Join us in 2020 for george balanchines the nutcracker, the pacific northwests favorite holiday tradition. Founded by arlene wagner and her husband george in 1995, the museum housed over 6,000 nutcrackers in 2010. Tickets the nutcracker washington tickets the nutcracker is one of those timeless holiday productions that many people attend every year as a christmastime tradition. A part of ballet northwests 50th anniversary season, the company presents crescendo with members of. This independent guide is not affiliated with the nutcracker. The burlesque nutcracker voted best burlesque of western washington by king 5 gives the traditional ballet a bawdy makeover. Tchaikovskys cherished score played live by the pnb orchestra, gorgeous scenery and costumes by celebrated author and illustrator ian falconer olivia the pig, brilliant dancing by pnbs incredible dancers, a snowfall every performance, and seattle centers mccaw hall all dressed up for the holidays. This will be the performance of phase one, which will include act 1, party scene and act 2, club sweets. Kidfriendly guide to the nutcracker in seattle marcie. Seattle is lucky to offer a wide variety of shows and experiences from the traditional pacific northwest ballet to shorter shows with local dance schools. Pnbs bestselling holiday classic is a fantastical combination of ian falconers unique design, tchaikovskys beloved score, and the entire company in showstopping roles. It has black wings, and black down the center of its tail. When i was invited to opening night of the nutcracker in seattle at the pacific northwest ballet, i felt humbled and honored. With multiple midmorning showings, this is the perfect prenap outing for toddlers and young kids.
These are dates through december 21, 2018 still available. This celebrated production is set in historic 1882 georgetown with george washington, king george iii, and other historical figures. The nutcracker seattle tickets the nutcracker seattle. Tracy wang, seattle chinese times the production is sumptuous, the children entrancing, the music superbly played, the. Pacific northwest ballet seattle 2020 all you need to. Set in two acts, three tableaux, and composed between 1891 and 1892 by pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky, the nutcracker is based on the nutcracker and the mouse king, a story written in e. Donald byrds harlem nutcracker was instantly loved when it debuted in new york city in 1996. Land of the sweets features topnotch local dance talent, opulent costuming by stephanie seymour, original choreography from the classicallytrained lily verlaine, and. But as josephine cheng shows us, if youre expecting the same old holiday.
The nutcracker seattle tickets 2020 dont miss holiday favorite the nutcracker performed by the pacific northwest ballet live at mccaw hall in seattle. A hoffmans the nutcracker and the mouse king 1816, which the famed russian composer tchaikovsky scored in 1892. The pacific northwest ballet performs george balanchines version of tchaikovskys the nutcracker at mccaw hall in seattle through dec. Attending the nutcracker ballet is a holiday tradition. The moscow ballets mission to promote world peace through the timeproven method of cultural exchange. Pacific northwest ballet the nutcracker at the mccaw hall, seattle, wa. Abcs number one entertainment show is hitting the road once more this year. Kirkland, washington ballet company international ballet theatre is a professional ballet company offering traditional as well as modern ballets.
Celebrate the magic season in bellevue by sharing in an east side families holiday tradition take everyone to see a live performance of international ballet theatres the nutcracker at the meydenbauer theatre december 23, 2019. My grandmother took me for my first show when i was a. Pnbs is the gold standard nutcracker in our region. The nutcracker seattle tickets we do not have any events listed for nutcracker seattle tickets at this time. Hall facilities do not constitute endorsement by mccaw hall or the city of seattle. Bestselling classic, the nutcracker is a fantastical combination of. The beloved harlem nutcracker bankrupted choreographer. Residents and visitors alike have been entertained at the magnificent theatre and millions have delighted in the theatres architectural majesty, viewed countless films, and. Our nutcracker is a fulllength production with professional sets, costumes and choreography by local dance professionals. The nutcracker was first mounted by the washington ballet in 1961. The nutcracker seattle tickets the nutcracker seattle tour. Enriching lives in the pacific northwest, considered a national treasure and acclaimed worldwide, pnb epitomizes excellence in the performing arts.
A timeless tale of magic and beauty, the nutcracker is performed live by pacific northwest ballets exquisite dancers and 60piece orchestra at seattle centers mccaw hall. Hoffmans tale, the nutcracker and the mouse king 1816. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in seattle. Pacific northwest ballets always enchanting production of the. Each year, thousands get into the holiday spirit by attending the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker performance. Washington nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Following the monumental 32season run of the stowellsendak production, pnb promises to dazzle audiences with both the familiar and the new with a genuine hometown extravaganza 99 percent of the entire production was crafted by. International ballet theatre, a washington ballet company. Click here to learn about our buyer guarantee canceled events.
The stage is set at the warner theatre in washington with clara and her young brother fritz enjoying themselves at their godfather drosselmeyers. The nutcracker seattle tickets the nutcracker seattle tickets. A memory making tradition for generations of families and friends, nutcracker fun includes mccaw hall gloriously deckedout for the seasons best photo ops. Clarks nutcrackers are mediumsized birds with long, sharp bills. Oct 10, 2018 a timeless tale of magic and beauty, the nutcracker is performed live by pacific northwest ballets exquisite dancers and 60piece orchestra at seattle centers mccaw hall. Tracy wang, seattle chinese times the production is sumptuous, the children entrancing, the music superbly played, the sets and costumes gorgeous. Nutcracker ballet seattle, washington moscow ballet presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet. Dec 23, 2014 in seattle, maurice sendaks wild nutcracker reaches its final act for more than 30 years, the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker has used sets and costumes designed by the author of where. I have been to the pacific nw ballets nutcracker many times over the last 20 years. Though those giant nutcracker teeth and that swelling christmas tree have seen much service since the ballets 1983 debut, the productions still a beauty and still has magic to spare. Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show.
After their run in everett, theyll perform at the edmonds center for the arts from dec 1417. Seattle s paramount theatre has enjoyed a long and storied history, beginning with its grand opening as the seattle theatre in march of 1928. Pacific northwest ballets the nutcracker i am ulyssa. The nutcracker,everett performing arts center, everett, wa, dec. Browse tickets across all upcoming show dates and make sure youre getting the best deal for seeing the nutcracker in washington. George balanchines the nutcracker tv spot 2018 youtube. Nothing fills hearts with holiday magic like pnbs nutcracker dont miss it.
Pacific northwest ballet pnb is a ballet company based in seattle, washington, in the united states. Nutcracker tickets at pacific northwest ballet in seattle. International ballet theatre wishes to share a love of dance with the broadest possible audience and we excited to share the nutcracker with the public, private and home school organizations of the eastside through our school performances. Seattle area dance students perform in the great russian nutcracker on stage with the worldfamous moscow ballet. It just isnt the holiday season in washington state without the annual the nutcracker seattle production, presented annually by the pacific northwest ballet and featuring choreography by the immortal george balanchine and lucky for you, great tickets are available for every performance of the companys 2020 production. Pacific northwest ballet the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker is now the worlds most recognized and celebrated production, now in its 29th season the legendary costumes and sets are designed by maurice sendak author and illustrator of where the wild things are and the performance itself is seen by approximately 100,000 people per year.
The production by twsb and twb founder mary day was performed in constitution hall and, beginning in 1992, at the warner theatre. Both productions feature the tacoma city ballet orchestra under the direction of maestro bernard. In 2004, the company premiered a new allamerican version of the nutcracker by artistic director septime webre, designed just for washington, dc. It is said to have the highest per capita attendance in the united states, with 11,000 subscribers in 2004. This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere.
George balanchines the nutcracker tickets for mccaw hall seattle. The pacific northwest ballet lottery the lottery is sponsored by todaytix, sponsor, having its principal place of business at 64 wooster st, new york, ny 10012. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area. This years festival will feature guest artists from the cirque du soleil. George balanchines the nutcracker at pacific northwest. The lottery entry period begins on november 24th and will continue for the duration of the nutcracker. With no fees to sell tickets and live phone and web sales, brown paper tickets is the smartest way to sell tickets for your next event. Kidfriendly guide to the nutcracker in seattle marcie in. Moscow ballet seeks dancers for seattle seattle, wa the company is looking for local dancers ages 6 to 18 for the great russian nutcracker at the paramount theatre. Experience the magic of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. We incorporate different dance styles as well as ballet with new choreography and new themes each year.
George balanchines the nutcracker is a broadway staple, and is based on the alexandre dumas version of e. The nutcracker gives seattle audiences their first snow of the season, as well as an opportunity to believe in magic, family, imagination and dreams again. This north seattle dance school produces a very popular, familyfriendly onehour show called nutcracker sweets that caters to young audiences and their families, and showcases the talents of arcs student dancers, alongside its youth and professional company dancers. The nutcracker is a holiday favorite for ballet enthusiasts. Mccaw hall plays host to the nutcracker seattle ballet each year, bringing to life george balanchines version of the story. This event is a benefit for the washington ballets education and community engagement programs and raises critical funds to provide the highest quality dance performance and training to. A hoffmans the nutcracker and the mouse king, mark morris version takes it from the straightlaced 1890s to the swinging 70s, with raucous parties, dancing g. George balanchines the nutcracker at pacific northwest ballet sun. Land of the sweets, voted best burlesque in western washington by king 5, features topnotch dance talent, opulent costuming, incredible choreography from the classicallytrained lily verlaine, and stunning original jazz arrangements of the tchaikovsky score by jasper mccann, kate olson, and. The best places to see the nutcracker in seattle seattle refined. The best places to see the nutcracker in seattle seattle. Search for cheap the nutcracker seattle wa tickets at.
Your ultimate guide to seattlearea holiday nutcracker. Joes, whimsical costumes, and a waltz of the snowflakes like no other. The nutcracker tickets the nutcracker tickets a holiday classic the nutcracker tickets can now allow everyone who wants to a chance to see this fairyballet live and in person. Moscow ballet seeks dancers for seattle nutcracker. Official website of pacific northwest ballet in seattle. Donald byrds the harlem nutcracker at on the boards in. Find tickets for the nutcracker in washington on seatgeek. Take the whole family to marvel over claras christmas fantasy when the wooden toy soldier comes alive and takes her on a magical tour of wonderful holiday adventures. One of the best ways to fully enjoy the nutcracker is to make sure everyone knows the story.
Mark morris dance group 2019120615 seattle, washington. The clarks nutcracker is the size of a jay but is more like a crow in build and flight. Thursday, april 23, 2020 ballet, mccaw hall, pacific northwest, seattle, the nutcracker, travel, usa, washington state its been a week since i arrived in seattle. She taught multiple productions of the nutcracker, and became enamored of nutcrackers. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there. Its the ultimate holiday theatrical production in seattle and its a big deal. The nutcracker seattle tickets the pacific northwest ballet. Pacific northwest ballets the nutcracker mccaw hall, seattle, wa.
Buy tickets online now or find out more with seattle theater. Wagner studied ballet under alexandra danilova, and subsequently became a ballet instructor. Dec 08, 2019 each nutcracker tea ticket includes a prime seat to the 1. The 11th annual festival features over 200 local dancers performing ballet, contemporary, hiphop, tap, jazz, ballroom, middle eastern, irish, chinese dance, and more. You get a lovely continental buffet breakfast and a visit from santa bring your camera. Its a lavish, genderbent love letter to the classic the nutcracker. Whether youre thinking of going to pacific northwest ballets the nutcracker for the first time, or youve been already, youre sure to pick up some great tips here, ranging from. Nov 27, 2018 before the nutcracker in seattle with kids. For the nutcracker, a little prep work can go a long way to really making the most of this family holiday event. Dec 10, 2015 each year, thousands get into the holiday spirit by attending the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker performance. Pacific northwest ballet the nutcracker mccaw hall, seattle, wa. Written in 1892, the nutcracker is a beloved part of the holiday season for many families the world over.
Donald byrds the harlem nutcracker,on the boards, seattle, wa, dec 1215 dear. When the curtain goes up on george balanchines the nutcracker, a new era for the pacific northwest ballet will rush in. We are spoiled here in seattle to have such an amazing company like pacific northwest ballet putting on such timeless productions like george balanchines the nutcracker. The pacific northwest ballets nutcracker is now the worlds most recognized and celebrated production, now in its 29th season the legendary costumes and sets are designed by maurice sendak author and illustrator of where the wild things are and the performance itself is seen by approximately 100,000 people per year. Backstage at the pacific northwest ballet nutcracker. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker.
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