By the time the run is completed on december 29th, the cast will have included scores, if not hundreds, of dancers. Septime webres the nutcracker tickets ticketmaster. I know they are having huge financial problems and mismanagement issues, but stop paying for live music and renting out the opera house if you cant even pay the. Younger children are also welcome if they are able to sit quietly for a twohour performance. Dec 03, 2010 a definite mustsee on everyones holiday list, septime webre s the nutcracker returns to the warner theatre to offer a unique twist on this family favorite. Tickets on sale for the nutcracker ballet newton daily. Kennedy center 2700 f street, nw washington, dc 20566 800 44424. Septime webres the nutcracker is running at the warner theatre through december 24. Webre has turned the washington ballet into an electric and eclectic company that both forged new paths and drew large audiences at the. Septime webres criticallyacclaimed nutcracker transports us back in time to historic d. Marking its 11th anniversary, artistic director septime webres washingtoncentric.
In somewhat of a surprise announcement, septime webre, the washington ballets dynamic artistic director for the past 17 years, said he will be leaving the company in june to focus on creating new works and directing. Under her leadership, the school grew dramatically in size and reputation. Its a visually dazzling, joyous pageant that nicely marks the holiday season. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our. In october 2000, webre led the washington ballet on an historic tour of havana, making it the first american ballet company to perform in cuba since 1960. Tickets for nutcracker at the warner tickets for nutcracker at thearc. December 4 28, 2014 the warner theatre tickets at this year, the washington ballet celebrates its 10th year of the nutcracker, which first premiered december 2004. Ballet west in willam christensens the nutcracker at. The nutcracker by the washington ballet began in 1961 and the allamerican version of the nutcracker by artistic director septime webre designed just for washington, dc premiered in 2004. Legend julie kent stages her first washington ballet nutcracker. Washington ballets septime webre to depart the georgetowner. Enter to win 2 tickets to septime webres the nutcracker. A midsummer nights dream runs one hour and 50 minutes, including one, 20minute intermission, and is recommended for all ages. They are also hitting up parents at the school for donations.
Im so proud that toledo ballets nutcracker has become a tradition for so many. The joffrey ballet recommends the nutcracker for children ages four and up. Septime webres choreography is invariably lifeaffirming, joyous and high on energy and exuberance. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our nations capital. A ballet adaption of the wizard of oz is something choreographer septime webre has. The washington ballet brings the magic of the nutcracker to service men and women and their families for military. Make the nutcracker your annual holiday tradition and share this memorable experience with those you love. Washington ballets nutcracker brings international talent to. The nutcracker at the washington ballet at the warner. It also showcases modern ballet choreographers like christopher wheeldon, hans van manen, annabelle lopez ochoa, trey mcintyre, jiri kylian, christopher bruce, edwaard liang, choo san goh, and elaine kudo in its variety of productions.
The nutcracker plays through december 27, 2015 at the warner theatre 5 th street, in washington, dc. Buy septime webres the nutcracker tickets from the official ticketmaster. Septime webres version of the timeless ballet is set in the wintry, historic dc of old, where snowflakes swirl through the air, king george iii is cast. Choreographers dream breaks records for the colorado ballet. Ballet west in willam christensens the nutcracker at kennedy center. A must see event is the iowa state centers presentation of the nutcracker ballet. Nov 03, 2017 a must see event is the iowa state centers presentation of the nutcracker ballet. The washington ballet performance of the nutcracker.
The nutcracker running time is approximately two hours including one intermission. Framed in the salubrious georgetown in 1882 although if we were to quibble about. For tshirts this could also include sweat marks in arm pits. Buy septime webre s the nutcracker tickets from the official ticketmaster. Search all septime webres the nutcracker events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. Goldstar also has discount on tickets for performances on select dates.
The washington ballets nutcracker tickets event dates. Twb celebrates 15 years of septime webres the nutcracker november 24december 28, split between two different theaters. The christmas tree grows and a battle ensues between a brigade of toy soldiers led by a lifesized nutcracker against the rat king and his menacing rats. Start your holiday celebrations with a scrumptious trip to the court of sweets and ballet austins spectacular annual production of the nutcracker. He along with carinne binda, his wife, managed to promote the company quite a lot. The sun also rises as part of the washington ballets the american experience series, a multiyear initiative to produce a series of ballets based on iconic american literature, art and music to further develop the companys uniquely american choreographic voice.
Nov 03, 2018 washington ballets nutcracker at warner theatre. A mixed repertory program of ballets often consists of. He jumps from the wings and he runs to clara and kisses her hand. Refreshments are available for purchase in the lobby. Legend julie kent stages her first washington ballet. One hour and 45 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission. Set in historic georgetown with historical figures and whimsical touches. Toledo ballet presents its 79 th annual production of the nutcracker with three performances on saturday, december 14, 2019 at 2 pm and 7 pm and sunday, december 15, 2019 at 2 pm at the stranahan theater, staged by lisa mayerlang, toledo ballets artistic. This is a time of year that is filled with traditionswe all have our family traditions and musical traditions. Tickets on sale for the nutcracker ballet newton daily news. Dec 14, 2017 former washington ballet artistic director septime webres fastpaced version is tailored specially. Sacramento ballet the nutcracker was introduced in 2008 and is among the top classics presented by the company. The nutcracker at the washington ballet by carolyn kelemen.
Krista also trained throughout the country at various schools and intensives including the kirov academy in washington, d. The acclaimed english national ballets captivating production returns for 2019 the nutcracker at the london coliseum, london. On the heels of benjamin millepieds startling resignation announcement last week, the washington ballet has disclosed the impending departure of septime webre. Due to some pyrotechnics and a scary sequence involving dancing rats, the nutcracker is recommended for audiences 4 and older. Septime webres nutcracker washington ballet 50 years long. Buy tickets online now or find out more with london theatreland. Framed in the salubrious georgetown in 1882 although if we were to quibble about historical accuracy. In 20, the washington ballet premieres septime webres hemingway. Webre created his takes on the great gatsby in 2010 and the sun also rises in 20. The washington ballet twb is an ensemble of professional ballet dancers based. This celebrated production is set in historic 1882 georgetown with george washington, king george iii, and other historical figures. The washington ballet presents 10 years of septime webres.
Approximately 2 hours with one 20 minute intermission. His nutcracker, the ultimate feelgood childhood fantasyworld ballet, performed for an eager christmas audience, is a fine showcase for these qualities. In fact, the show helped propel the bethesda native into an acclaimed principal dancer at new york citys american ballet theatre 1985. In 2004, the washington ballet premiered webre s the nutcracker. Nov 16, 2015 one winner will be able to choose a performance to see the washington ballet perform septime webres the nutcracker available dates. Lavish or plain, with live music or canned, the nutcracker is a ballet for and about kids. A definite mustsee on everyones holiday list, septime webres the nutcracker returns to the warner theatre to offer a unique twist on this family favorite. Please note that travel is not covered, so please only enter if you are within driving distance of the warner theater and can get yourself to the theater in december. Cinderella, the merry widow, romeo and juliet, and the nutcracker. A holiday favorite in dc is back and celebrating 15 years with 40 performances. Septime webres the nutcracker tickets septime webres. Its full of swirling snowflakes, magnificent sets and costumes and tchaikovskys beloved score.
A fulllength story ballet usually follows a narrative storyline, and tells a tale from beginning to end in a number of acts ie. Suddenly, the nutcracker is turned into a handsome prince. Webres version sets the tchaikovsky classic in 19th century washington. It may now be the most popular ballet in the world.
Septime webres the nutcracker tickets septime webres the. The nutcracker at the washington ballet by carolyn. Every year, the washington ballet showcases four significant events attracting philanthropy as well as entertainment from all over the state. A midsummer nights dream video streaming for ticket. Approximately 2 hours, with one 15minute intermission. We are thrilled to be a partner with the washington ballet, originally founded as the washington school of ballet in 1944 by legendary ballet pioneer mary day and incorporated as a professional company in 1976. Twb celebrates 15 years of septime webre s the nutcracker november 24december 28, split between two different theaters. From its vibrant sets and costumes to the impressive cast of more than 200 dancers, this colorful winter classic brings families and friends together every year to enjoy the worlds bestknown ballet. Although the original 1892 marius petipa production was not a success, pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys ballet the nutcracker began to slowly enjoy worldwide popularity after balanchine first staged his production of it in 1954. The washington ballet performs septime webres the nutcracke r through december 23, 2012 at the warner theatre 5.
Krista baker was born in santa ana, ca and began her dance training at the age of three with her mother, a former professional ballerina. Septime webres the nutcracker gets the jump on holiday cheer. Colorado ballet, septime webre, the wizard of oz denver ap a ballet adaption of the wizard of oz is something choreographer septime webre has dreamed about for a long time. Former washington ballet artistic director septime webres fastpaced version is tailored specially. The washington ballets septime webre to step down pointe.
She created the pbs syllabus, organized and directed the moves into the princeton shopping center and cranbury studios, created the conservatory program with artistic director septime webre and the trainee program with douglas martin. The washington ballet celebrates 10 years of septime webres the nutcracker. Apparently the washington ballet has yet to pay septime webre any of the royalties they owe him for using his production of the nutcracker. Ticket holders will be contacted via email to confirm their interest in receiving a private, ondemand video stream of this production, along with a digital program guide filled with complimentary multimedia. Dec 14, 2011 septime webres the nutcracker is running at the warner theatre through december 24. Septime webres the nutcracker at the warner theatre. Ron cunningham was made the artistic director of the ballet in 1988. Suddenly and briefly, ballet is in the popular culture spotlight. Washington ballets septime webre to step down in june. Among the holiday seasons many happy tidings is the arrival of the washington ballets annual production of the nutcracker, staged to beautiful perfection in the gilded loveliness of warner theatre. Kent is a nutcracker mom this year for the first time. Today, with artistic director septime webre as the leader, the washington ballet continues to follow and maintain its name among the most famous ballet companies in america.
As the rat king nears victory, clara distracts him, enabling the nutcracker to kill him. Join us again with family and friends or start a new. Septime webre, who created this version of the holiday ballet in 2004 while serving as the washington ballets artistic director, is a masterful choreographer of children. Dec 14, 2016 this is far from kents first nutcracker rodeo. The longest running annual production in the nation published friday, october 25, 2019 9. Toledo ballet announces lead roles for 79th annual nutcracker.
From its vibrant sets and costumes to the impressive cast of more than 200 dancers, this colorful winter classic brings families and friends together every year to enjoy the worlds bestknown. The washington ballets production of the nutcracker playing now through december 24 th at the warner theater. This celebrated production has become dcs perennial holiday favorite. Ballet west in willam christensens the nutcracker at kennedy. His washingtoncentric production of the nutcracker has been a highly popular addition to the repertoire, which the company. Dec 09, 2014 december 4 28, 2014 the warner theatre tickets at this year, the washington ballet celebrates its 10th year of the nutcracker, which first premiered december 2004. Cheap tickets to all septime webres the nutcracker shows are available on cheaptickets. In russia, choreographer alexander gorsky staged a new version of the work in 1919 that addressed. Theres such a sense of spectacle to this production, from the incredible sets and staging to the fantastic dancers and live orchestra. This sumptuous production showcases the grandeur of the washington ballets international roster of dancers and majestic tchaikovsky score. The nutcracker at the washington ballet at the warner theatre.
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