The original cast included ballet students, just as the washington ballet and the washington school of ballet does today. Our production is a spectacle of worldrenowned talent and exquisite handmade costumes and sets. The two act ballet is set to tchaikovskys famous score, and has been performed by professional ballet companies across the world for over 100 years. As the ballet company of the nations capital, the washington ballet reflects the diversity of the community and the nation through its professional dancers, highcaliber school, and its repertoire. The washington ballet announces special performances for the. The willard intercontinental hotel, 1401 pennsylvania ave nw. The nutcracker tea party the washington ballet kids out. Announcing special performance dates the nutcracker family day, military appreciation night and nutcracker tea join the washington ballet twb for special performances of the nutcracker, performed at the historic warner theatre, december 327, and at thearc theater in southeast dc, november 2829. Shigeko bork,timothy bork, washington ballet s nutcracker tea,december 11,2011,kyle samperton. Tickets include admission to the washington ballet s performance at warner theatre. Nutcracker sweet a simple blend of fine black teas made festive with creamy, nutty vanilla flavor and a pinch of cinnamon.
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. Ibts the nutcracker is more than a simple ballet production. After a dazzling spectacle onstage at the warner theatre, some of washington s young theatregoers with parents in tow delighted in seeing costumed characters from the nutcracker up close at a cheery tea party held in the willard intercontinental. Sunday, december 8, 2019, 11am and 3pm seating includes tickets to the 1pm nutcracker performance the willard hotel a quintessential washington, dc holiday tradition, the nutcracker tea party is filled with family fun and seasonal merriment. Petersburg, has entertained generations for over a century. Dec 08, 2019 experience tea time prior to or after the matinee performance of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker at the historic warner theatre. Artistic director septime webres allamerican version was first performed in 2004. Years later, alexander dumas rewrote the story, making it happier and more fun for kids to read. Hoffmanns story the nutcracker and the mouse king although the original production was not a. The washington ballet, special events internship arts. After the alwaysspectacular performance of the nutcracker by the washington ballet, guests and their children enjoyed tea and sweets at the willard intercontinental hotel. On the next page, you can view a custom seating chart and filter ticket prices for tickets for the nutcracker. Washington ballet presents the nutcracker, with more than 40 performances through dec. In 1891 pytor ilyich tchaikovsky was commissioned to write the music for a new ballet based on the stories by the st.
Dancers are invited to audition to study with the washington school of ballet in the heart of the nations capital during our 2020 summer intensive. At the elegant ritzcarlton, pentagon city ballroom, guests enjoy a delicious high tea followed by a miniperformance of the nutcracker by balletnova. Nov, 2018 the chinese tea scene in new york city ballets production of george balanchines the nutcracker has modified choreography, costumes and makeup. After a dazzling spectacle onstage at the warner theatre, some of washingtons young theatregoers with parents in tow delighted in seeing costumed characters from the nutcracker up close at a cheery tea party held in the willard intercontinental hotel. Photo by the washington ballet s official facebook page. Yellowstone ballet company montana classical ballet since. Each year, balletnova brings the magic of the nutcracker to the northern virginia community by offering a variety of ways to experience the celebrated tradition. The washington ballet tickets the washington ballet. The nutcracker was first mounted by the washington ballet in 1961. Dec 08, 2015 arlington, va balletnova presents a very special holiday event, the nutcracker tea at the ritzcarlton, pentagon city 1250 s hayes st, arlington, va 22202 on sunday, dec. Photo by the washington ballets official facebook page. It is an incredibly difficult thing to create something that is both classic and unique, but that is exactly what the washington ballet has done with their annual version of the iconic holiday ballet the nutcracker. Ybc is supported by donations, grants, ticket sales and the hard work of many volunteers. Xiomara reyes, head of twsb, performed as a soloist and principal dancer with american ballet theatre for 14 years before retiring from the stage in 2015.
Over 500 guests enjoyed an elegant formal tea service and a land of sweets that featured delectable holiday delights by fluffness, sugar and ice, and dolci gelati. Artistic director julie kent has introduced defining works by globally recognized choreographers, all while embracing the work of emerging. Feb 08, 2018 presenting the winter candy landy kirova ballet academy the nutcracker chinese dance teacher. Washington ballets nutcracker tea washington life magazine.
The russian ballet goes local thanks to a nutcracker prince in the likeness of george washington and cherry blossom set designs. The washington ballet pays homage to a holiday tradition. Washington ballet nutcracker tea by editorial february 9, 2010. Expand your holiday tradition and join us for the longest running nutcracker on the peninsula. Janna kirova kirova ballet academy students miss kirova was born in russia and educated at the world. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our. 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. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this charmingly washington, d.
Become a season ticket holder the washington ballet. The nutcracker tea price does not include admission to the ballet. Nutcracker tea is sun, dec 9 immediately following the performance and requires a separate ticket sold via our special events department. The nutcracker was originally based on the story of the nutcracker and the mouse, written by german author e. Search all the washington ballet events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. Tickets include admission to the washington ballets performance at warner theatre. Join your favorite nutcracker characters for a magical morning or afternoon tea party at the grand willard intercontinental hotel on december 8.
This timeless holiday classic, first presented in 1892 in st. The nutcracker was not performed outside of russia until 1934, when nicholas sergeyev staged it at the sadlers wells theatre in england. Home northwest dance theatre, dance, ballet, jazz, portland, or. The nutcracker tea party at the willard intercontinental hotel sunday, december 8, 2019 at 11. For those who love swan lake, the nutcracker, ballet and classical dancing or tapdancing, youre not forgotten. The washington ballet presents 10 years of septime webres. The washington ballets nutcracker tea party at the willard intercontinental hotel in washington, dc.
The washington ballet nutcracker tea party a sellout. Steeped in 200 years of history, the iconic willard intercontinental washington, d. Dc classic production of the nutcracker returns this. The washington ballet s beloved production of the nutcracker returns to thearc theater november 2324 and at the historic warner theatre november 30december 29, 2019. Finding an ideal hotel in eschsuralzette does not have to be difficult. Two people i adore coupled with one of my favorite events of the season. Each nutcracker tea ticket includes a prime seat to the 1. Join your favorite nutcracker characters for a magical morning or afternoon tea party. Dec 15, 2019 nutcracker tea come dressed in your holiday best for a very special treat. Nov 10, 2019 nutcracker tea 2019 with great excitement we announce the nutcracker tea 2019. The washington ballet s twb annual nutcracker tea party was held at the national museum of women in the arts on sunday, december 10, 2017. Nutcracker matinee peninsula dance theatre is once again performing the very popular 60minute nutcracker specially designed for kitsap countys school aged children. Dec 06, 2015 the washington ballet s nutcracker is set in historic georgetown and features historical figures. Experience tea time prior to or after the matinee performance of the washington ballet s charminglydc the nutcracker at the historic warner theatre.
The nutcracker tea party the washington ballet kids. Theres a wide variety of options for shows in luxembourg. Work behind the scenes in special events at the washington ballet. The washington ballet is a registered 501c3 organization. The chinese tea scene in new york city ballet s production of george balanchines the nutcracker has modified choreography, costumes and makeup. Washington ballet nutcracker tea 2011 washingtonlife. Proceeds from the nutcracker tea party support the education and community engagement programs of the washington school of ballet, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Olga jaeckel and hanane lemlih all tea ticket holders will attend the nutcracker matinee performance at 1.
Dec 10, 2016 these enchanting childrens events feature a sitdown tea, cakes, cookies and lots of surprises including appearances by the lead characters themselves. The tea party followed the 1 pm performance of the nutcracker at the warner theatre, twbs iconic production of this classic holiday ballet. The experience includes an elegant tea with white glove service at the historic willard intercontinental hotel, handson activities for youth and the rare opportunity to pose for photographs with members of the nutcracker cast. Event attendees included trustees from the washington ballet and the national museum of women in the arts as well as lesli foster of wusa9 and corporate sponsors citycenterdc, david yurman, national retail federation and chanel. Meeting the fantastical cast and snapping pictures with the soughtafter sugar plum fairies. The washington ballet celebrates 15 years of the nutcracker. The experience includes an elegant tea with white glove. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of its verydc version of the nutcracker, through december 28 at the historic warner theatre in downtown washington dc. As our live orchestral music begins, prepare yourself to enter a mesmerizing adventure, as young clara and a handsome prince defeat enemies, emerge through dancing snowflakes and ethereal. Experience tea time prior to or after the matinee performance of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker at the majestic and. A timeless classic, the nutcracker, is an enchanting ballet that delights millions around the world every year. Yellowstone ballet company montana classical ballet. Balletnova presents the nutcracker tea at ritzcarlton. At the elegant ritzcarlton, pentagon city ballroom, guests enjoy a delicious high tea followed by a miniperformance of the nutcracker by balletnova there is also a special craft for the kids, a raffle drawing to win a nutcracker and many more prizes, an opportunity to meet the dancers and characters from the.
You can sort tickets to the nutcracker by date, city, or time of day to find the best show for you. Our stages and studios may be dark, but the washington ballet community couldnt be more alive and full of light. Cheap tickets to all the washington ballet shows are available on cheaptickets. The official washington life magazine smugmug photo gallery. Petersburg opera, but he was initially unhappy with the. Kirova ballet academy the nutcracker chinese dance. Indulge in petite cakes and cucumber sandwiches while you cozy up to the cast of the nutcracker. The washington ballet nutcracker tea party a sellout success. Theo kossenasmedia4artistscourtesy of the washington ballet set to pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky s famous musical score, the production will feature more than 100 dancers in period costumes over its 40 performances this season. Join your favorite nutcracker characters for a magical morning or afternoon tea party at the grand willard intercontinental hotel on december 8, 2019. The nutcracker november 2122, 2020 at thearc theater november 28december 27, 2020 at the warner theatre. Nwdt is committed to making dance accessible for all by providing quality productions at affordable ticket rates, while creating opportunities for young emerging artists to share the gift of dance and the performing arts with the community through outreach and educational programs.
All photos are uploaded by our professional team of photographers and available for purchase. Toning down asian stereotypes to make the nutcracker fit. It is an event of enchantment and wonder that not only brings the whole family together but imbues the heart of each audience member with the magic of christmas. The real hit of the special afternoon for the kids. Washington ballet s nutcracker tea,december 11,2011,kyle samperton. The washington ballets nutcracker tickets event dates. The washington ballet pays homage to a holiday tradition in. Experience tea time prior to or after the matinee performance of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker at the historic warner theatre. The nutcracker bellevue events, happenings, attractions.
Due to covid19 pandemic, all balletnova classes are suspended until further notice. Named after the world s favorite ballet, the nutcracker, this delightful tea perfectly captures the magic of the season. Yellowstone ballet company is a classical montana ballet company founded by kathleen rakela who began teaching ballet in livingston in 1987 and incorporated the nonprofit performing company in 1990 to give area dancers performance opportunities. Nutcracker tea come dressed in your holiday best for a very special treat. I would prefer the nutcracker sun, dec 2, 1pm matinee as part of my family series subscription. You will be contacted with information about the tea and how to purchase tickets.
The perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities with a delightful afternoon in a charming new venue. For members of washington s youngest theatergoing set, it was just a hop from the national theatre and the washington ballet s nutcracker to the willard intercontinental hotel for a special tea party. Use the price filter tools at the top of the page to narrow down the nutcracker tickets 2018 by quantity, price, section, or row. Jun 12, 2017 work behind the scenes in special events at the washington ballet.
Join clara, the sugar plum fairy and her court at the nutcracker tea party for a memorable affair. The nutcracker tea party the washington ballet kids out and. Join your favorite nutcracker characters for a magical morning or afternoon tea party at the grand willard intercontinental hotel. Guests and their children enjoy tea and sweets at the washington ballet nutcracker tea. Washington ballet nutcracker tea 2012 washingtonlife.