Praised by the new york times as original and exciting pnbs unique production is the brilliant result of close collaboration between pnb founding artistic director and choreographer kent stowell and renowned childrens book author and illustrator. Seahawks nutcracker seahawks fans, seahawks, seattle. Pacific northwest ballet is excited to premiere the centerpiece of its 20152016 season, a sparkling new production. Northwest ballets magnificent production of george balanchines the nutcracker awakens nostalgia and is sure to inspire dreams. Pnb artistic director peter boal brought it to his seattle company in 2015, retiring a 32year old production. After 31 years, pacific northwest ballet is finally staging a new nutcracker. Pacific northwest ballet, one of the largest and most highly regarded ballet companies in the united states, was founded in 1972. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop. In seattle, this holiday show comes in naughty and nice. Pacific northwest ballets new nutcracker, designed by illustrator ian falconer with choreography by george balanchine, is brighter and lighter, with a dazzling glass star by dale chihuly. Seattle after 32 years, the curtain went up friday night on a new version of the nutcracker at pacific northwest ballet.
Check back later for updated ticket prices and tour dates. 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. Attending the nutcracker ballet is a holiday tradition. Grand rapids ballet will open the seattle tour with three performances of olivier wevers whimsical interpretation of a midsummer nights dream. Pacific northwest ballets the nutcracker seattle channel. Pacific northwest ballet pacific northwest ballets george balanchines the nutcracker production features the evermesmerizing choreography of balanchine, and lavish sets and costumes designed by ian falconer creator of the childrens book olivia the pig. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance. Pacific northwest ballet events pacific northwest ballet, one of the largest and most highly regarded ballet companies in the united states, was founded in 1972.
The nutcracker seattle tickets the pacific northwest ballet. Patricias triumphant return to the pacific northwest is the signature event of the fall. George balanchines the nutcracker tv spot 2015 youtube. Ballerina anna trofimova talks about this unique opportunity to learn from and perform with. In 2012, wevers was honored with the city of seattles mayors arts award, and in 2011, he received the princess grace choreographic fellowship. Reviewed at marion oliver mccaw hall, seattle on 28 november 2015. 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.
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. George balanchines the nutcracker pacific northwest ballet. Guide to nutcracker performances around puget sound cbs. It will be replaced in 2015 with a new version using george balanchines. Pnbs new version, however, offers a more classic nutcracker, sugar plum fairy and all. Seattle, wa 98109 seattle, wa a new holiday tradition comes to seattle. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. Nov 16, 2011 guide to nutcracker performances around puget sound. Performances typically last about two hours and includes an intermission. Kidfriendly guide to the nutcracker in seattle marcie. Guide to nutcracker performances around puget sound.
It will be replaced in 2015 with a new version using george balanchines 1954 choreography and new costumes and sets by the beloved ian falconer, author of the. Ceragioli oversees tcbs production while maestro bernard kwiram directs the tacoma city ballet orchestra. The 2014 holiday staging of the maurice sendakkent stowell nutcracker will be its last. Pnb to shelve its beloved version of nutcracker in 2015 the. Big changes are in store for the pacific northwest ballets classic version of nutcracker. Founded in 1903, the seattle symphony is one of americas leading symphony orchestras and is internationally acclaimed for its innovative programming and extensive recording history. Official website of pacific northwest ballet in seattle. Seattle for many of us, the nutcracker is a holiday tradition. Nutcracker ballet seattle, washington moscow ballet presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet. We do not have any events listed for nutcracker seattle tickets at this time. Angela stirling, courtesy of pacific northwest ballet.
Buttcracker at erickson theatre off broadway in seattle. It will be replaced in 2015 with a new version using george. Starting in 2015, pnb will perform george balanchines the nutcracker complete with new costumes and sets designed by ian falconer. Whether youre up for the big production with pacific northwest ballet, or youre more interested in the lighter variety with a jazzy nutcracker, weve got. The nutcracker seattle tickets sports tickets, concert. Staged here by pnb artistic director peter boal, judith fugate ex nycb principal and balanchine trust repetiteur and garielle whittle ex nycb, the magnificent production awakens nostalgia and is sure to inspire dreams. Pacific northwest ballet s new nutcracker, designed by illustrator ian falconer with choreography by george balanchine, is brighter and lighter, with a dazzling glass star by dale chihuly. Pnbs stowellsendak nutcracker premiered in seattle on december, 1983. I returned to the nutcracker as an adult seattle met. Pnb to shelve its beloved version of nutcracker in 2015.
The motion picture, also known as pacific northwest ballets nutcracker or simply nutcracker, is a 1986 american christmas performing arts film produced by pacific northwest ballet in association with hyperion pictures and kushnerlocke, and released theatrically by. All ages feel the spirit of the season at the great russian nutcracker through the romantic costumes and shimmering backdrops splashed with highlights of russian history. The motion picture, also known as pacific northwest ballets nutcracker or simply nutcracker, is a 1986 american christmas performing arts film produced by pacific northwest ballet in association with hyperion pictures and kushnerlocke, and released theatrically by atlantic releasing corporation. It will be replaced in 2015 with a new version using george balanchines 1954 choreography and new costumes and sets by the beloved ian falconer, author of the olivia series. The holidays are rapidly approaching and its time to break out the festivities. Pacific northwest ballets debut of george balanchines the. From before the very first performance, back in 2015, pnb looked at. Guide to nutcracker performances around puget sound cbs seattle. Dec 20, 2015 for many of us, the holidays would not be complete with the pirouette of a sugar plum fairy at the nutcracker, the most popular ballet in america, hands down. Pacific northwest ballets nutcracker, with lavish sets and costumes by maurice sendak. Balanchines the nutcracker from nyc ballet 2015 fandango. Pnb to shelve its beloved version of nutcracker in 2015 originally published february 12, 2014 at 8. Principal sponsorship support for the 2015 pacific northwest ballet premiere of george balanchines the nutcracker with.
The nutcracker seattle tickets 2020 dont miss holiday favorite the nutcracker performed by the pacific northwest ballet live at mccaw hall in seattle. Nov 28, 2018 pnb began producing this version of the nutcracker in 2015, after a 32 season run of its kent stowell and maurice sendak production. Dec 10, 2015 each year, thousands get into the holiday spirit by attending the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker performance. Sorry this video is a little late, i had an accident the day after christmas that resulted in facial surgery and couldnt be around a computer for a little w. Your ultimate guide to seattlearea holiday nutcracker performances. The stowellsendak version, with its grownup clara and nutcracker dancersthe projections of a childs dream self and her handsome princeoffered a unique story and a compelling evening of theater. Pnbs new production of george balanchine s the nutcracker premieres at seattle centers mccaw hall for 37 performances november 27 through december 28, 2015. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and.
Tickets are on sale now for moscow ballets celebrated great russian nutcracker on most cities on the 2015 north american tour. Pnb unveils seattles new, brighter nutcracker the seattle times. This fulllength show is best suited for schoolaged kids, but theatergoers of all ages. Sendaks version is unique and beautiful, and my hope was, one day, to visit seattle just to see it. Cornish preparatory dance company and students in the preparatory dance program at cornish college of the arts present their annual performance of the nutcracker. In seattle, maurice sendaks wild nutcracker reaches its final act for more than 30 years, the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker has used sets and. The pacific northwest ballets muchanticipated production of george balanchines the nutcracker opened this weekend. Kidfriendly guide to the nutcracker in seattle marcie in. Cheapest nutcracker tickets there are always great deals to be found at vivid seats. New version of the nutcracker opens at pacific northwest.
Pacific northwest ballets new nutcracker, designed by illustrator ian. Nutcracker at cornish playhouse at seattle center in. Sorry this video is a little late, i had an accident the day after christmas that resulted in facial surgery and couldnt be around a computer for a little while because it caused severe migraines. Enriching lives in the pacific northwest, considered a national treasure and acclaimed worldwide, pnb epitomizes excellence in the performing arts. There was a lot of buzz about this change and attendees have a lot of opinions about which one was better. Nov 27, 2018 but in 2015, pacific northwest ballet debuted a new version of the nutcracker in seattle featuring choreography by george balanchine and set design by ian falconer. Pnb began producing this version of the nutcracker in 2015, after a 32 season run of its kent stowell and maurice sendak production. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there.
Buttcracker,erickson theatre off broadway, seattle, wa, dec. Pacific northwest ballet is excited to premiere the centerpiece of its. Feb 12, 2014 pnb to shelve its beloved version of nutcracker in 2015. The 2014 holiday staging of the maurice sendakkent stowell nutcracker will be its last, pnb announced wednesday. Instrument petting zoos will be at the following performances. Your ultimate guide to seattlearea holiday nutcracker. Its the first new nutcracker at pnb in more than three decades, replacing a decadesold and muchbeloved production designed by maurice sendak and choreographed by kent stowell though. Though boal is excited about bringing balanchine and falconers nutcracker vision to seattle, hes anxious about. A nutty holiday at pacific northwest ballets the nutcracker. Each year, thousands get into the holiday spirit by attending the pacific northwest ballets nutcracker performance. Joshua grant as the mouse king and joh mirrill as the nutcracker in pnbs 2015 the nutcracker. Movemedia seattle, with shows on saturday and sunday, a mixed rep at the cornish playhouse in seattle, wa features works by internationally renowned. 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. In july 2005, peter boal became artistic director, succeeding kent stowell and francia russell, artistic directors since 1977.
Pnb artistic director peter boal brought it to his seattle company in 2015. This special intermission package includes a buildyourowncupcake experience with cupcake royale, swords and crowns for snapyourown pictures and coffee, tea, wine, beer and sparkling wine for adults. One of the best family friendly traditions of the season is taking the kiddos to the nutcracker. Buttcracker at erickson theatre off broadway in seattle, wa. The best places to see the nutcracker in seattle seattle.
If your family loves history the tale was first told russia in 1892 and unique storytelling as well as dancing and pageantry, this is the ballet for you. Experience the magic of the nutcracker at these lovely local. 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. View all hotels near pacific northwest ballet on tripadvisor. Giselle pite tharp liang 202021 season jewels all premiere the nutcracker romeo et juliette directors choice coppelia. Pnb offers new flavor of nutcracker seattle dances. But in 2015, pacific northwest ballet debuted a new version of the nutcracker in seattle featuring choreography by george balanchine and set design by ian falconer. 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. Originally from brussels, belgium, olivier wevers is the founder and artistic director of seattles critically acclaimed contemporary dance company whim whim. History of the nutcracker pacific northwest ballet. But as josephine cheng shows us, if youre expecting the same old holiday.
Nutcracker at cornish playhouse at seattle center in seattle. When the curtain goes up on george balanchines the nutcracker, a new era for the pacific northwest ballet will rush in. This is such a wonderful, classic performance to see during the holidays. It will be replaced in 2015 with a new version using george balanchines 1954 choreography and new costumes and sets by ian falconer. Fathom events and lincoln center present new york city ballets performance of george balanchines the nutcracker, at select cinemas, along with a behindthescenes look at the acclaimed company. Kaci aitchison headed backstage earlier this week to get a sneak. Seattle, wa 98109 seattle, wa a newold holiday tradition comes to seattle. A seattle holiday tradition since 2006, verlaine and mccanns land of the sweets.
Pnbs bestselling holiday classic is a fantastical combination of ian falconer s unique design, tchaikovskys beloved score, and the entire company in showstopping roles. Pacific northwest ballet is excited to premiere the centerpiece of its 20152016 season, a sparkling new production of. The burlesque nutcracker gives the traditional ballet a bawdy makeover. The new take combines george balanchines choreography with pnb artistic director peter boals new england childhood. Seattle loves nutcracker, the ballet that adds coffee to balanchine, the. Pacific northwest ballet seattle 2020 all you need to.
For many of us, the holidays would not be complete with the pirouette of a sugar plum fairy at the nutcracker, the most popular ballet in america, hands down. Balanchines the nutcracker from nyc ballet 2015 synopsis. If you are wanting to go and see the nutcracker here in the northwest, there are a few really great deals on tickets available right now. Seahawks nutcracker seahawks fans, seahawks, seattle seahawks. Tacoma city ballet this enchanting production expands upon the original nutcracker to also include the tale of the hard nut, a story about how a princess breaks the spell of the curse of ugliness cast by the evil mouse queen. Jan 07, 2016 sorry this video is a little late, i had an accident the day after christmas that resulted in facial surgery and couldnt be around a computer for a little while because it caused severe migraines. Seattle city nutcracker, a production of dass dance. Aug 25, 2015 seattle, wa 98109 seattle, wa a newold holiday tradition comes to seattle.
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