This sumptuous alberta ballet production pulls out all the stops with fantastic costumes, extravagant sets and the charming, original choreography of edmund stripe. The sun life financial nutcracker dream program helps alberta ballet extend the gift of live ballet to individuals and families who dont have means for such a tradition. Alberta ballet s the nutcracker comes to vancouver canada. The holidays can be a difficult time for individuals and families who struggle financially, and the nutcracker dream is a beautiful shared experience of community, family. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Whether youre beginning a new holiday tradition, or revisiting an old favourite, youll be enthralled by claras escapades with her. Alberta ballet s presentation of the nutcracker is loosely based on e. Sun life financial nutcracker dream alberta ballet support.
Alberta ballet s swan lake the highly anticipated world premiere of christopher andersons swan lake will inspire the dance lover in you artistic direction is by christopher anderson who has previously thrilled alberta audiences with the sleeping beauty and cinderella. Students in these programs may be eligible to participate in examinations and audition to participate in alberta ballet s the nutcracker and various other productions. You never forget your first nutcracker, so make alberta ballet s the nutcracker part of your family tradition this season. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. For the discover dance program of alberta ballet s unleashed, an older audience, with students from grades 6 to 12 will look to be invited. Alberta ballet is looking for boys and girls, minimum age of eight at the time of the performances. Yoshiya sakurai takes on the evil rat king in the company. The nutcracker by alberta ballet family fun edmonton. Hoffmans story of a young girl whose beloved nutcracker doll comes to life on christmas eve and engages in an epic battle with the evil rat tsar before they journey together to the land of the sweets. Save 40% on tickets to alberta ballets the nutcracker in. Catch one of the seven performances over the course of five days from december 4 to 8, 2019. Alberta ballet s sumptuous production casts a bewitching spell with edmund stripes charming original choreography for klara, the nutcracker prince, and the sugar plum fairy. The ballet about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on christmas. If you happen to be a fan of the fluid dance movements of this bunch of extremely talented dancers, you need to get your hands on these tickets before its too late.
Build on your passion for dance and ballet, meet new people with similar interests and share with alberta ballet a wealth of valuable resources. Alberta ballet season tickets are now available for the alberta ballet 2018 2019 season. A production fee is included in your registration and is non refundable. All ballet classes are accompanied by live musicians. Students train for 20 to 30 hours a week in classical and contemporary ballet, in addition to their academic studies. Alberta ballet the nutcracker tickets alberta ballet. Alberta ballet tweaks perennial success story the nutcracker. Alberta ballets artistic director jean grandmaitre talks. The alberta ballet is debuting the 10th anniversary of their nutcracker production this december 6th to 9th. Buy the nutcracker alberta ballet tickets from the official site. The date and location for this event is 24dec19 at southern alberta jubilee auditorium, calgary. This is alberta ballet the nutcracker by dance victoria on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. Because you love dance we already know you love dance and get excited when we introduce our new works, our blockbuster programming and our family classics. Dec 06, 2018 nutcracker draws on more human resources than any show in alberta ballets season with up to 120 people involved in the cast.
Fresh off the launch of this years beloved nutcracker and the announcement of a national tour of the edgy tragically hipinspired, all of us, alberta ballet s artistic director jean grandma. Feb 20, 2014 footage of alberta ballet s the nutcracker. Alberta ballet s discover dance, presented by enbridge, is a cherished and successful community outreach program offered to deserving students in calgary and edmonton. That includes around 35 members of the company, some 60 kids and more. Presented by ballet bc, the nutcracker is a longstanding tradition that instantly brings to mind one very famous soundtrack. Swan lake is arguably ballet s greatest achievement, a monument of artistic triumph surviving the centuries, still. Extravagant bejewelled sets and oneofakind costumes, created by emmy award winner zack brown, give the ballet. Alberta ballet school is one of two ballet schools in canada that offers both inhouse academics and ballet training. Helen picketts original inspiration for petal came from the vibrancy of a gerber daisy. Nov 04, 2019 you never forget your first nutcracker, so make alberta ballets the nutcracker part of your family tradition this season. You never forget your first nutcracker, so make alberta ballets the. The discover dance program for the nutcracker, peter pan and swan lake reach students in grades 2 through 6. Alberta ballets the nutcracker comes to vancouver canada.
A wellknown show like the nutcracker brings in audiences looking for two things. Alberta ballets production, presented by ballet bc, sparkles like a faberge egg says the vancouver sun. Alberta ballets the nutcracker 15 second video edmonton youtube. The alberta ballet will once again be performing the classic holiday story the nutcracker this season. The costumes were beautiful, the stage was breathtaking. I took my granddaughters to the nutcracker, alberta ballet.
Each year, alberta ballet offers new elements in the nutcracker to keep it fresh. The set was amazing, seamlessly changing from scene to scene to create colourful and stunning backdrops. Alberta ballets production with choreography by edmund stripe and sets and costumes designed by emmy awardwinning designer zack brown, sparkles like a faberge egg says the vancouver sun. Page 2 table of contents matinee program and credits theatre etiquette 3 4 about the nac 5 dance at the nac 6 nutcracker story and cast of characters 7 did you know. Alberta ballet performing the nutcracker holiday classic. Dec 20, 2018 fresh off the launch of this years beloved nutcracker and the announcement of a national tour of the edgy tragically hipinspired, all of us, alberta ballets artistic director jean grandma. Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists. This amazing dance company will be delivering this performance at the finest venue in the state, queen elizabeth theatre. Ballet bcs presentation of alberta ballet s the nutcracker delivers the nutcracker is always a hit this time of year, and this production is likely one of my favourite nutcrackers to date. Vancouver gets to enjoy a few more days of holiday cheer, thanks to alberta ballet s current touring show.
Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes bring the christmas spirit to life. Alberta ballet celebrates 40 years of christmas classic the. A subscription to the ballet will remove 25% of the fee for select performances while ensuring some of the best seats in the house, while attending in a group of 10 or more removes 25% from the. Alberta ballets presentation of the nutcracker is loosely based on e. The other half resides in the sheer spectacle of dancers, costumes and elaborate sets that make up the two act ballet.
Have you been trying to figure out what the best bet is for your weekend entertainment. Alberta ballet school offers dance programs for all ages and training levels from preschool to professional. The perfect way to wind down a busy holiday season. Dec 04, 2018 the nutcracker draws on more human resources than any show in alberta ballets season with up to 120 people in the cast. Ballet bc is excited to present alberta ballet s magical production of the nutcracker during the 2019 holiday season. Dec 19, 2017 vancouver gets to enjoy a few more days of holiday cheer, thanks to alberta ballets current touring show. Ballet bc is excited to present alberta ballets magical production of the nutcracker during the 2017 holiday season.
His works for alberta ballet include unquiet light 2003, swelter 2005, alice in wonderland 2006 and the nutcracker. One of canadas premier dance companies, alberta ballet is committed to an artistic vision of powerfully exciting dance. This timeless holiday tale will transport you to imperialist russias majestic era, when french fashion was in vogue and tchaikovsky composed his timeless. Alberta ballet school is the official training centre of alberta ballet. Love the ballet and the joyful feeling i get watching it. Ruth carse in 1958 and became a professional company in 1966. Provides a live music experience the nutcracker is one of the only alberta ballet productions featuring music by a live orchestra, bringing a whole new energy level to the stage and audience. Find yourself transported to a dazzling fairytale world where klara and her beloved nutcracker battle the rat king, and where a sleigh ride through a land of glistening snowflakes leads to the realm of the benevolent sugar plum fairy.
Its a true sign the holiday season is upon us iconic holiday classic the nutcracker by alberta ballet is about to hit the stage at the northern alberta jubilee auditorium. Artistic director jean grandmaitre and cast member liam montgomery share more details. Alberta ballet school offers exclusive opportunities for students to connect with alberta ballets artistic team and with international dance talent that alberta ballet presents as part of the season. This sumptuous and beautiful experience will become a christmas favourite. Alberta ballet school was on hand when shaw charity classics birdies for kids presented the total funds raised from this years event. Cheap tickets to all alberta ballet shows are available on cheaptickets. Alberta ballets the nutcracker 15 second video edmonton. Buy the nutcracker alberta ballet tickets from the official ticketmaster. Presents the nutcracker by alberta ballet study guide for teachers nac 20102011 dance season cathy levy, dance producer. The nutcracker features more than 120 performers with beautifully designed sets and gorgeous costumes designed by emmy award winner zack brown. Alberta ballet the nutcracker tickets alberta ballet nutcracker.
Hoffmanns seasonal tale of the titular tiny toy protector from german folklore, the nutcracker. Edmund stripes the nutcracker features 120 performers. Want to experience the magic of alberta ballets the nutcracker. Photo provided by baton rouge ballet theater baton rouge ballet theatres production, the nutcracker a tale from the bayou, runs saturday and sunday, dec. Two days left to save 25% off tickets to the nutcracker. Alberta ballet tickets alberta ballet schedule cheaptickets. Senior roles require three years of ballet training. I was also thoroughly taken by the alberta ballet s rendition of this christmas clasic. The nutcracker by alberta ballet suites culturelles.
All funds raised by the school during the birdies for kids campaign is matched by 50% by birdies for kids. Theres a new alberta ballet company dancer stepping into the traditional and coveted role of the nutcracker prince. The show features 329 costumes, made inhouse in calgary and in design studios in new york, montreal and chicago. Ballet bc is excited to present alberta ballet s magical production of the nutcracker during the 2017 holiday season. Follow klara and her beloved nutcracker on a magical adventure in this. Nutcracker prize pack giveaway with alberta ballet manulife.
How to use alberta ballet coupons though the alberta ballet does not offer coupons or promo codes, there are several ways to reduce your entry fee. Nutcracker draws on more human resources than any show in alberta ballet s season with up to 120 people involved in the cast. This gorgeous evening of dance, with choreography by edmund stripe, also invites families to. The company is a resident company of both the northern alberta jubilee auditorium in edmonton, alberta and the southern alberta jubilee auditorium in calgary, alberta and performs its full season in both venues.
The nutcracker features a live orchestra and a cast of more than 120 dancers, with dazzling sets and costumes designed by emmyaward winning designer zack brown, and choreography by our own edmund stripe. The christmas favourite is a real treat, as the performances include live music from the edmonton symphony orchestra. Alberta ballet school offers programming in ballet, jazz, contemporary and modern dance, including a partnership with yyc dance project. International conductor and music director for the alberta ballet, peter dala, will be leading the. Children auditions for alberta ballets the nutcracker. When you volunteer with alberta ballet, you can select from opportunities at the company and the school. Alberta ballet the nutcracker national arts centre centre national des arts. That includes around 35 members of the company, some 60 kids and. Alberta ballet celebrates 40 years of christmas classic. Alberta ballet school is one of the 200 youth corganizations supported by these funds. Nov 23, 2018 the nutcracker features a cast of more than 120 performers. If youve already enlisted your friends to head out and see a fun show on the stage this weekend but you still need to narrow it down, know that stubhub is the first place you guys should look to see if there are any popular shows heading near your area to enjoy. Alberta ballets nutcracker set to dance into edmonton hearts.
As the ballet evolved color remained a critical element of the work, but the visceral movement and relationships between the dancers came to reflect the vigor of wildflowers rather than a hothouse bloom. With equally sumptuous sets and costumes designed by emmy award winner zack brown, alberta ballets incomparable the nutcracker offers your entire family a festive and glittering evening. The show features 329 costumes, made inhouse in calgary and in design. The christmas favourite is a real treat, as the performances include live music from the. Alberta nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet.