Washington ballet 75th season delivers the best of classical and contemporary works incluing the nutcracker this christmas. Go behind the scenes of washington ballet s the nutcracker more abc news stephanie ramos talks with ballet master and dancer luis torres backstage at washington s warner theatre. If you want to enjoy a holiday classic with some hometown dc flair, make sure to catch the washington ballet s the nutcracker before it flies back to fairyland for another year. Betsy ross sewing the first american flag, and frederick douglas communicating free rights. Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists.
This celebrated production is set in historic 1882 georgetown with george washington, king george iii, and other historical figures. Washington ballet presents the nutcracker ballet in. Now three years into her tenure at the washington ballet, kent and her husband, victor barbee, are preparing the company for 40 performances of the nutcracker that begin saturday. Artistic director julie kents longterm vision is to elevate the prominence of the company as worldclass ballet company in the nations capital by concurrently expanding the size of the company while broadening its repertoire. In 1993, moscow ballet toured the great russian nutcracker to washington dc, baltimore, syracuse, orlando, ft lauderdale, new haven, reading and charleston wv for the first time and to critical acclaim. The washington ballet celebrates 15 years of the nutcracker. Septime webres celebrated production is set in historic georgetown with george washington and king george iii among. Kirov academy provides preeminent ballet and classical music education for students ages 10 and above. Search performances in your state now buy tickets to see moscow ballet performances. George washington crossing the delaware to conquer the british. Best places to see ballet in the dc area cbs washington.
Find tickets to nutcracker performances in washington d. Where to see the nutcracker ballet in the washington d. A particular dc tradition these last many years has been washington ballet performing a production choreographed by. Washington ballets nutcracker brings holiday tradition. The washington ballet pays homage to a holiday tradition. Join the sugar plum fairy, clara, drosselmeyer, and all your favorite nutcracker. The washington ballet s charmingly dc version of the nutcracker is on view at the historic warner theatre november 30december 29, 2019. Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously hand. The washington ballet is pleased to announce the 2019. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our nations capital. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker washington pavilion.
Its the perennially performed ballet that defines the holiday experience for many families and provides a dependable revenue stream for many companies. It was founded in 1976 by mary day, and has been under the artistic directorship of julie kent since 2016. The russian ballet goes local thanks to a nutcracker prince in the likeness of george washington and cherry blossom set designs. The washington ballet twb was founded as the washington school of ballet in 1944 by mary day and incorporated as a professional company in 1976. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of its very dc version of the nutcracker, through december 28 at the historic warner theatre in downtown washington dc. Pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys holiday classic the nutcracker is returning to our nations capital, and tickets are now on sale for every performance. Ballet is more than just men and women dancing on their tippy toes.
The washington ballet s holiday production of tchaikovskys the nutcracker, choreographed by septime webre. Experience the holiday season in one incredible night at the nutcracker washington dc production this december, live at the warner theatre. Tchaikovskys iconic ballet has become a holiday tradition around the world, but especially in our. The organization is best known for its famous rendition of the nutcracker, which is set in washington, d. As a christmas carol is to the theatre, so is the nutcracker to the dance. The washington ballets nutcracker tickets event dates. Strathmore is a nonprofit multidisciplinary arts center and presenting organization based onehalf mile outside the capital beltway in north bethesda, maryland. C cincinnati ballet invited to perform the nutcracker at the worldrenowned kennedy center. Check out one of these best places to see ballet in the d. Our stages and studios may be dark, but the washington ballet community couldnt be more alive and full of light.
The washington ballet puts its own historical spin on the classic story of the nutcracker by adding historical figures as guests to drosselmeyers party and even. After decades of operating as an auditorium for movies, the theatre is now known as a destination not only for revitalized downtown washington, but also for national and international recording artists and the finest in theatrical, dance, and television presentations. Due to some pyrotechnics and a scary sequence involving dancing rats, the nutcracker is recommended for audiences 4 and older. Kaufman is the pulitzer prizewinning dance critic of the washington post and is the author of the art of grace. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated classic comes to life with intricate, stunning set. November 23 december 29, 2019 experience the magic of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Now reading the washington ballet pays homage to a holiday tradition in the nutcracker. Experience the magic of the washington ballet s charmingly dc the nutcracker. The washington ballet presents the nutcracker at the warner. Metropolitan ballet theatres the nutcracker is a fun family tradition that will lift your spirits this holiday season.
Join us again with family and friends or start a new holiday tradition with your loved ones. Best known for performances and events at the music center at strathmore, the organization has been presenting accessible, affordable visual and. Washington ballets nutcracker brings international talent to. Dancers leap within the mostcharmingof dc snowstorms and. Septime webres criticallyacclaimed nutcracker transports us back in time to historic d. Septime webre was artistic director for 17 years starting in 1999 and stepped down as artistic director at the conclusion of the 20152016 season. Moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker december 2, 2020 7 p.
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. The washington ballet twb is an ensemble of professional ballet dancers based in washington dc. A particular dc tradition these last many years has been washington ballet performing a production choreographed by its former artistic director. Cincinnati ballets the nutcracker debuts in washington, d. There are moments in history that are remembered forever. This month, the washington ballet s the nutcracker returns to warner theatre, marking the 16th anniversary of septime webres reimagining as a d.
Go behind the scenes of washington ballets the nutcracker. Buy the washington ballets nutcracker tickets from the official site. Washington ballet s production of the nutcracker, a beloved dc holiday tradition, has returned to the warner theatre in all its splendid glory on par with the lighting of the national christmas. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of dc s perennial favorite, septime webres the nutcracker, november 24 25 at thearc theater and november 29 december 28 at the historic. They are also hitting up parents at the school for donations. Let be your ticket source for ballet and dance shows, including washington ballet. Ring in the holidays with moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker, the. Washington it just wouldnt be christmas in washington without the nutcracker. Read this special message from artistic director, julie kent, and executive director, michael pastreich we will continue to uplift, engage, and inspire our community, from afar, via our social media channels.
The nutcracker with a twist the washington ballet puts its own historical spin on the classic story of the nutcracker by adding historical figures as guests to drosselmeyers party and even changing some of the location names and styles in the production to fit the washington dc theme. Search all the washington ballet events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. Dont miss dc s favorite holiday tradition, the washington ballet s the nutcracker. The washington ballet tickets the washington ballet. Its studios were located at 2801 connecticut avenue, nw, in washington, dc. The washington ballets the nutcracker highlights from the december 5, 20 performance at the warner theatre, washington, dc connect. Washington ballets nutcracker brings international. Washington ballet tickets washington ballet tickets since 1976, the washington ballet has been a pioneering institution in the world of american dance. Cheap tickets to all the washington ballet shows are available on cheaptickets. Without a doubt, the most exquisite dc snowstorm youll ever experience is at the washington ballet s the nutcracker. Rated a best bet for holiday entertainment in and around dc this season by dc. The washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Experience tea time prior to or after the matinee performance of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker at the historic warner theatre. This month, the washington ballets the nutcracker returns to.