Get your the nutcracker at benedum center in pittsburgh, pa tickets today. The ballet is based on a story, the nutcracker and the mouse king, that prussian author e. A winter wonderland awaits at pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker. It was a story at home for the holiday, magic right before my eyes. The pittsburgh ballet theatre is a company from pennsylvania that specializes in ballet and other related performing arts. Written almost 200 years ago, the original story was a scary fairytale intended only for adults. Pnc presents beauty and the beast at the benedum center friday february 14, 2020 at 11 a. The nutcracker audience guide synopsis, background information, a look at the costumes and choreography, and more. Pittsburgh ballet theatre presents the nutcracker at the benedum center for the performing arts from december 4 27. The nutcracker at the benedum, a dreamlike excursion evolves.
Under their leadership, pbt added classics such as giselle, coppelia and. It wouldnt be christmas without experiencing the classic tale of the nutcracker on stage in a ballet performance. Its a tradition that not only brings families together but keeps ballet relevant in the modern world. The nutcracker was also the recipient of a firstplace pocono northeast award.
Nov 15, 2014 huge thank you to pittsburgh ballet theatre for sponsoring this post. Dance of the sugar plum fairy from the nutcracker the. Swan lake with the orchestra pittsburgh ballet theatre. Ballet resource guide for teachers cartwheel factory. Complete your christmas with the classic story of the nutcracker like never seen before. The n utcracker comes to benedum center on friday 2nd december 2016. Propelled by tchaikovskys iconic score, this soaring story captures the awe. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker marks two milestones. Later, after he had moved to america and founded new york city ballet, he decided to choreograph his own version of the nutcracker for his company. Pittsburgh ballet theatres nutcracker dancers exquisitely captivating in christmas story. Hoffmanns the nutcracker and the mouse king7 characteristics of a story.
Once again drosselmeyer calls upon his magic and the nutcracker is transformed into a handsome boy. The nutcracker a ballet beginners guide stage the guardian. Booking early is recommended to get the best seats. The ballet company performing in this ballet video include pittsburgh ballet theatre. Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. Hoffmann s 1816 fairy tale the nutcracker and the mouse king.
Just as the mouse king is about to overpower the nutcracker doll, clara distracts him, allowing the nutcracker to strike the winning blow. Although what is seen on the stage today is different in detail from the original story, the basic plot remains the same. The room is filled with the magical christmas spirit. It is a concert and theater hall, and it was originally opened in 1928 as the stanley theatre. Ballerinas of the pittsburgh ballet theatre dance during a rehearsal of. With more than 170 wonderful dancers performing to tchaikovskys magical score, this production brings the nutcracker to life. Pbts pittsburghinspired production captures the excitement of the original story through five fanciful scenes, over 150 unique costumes and tchaikovskys timeless score. This page features a ballet video titled pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker dec. Official ticket site of the pittsburgh ballet theatre, tickets to the nutcracker at the benedum center and other pbt events. The nutcracker pittsburgh tickets the nutcracker pittsburgh tour. In fact, even i learned a thing or two about the nutcracker, and i have seen the ballet countless times.
Dec 04, 2015 the pittsburgh ballet theatre opened the nutcracker friday night the first of 24 performances at the benedum center. Dec 03, 2015 written almost 200 years ago, the original story was a scary fairytale intended only for adults. Journey to a land of enchantment filled with swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers and exciting dances set to. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. Critics grumbled that the storyline distilled from the eta hoffmann story was. Pittsburgh ballet theatre tickets pittsburgh ballet theatre. The synopsis nycb new york city ballet official site. The benedum center for the performing arts, a pittsburgh cultural trust theater, is a focal point of pittsburghs cultural district. Market, or have your photo taken with one of the characters. The story of a young german girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince and a fierce battle against a mouse king with seven heads. Experience one of pittsburghs cherished holiday traditions. That time of year is approaching its nutcracker season at the benedum center. The house grows dark, and clara steals back into the room to look at her precious nutcracker.
Pennsylvanianutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. The first performance of this production was on february 2, 1954, in new york city, and george balanchines the nutcracker has been an annual holiday tradition ever since. From the moonlit snow scene to the effervescent land of enchantment, the pittsburgh postgazette calls the nutcracker the best holiday performance in pittsburgh. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker 2015 at the benedum. This pittsburghinspired production laces the traditional. Join in the festivities and the magical essence of a beautiful storyline matched with a wonderful and. My child was able to follow along easily and understood the story. The story of a young german girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince and a fierce battle against a mouse king with. Childrens guide to the nutcracker with a kidfriendly synopsis and activities. Both the set design and storyline reflect popular pittsburgh landmarks. The nutcracker benedum center ticket prices slashed by 40%. The magic of the holiday season fills the benedum center stage in the nutcracker.
The nutcracker, benedum center tickets for 1204 07. Nov 30, 2015 pittsburgh ballet theatre presents the nutcracker at the benedum center for the performing arts from december 4 27. Orr, set to tchaikovskys enduring score, the pittsburgh ballet theatres production of the nutcracker has been a longstanding holiday tradition since the production premiered in 2001. The nutcracker prince musters his toy infantry and the cavalry. This page features a ballet video titled swan lake with the orchestra pittsburgh ballet theatre feb 16th at the benedum center. Administrative offices 100 south broad street, suite 2226 philadelphia, pa 19102 215. The nutcracker simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. I visited the benedum center to see nutcracker around the holiday. Ivan vsevolozhsky and marius petipa adapted hoffmanns story for the ballet. The nutcracker december 223, 2011 benedum center revel in the wonder of.
The nutcracker at the benedum center friday, december 6, 2019 at 11 a. Pittsburgh ballet theatre shows off its depth of talent by featuring corps dancers in some of the holiday ballet s prominent roles. Featuring over 100 dancers, professional sets and costumes, and mesmerizing special effects, the production has entertained over 350,000 people during its history, including educational performances to over 12,000 school students. The nutcracker pittsburgh official ticket source benedum center fri, dec 2.
Its christmas eve in turnofthecentury pittsburgh when a mysterious gift sparks a wondrous adventure. How pittsburgh ballet theatres nutcracker measures up to others. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker 2011 youtube. Journey to a land of enchantment filled with swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers and exciting dances set to tchaikovskys glorious score. Holiday spirit soars in pittsburgh ballet theatres nutcracker. The nutcracker ballet is based on the story the nutcracker and the king of mice written by e. Hoffmann, the ballet opens with the lively christmas party that is hosted by the stahlbaum family, its victorian setting captured in opulent detail by julia. Pittsburgh ballet theatre opens the nutcracker friday. Nov 02, 2015 i visited the benedum center to see nutcracker around the holiday. The nutcracker leads the toy soldiers into battle with the mice, and marie helps him by throwing her slipper at the fierce mouse king, who the nutcracker then slays. Pittsburgh ballet theatre shows off its depth of talent by featuring corps dancers in some of the holiday ballets prominent roles. Benedum center benedum center tickets the benedum center is officially known as the benedum center for performing arts. The nutcracker ready to delight in ambridge, midland and. Join marie, the nutcracker prince and a host of magical characters on an enchanted sleigh ride past swirling snowflakes to the land of the sweets.
Recognized as one of the most popular ballets of all time, the nutcracker is a timeless holiday classic based on the. Local landmarks, hometown pride and soaring classical ballet will take center stage when the nutcracker transforms the benedum center into a winter. Pittsburgh ballet theatres storied history with balanchine and tchaikovsky is revived in this. Keep kids wideeyed with beautiful ballerinas and dancing snowflakes. Dec 18, 2012 the nutcracker a ballet beginners guide. So heres your chance to catch the talented dancers and crew of pittsburgh ballet theatre as they come to benedum center on tuesday 27th december 2016.
The hall was immaculate and services was satisfying. Now that the mouse king is dead, an ancient spell has been broken, and the nutcracker is transformed into a handsome prince. A few storyline tweaks turned the nutcracker into a family favorite and cherished holiday tradition. Nov 18, 2014 capture the awe and exhilaration of the holiday season with the classic story, iconic choreography and soaring score of the nutcracker. It has been running since 1968 when it was founded by nicolas petrov and frederic franklin. The nutcracker, benedum center tickets for 1204 11. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker.
Hoffmanns the nutcracker and the mouse king7 characteristics of a story ballet in the late 19th century7 the composer. The louise reed center for dance 323 north broad street philadelphia, pa 19107 215. Where its a family tradition or a first time visit, the pittsburgh ballet theatres performance of the nutcracker will surely delight. The nutcracker ballet really helped my daughter understand and enjoy the nutcracker on stage. As she falls back asleep on the couch, her thoughts are filled with exciting, happy memories of the christmas eve party and the dancing dolls. Petrov invited famed ballet russes principal dancer frederic franklin to join pbt as coartistic director in 1974. The story of the nutcracker ballet scene descriptions. This mixedrepertory production brings together three celebrated choreographers to create stunning dance for the here buy tickets read more. Pennsylvania ballet is a tax exempt nonprofit and our tax identification number is 231629970. Nov 29, 2016 benedum center december 227 various times. After extensive renovations in the late 1980s, the hall was closed and reopened as benedum center for performing arts.
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