Please note 14 dec performance times have been revised and are now 1pm and 6pm. Birmingham ballets the nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama theatre. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in birmingham. Meet the 10yearold who is part of alabama ballet history. The alabama youth ballet company alabamas premiere. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Birmingham ballet s sleeping beauty, with music by tchaikovsky, is a stunning classic. Birmingham ballet is a selfsustaining community arts organization. While the choreography and costumes are more or less the same as what you would see in the new york city ballets production, the scenery is somewhat different. The nutcracker by birmingham ballet at the alabama theatre in. Alabama ballet announces community cast auditions for george balanchines the nutcracker. Birmingham ballets sleeping beauty, with music by tchaikovsky, is a stunning classic.
Dec, 2018 alabama ballet is proud to present george balanchines the nutcracker as one of only eight companies in the world licensed by the balanchine trust to perform this holiday masterpiece. The magic city nutcracker was established in the winter of 2012 by kelly avery, stephanie thompson, angel white, and leslie dupont, dance teachers in birmingham, alabama, who have a passion for dance, philanthropy, and local arts organizations. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in alabama. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in birmingham. Celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballet s the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition. The production will debut in birmingham friday at samford universitys wright center. George balanchines the nutcracker dec 15, 2019 and dec 2022, 2019 leslie s. The alabama ballet promotes the development of classical and contemporary ballet through high quality. Birmingham royal ballets evergreen production of the nutcracker has been part of the citys christmas tradition for over 27 years and returns to birmingham hippodrome this november.
Youll be swept away to a world brimming with your favorite magical characters. Or attend our 20202021 company open auditions sunday, may 17th, 2 4 pm company auditions will be postponed to may 17th updated 0319. Tchaikovskys beloved melodies transport the young and young at heart to a magical world where mischievous mice besiege a battalion of toy soldiers and an. The alabama theatre has been the home to shows and performances ranging from movies, concerts, beauty pageants, silent films and even the mickey mouse club. Search all alabama ballet events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. The company has achieved national prominence as one of only seven companies in the world granted the right to perform george balanchines the nutcracker, and is home to the alabama ballet school, the only royal academy of dance certified school in alabama. Birmingham ballet s the nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama theatre. The alabama ballet is a 501c 3 notforprofit organization.
Tchaikovskys beloved melodies transport the young and young at heart to a magical world where mischievous mice besiege a battalion of toy soldiers, and an. The alabama ballet promotes the development of classical and contemporary ballet through high quality performances, dance education and community outreach. This captivating fairy tale is filled with exquisite costumes and vivid storytelling. Alabama ballet, formed in 1982, is the states premiere professional ballet company. Alabama ballet is proud to present george balanchines the nutcracker as one of only eight companies in the world licensed by the balanchine trust to perform this holiday masterpiece. Muttcracker auditions put on the dog at birmingham ballet.
The alabama ballet is the states premiere professional ballet company. Nutcracker ballet birmingham, alabama moscow ballet presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet. The alabama youth ballet company alabamas premiere youth. Hannah french, 10, has become the second african american to play the lead role of marie in the alabama ballets production of george balanchines the nutcracker. In its second year at the historic alabama theatre this production features elaborate costumes and sets along with the ambience of the showplace of the south all. The alabama youth ballet is a 501c3 nonprofit, dedicated to providing local dancers the opportunity to develop their talents in a professional and theatrical setting. In 1981, dancers sonia arova and thor sutowski decided to start a bona fide ballet company in the state and created alabama ballet. Birmingham ballets the nutcracker and the muttcracker.
Birmingham, althe alabama ballet is holding auditions for community cast roles on tuesday. Dec 01, 2019 celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballets the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition. Prior to the establishment of alabama ballet, there were three smaller ballet companies in the state of alabama. Huntsville ballet company continues holiday tradition with the nutcracker gallery huntsville, alabama the huntsville ballet company continues its holiday tradition with their 44th annual production of the nutcracker at the mark c. As one of just eight companies licensed to present the nutcracker with george balanchines iconic choreography, the alabama ballet offers audiences a truly unique experience one you absolutely wont want to miss seeing this holiday season. Birmingham, alabama alabama ballets production of george balanchines the nutcracker will always be the same. Alabama nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Education and outreach activities include citydance, which provides 16 weeks of dance training for youth from the city of birmingham and jefferson county. The alabama theatre has been the home to shows and performances ranging from movies, concerts, beauty pageants, silent films and. The company has achieved national prominence as one of only eight ballet companies in the world permitted by the balanchine trust to perform balanchines nutcracker. Dancers from any area school or studio are invited to participate in eacb productions while continuing their classes at the studio of their choice. Mandy mcdaniel marketing and public relations director 205. Set in the ambiance of the historic alabama theatre this production features elaborate costumes and sets along with the ambience of the showplace of the south all dressed up for the holidays.
Birmingham ballet, 1129121 the alabama theatremontgomery ballet, 12115tallassee, greenville, and montgomery. Birmingham, althe alabama ballet is holding auditions for community cast roles on tuesday, september 15, 2015. Alabama ballet birmingham 2020 all you need to know. Alabama ballet at 2726 1st ave s, birmingham, al 35233.
Jul 24, 2019 the nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama theatre november 29 december 1, 2019. The alabama youth ballet is a 501c3 nonprofit, dedicated to providing local dancers the opportunit y to develop their talents in a professional and theatrical setting. Guided by balanchines choreography, alabama ballets the. My wife and i love the alabama theater, it was the perfect setting for the nutcracker ballet. Buy and sell your the nutcracker birmingham tickets today. Nov 23, 2018 for all the latest on birmingham royal ballets response to the ongoing covid19 outbreak, please visit our dedicated page for updates. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. East alabama community ballet is the areas only community ballet company. The nutcracker and the muttcracker coming to the alabama theatre november 29 december 1, 2019. If youve ever thought the nutcracker would be so much better if the dancers had four legs instead of two, the birmingham ballet is working up a fetching production for you auditions for the muttcracker were held oct. Birmingham ballet has a reputation of excellence for dance training and performances. The nutcracker birmingham tickets are on sale now at stubhub. The nutcracker by birmingham ballet at the alabama theatre. Since first comng to birmingham in 1969, i have always enjoyed attending and recently in seeing wonderful new improvements.
Under the artistic direction of wes chapman, the company has achieved national prominence as one of only six ballet companies in the world permitted by the balanchine trust to perform balanchines nutcracker. Nutcracker birmingham tickets live this holiday season. The alabama theatre has been the home to shows and performances ranging from movies, concerts, beauty. With repetition comes confidence and technical excellence. Alabama ballet presents george balanchines the nutcracker. Alabama ballet to present 35th historic season birmingham, alalabama ballets 20162017 season opens september 23. Birmingham royal ballets evergreen production of the nutcracker has been part of the citys christmas tradition since 1990 and returns to birmingham hippodrome in november 2019. The nutcracker birmingham tickets the nutcracker birmingham. Cheap tickets to all alabama ballet shows are available on cheaptickets.
Its a place where love conquers all and true loves kiss breaks the spell to awaken the. Dont miss the holiday spirit, find your favorites production near you and purchase tickets. It is simply the best there is, theatrically and choreographically. The nutcracker, birmingham ballet at alabama theatre. Tchaikovskys score will be familiar enough after being used in commercials like this insane one, cartoons, and movies that even young kids will recognize and enjoy it.
The alabama ballet compares favorably with the best ballet companies from seven other cities where i have lived the birmingham ballet has gotten even better, if that is possible. Alabama ballet 2726 1st avenue south birmingham, al 35223 contact. Apr 04, 2010 welcome to east alabama community ballet. December 20, 20 rachel hellwig alabama ballet is one of six u.
Join young clara as she is swept away into an enchanting winter wonderland. Since first comng to birmingham in 1969, i have always enjoyed attending and recently in. Nov 29, 2019 birmingham ballet has a reputation of excellence for dance training and performances. Tickets for every the nutcracker birmingham, al performance are on sale now, so you can catch the beloved holiday. The nutcracker is so beautifully presented by alabama ballet, words and explanations arent needed. Samford university wright center birmingham, alabama. In its second year at the historic alabama theatre this production features elaborate costumes and sets along with the ambience of the showplace of the south all dressed up for the holidays. Birmingham ballet presents the nutcracker and the muttcracker at the alabama theatre and sleeping beauty at the samford university wright center. For all the latest on birmingham royal ballets response to the ongoing covid19 outbreak, please visit our dedicated page for updates. Join young clara as she is swept away into an enchanting winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes and a sugar plum fairy. Alabama ballet is privileged to perform this choreography. The showplace of the south since 1927, the alabama theatre is located in the heart of downtown birmingham alabama on 3rd avenue north. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker alabama theatre.
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