designed this special effects box for long beach ballets performance of the nutcracker. Ballet director david wilcox and his cast of 270 will portray the. The nutcracker celebrates 34 years with the long beach ballet.
The stage props were great, and the large cast made the event special. Dec 14, 2019 for 37 years the long beach nutcracker has been deemed southern californias favorite holiday production. The enchanting scenery was created by former disney designers elliot hessayon and scott schaffer, the detailed costumes designed by australian artist adrian clark, and special effects by. 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. Long beach ballet s the nutcracker annual performance at the terrace theater is over 25 years strong and is internationally known and recognized. You wont want to miss out on the 37th production of the nutcracker from the long beach ballets artistic director, david wilcox.
Long beach ballet wins goldstar national nutcracker award. As always, the beloved production bursts with special guest performances and additional surprise treats the entire family will love. Long beach, ca long beach ballet was named best loved nutcracker in the u. Tickets for this years production go on sale beginning october 7th. Welcome to the long beach ballet academy, celebrating its 38th anniversary as one of southern californias leading. The nutcracker long beach now in 37th year spectrum news. Long beach ballets the nutcracker annual performance at the terrace theater is over 25 years strong and is internationally known and recognized. Jake elwell of dayton ballet and cincinnati ballet second company stars as the nutcracker prince in this traditional telling complete with snow, sword fights and sugar plum fairies. The long beach ballets the nutcracker has been seen by millions of people worldwide, including live audiences totaling more than 400,000 in. Long beach ballets production of the nutcracker was named best loved nutcracker in the u. Weighted heavily toward the training of classical ballet technique, the school also hosts an internationally recognized summer program where other forms of dance are introduced, including jazz, african dance, modern and character. Goldstar proudly announces that long beach ballet is named best loved nutcracker in the u. Buy long beach ballet tickets from the official site. The venue is so easy to access and this is with having mobility issues.
The nutcracker with full orchestra long beach ballet terrace theater, 300 e. The hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through exclusive hip hop choreography. Coastal youth ballet theatre is a nonprofit 501 c 3 arts organization dedicated to the artistic and cultural enrichment of horry and georgetown counties. Hoffman in 1816 in this famous ballet, a young german girl dreams that her favorite christmas toy, the nutcracker, comes alive and battles an evil mouse ki.
The nutcracker long beach tickets the nutcracker long. Dec 17, 2019 creative director and founder of the long beach ballet, david wilcox, encourages cast members who return to the same role several years in a row to expand and creatively tweak their part. Creative director and founder of the long beach ballet, david wilcox, encourages cast members who return to the same role several years in a. Not only is there a full symphony orchestra with not one but two harps which only two companies in the country use, it is packed with onstage pyrotechnics, a flying sleigh. Trailer for long beach ballets spectacular production of the nutcracker. Southern californias 5 best the nutcracker ballets cbs. Nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Wilcox founded the long beach ballet almost four decades ago and the academy presented its first production of the nutcracker in 1983. The long beach ballet s the nutcracker has been seen by millions of people worldwide, including live audiences totaling more than 400,000 in long beach, 70,000 in pasadena, hundreds of thousands. Oct 01, 2019 long beach ballet proudly presents its 37th annual production of the nutcracker at the terrace theater in the long beach performing arts center. This production is one of only two ballet companies in.
Terrace theater, long beach performing arts center, 300 e. The long beach ballet nutcracker show features a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real live horse, onstage pyrotechnics, and a cast of over 200. Miami city ballets holiday spectacle transports you to a dazzling winter wonderland in the new production of george balanchines the nutcracker. Long beach ballet wins best loved nutcracker award. Nutcracker ballet, long beach, ca long beach, california. Dec 18, 2019 long beach, ca long beach ballet was named best loved nutcracker in the u. The nutcracker has become an annual holiday tradition in many american cities and even around the world.
S we produce this show as a labor of love, with over 500 people behind the scenes and a 36year track record. The terrace theatre is located at 300 east ocean boulevard, long beach. We think this years performance is the best one yet with a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, an actual horse, pyrotechnics, and a huge cast of over 200. For more information call 562 4264112 or visit photo gallery. The long beach ballets performance of the nutcracker, a local gem now in its 37th year, as always, boasts a full symphony orchestra the only in southern california, a cast of more than 200 dancers, a flying sleigh, onstage pyrotechnics and, of course, a reallive horse. The nutcracker long beach ballet performs with a full symphony orchestra. It is so popular that holidays are not complete without seeing the nutcracker live the nutcrackers origin can be traced back to russia in the late 1800s where choreographer marius petipa and composer peter ilyitch tchaikovsky created the ballet based on eta hoffmans. The nutcracker long beach tickets about the nutcracker. Dec 05, 20 long beach ballets 30th anniversary of the nutcracker 1122 e. For 37 years the long beach nutcracker has been deemed southern californias favorite holiday production.
Not only is there a full symphony orchestra with not one but two harps which only two companies in the country use, it is packed with on. Long beach ballet annual holiday classic the nutcracker december 10, 11, 17, and 18 at terrace theatre in long beach purchase tickets. In this famous ballet, a young german girl dreams that her favorite christmas toy, the nutcracker, comes alive and battles an evil mouse king. Festival ballet theatres familyfriendly breathtaking production features superb colorful scenery and dazzling. Long beach ballets 30th anniversary of the nutcracker 1122 e. Dec 21, 2017 the long beach ballet is the only company in southern california that performs the nutcracker with a full symphony orchestra. The nutcracker long beach ballet performs with a full symphony orchestra and guest dancers from pacific northwest ballet. The nutcracker is a wellknown tale told onstage worldwide, including by the long beach ballet at the terrace theater.
Welcome to the long beach ballet academy, celebrating its 38th anniversary as. Long beach ballets 2018 performances of the nutcracker are scheduled to begin on saturday, december 15. The long beach ballet is the only ballet company in southern california which performs the nutcracker with a full symphony orchestra and is one of only two ballet companies in the country that use two harps for their production to ensure the performance sounds exactly as tchaikovsky intended it to sound. The long beach nutcracker was the first ballet that i have attended. Dec 20, 2019 long beach ballet artistic director david wilcox says, it is an honor to have once again been recognized as the most beloved nutcracker in the u. Nutcracker ballet, long beach, ca, long beach, california. The nutcracker long beach tickets the nutcracker long beach. The long beach nutcracker ballet was exciting, captivating and splendid.
We think this years performance is the best one yet with a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, an actual horse, pyrotechnics. The nutcracker ballet december 724, 2019 festival ballet. We are very proud of our schools dedicated professional faculty as well as our many successes, including our many graduating students who have joined major ballet companies. Guest dancers have included gold medalist haiyan wu. Welcome to the long beach ballet academy, celebrating its 36th anniversary as one of southern californias leading classical ballet institutions.
Long beachs nutcracker timeless tradition entertainment. Step into this magical world of toy soldiers, colorful characters, and the enchanting dance of the sugarplum fairy, set to the music of tchaikovsky performed by a live orchestra. A visionary, wilcox went all out to give this centurys old tale a sensational look and feel which has attracted even the ballet. Long beach ballet wins 2019 national nutcracker award. The nutcracker 36th anniversary of long beach ballets. Set to tchaikovskys iconic score, you will be captivated as clara and her beloved nutcracker battle a most memorable mouse king, encounter dancing snowflakes and travel to the palace of the dolls. In 2018 a nationwide survey of audience members by the goldstar ticketing playform resulted in long beach ballet receiving the best nutcracker in the u. The long beach ballet is the only company in southern california that performs the nutcracker with a full symphony orchestra. Read what members are saying about long beach ballet. The nutcracker december 724, 2019 at the irvine barclay theatre familyfriendly, traditional, warmth of the holiday season buy tickets a cherished holiday classic, perfect for all ages. Dine on classic teatime delicacies and specially blended teas, while the kids enjoy a craft area that includes dance lessons with some of labs star dancers.
This year, they competed along with more than 50 companies to win the th annual goldstar national nutcracker award, the only award. The nutcracker 2017 marks ballets 35th year at long beach ballet. Dec 09, 2019 you wont want to miss out on the 37th production of the nutcracker from the long beach ballets artistic director, david wilcox. Artistic director, david wilcox presents an unordinary rendition of the classic tale unlike any other. Long beach ballets the nutcracker 2019 hotel current blog. A dozen allstar dancers, on stage dj and an electric violinist bring the traditional nutcracker story to life in contemporary nyc. The nutcracker ballet stems from a story called the nutcracker and the mouse king, written by e. More than 600,000 tickets sold to date and performed around the world.
Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Long beach ballet wins 2019 national nutcracker award long. This is the th year that goldstar has given out the award based on customer reactions to holiday productions by more than. Long beach ballet presents the nutcracker, performed with a full symphony orchestra, pyrotechnics, a real live horse, and a cast of over 200. Dec 24, 2017 the nutcracker long beach ballet performs with a full symphony orchestra and guest dancers from pacific northwest ballet. Long beach ballet proudly presents its 37th annual production of the nutcracker at the terrace theater in the long beach performing arts center.
The long beach ballet is the only ballet company in southern california which performs the nutcracker with a full symphony orchestra and is one of only two ballet companies in the country that use. Terrace theater long beach convention and entertainment center long beach. Long beach ballet to perform classic the nutcracker for. The curriculum of the long beach ballet academy reflects the eclectic repertoire of a professional ballet company.
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