Conducted by koen kessels and performed by the royal ballet of london, this production features miyako yoshida as the sugar plum fairy, ricardo cervera as the nephew nutcracker, steven mcrae as the prince, iohna loots as clara, and gary avis as drosselmeyer. Join us for this holiday event and you will enjoy a night of specialty cocktails, fabulous hors doeuvres, music, and more. San francisco youth ballets 19th annual nutcracker. Nutcracker story has unfolded in animated films disneys fantasia, and tv. We offer youth and open dropin ballet training for children and adults. She was a student at san francisco ballet school from 1989 2000 where she was a recipient of the rosalie hellman merit award for outstanding achievement. A fresh take on the beloved story of clara and the nutcracker, this charming ballet is set in san jose in 1905. New ballet s programs are made possible in part by an operating grant from the city of san jose office of cultural affairs new ballet is a 501c3 not for profit corporation. Clad in a layette borrowed from american ballet theatre which as creative partner has provided, for a fee, steady infusions of help via artistic advisor wes chapman, since the great coup of 2011 that ousted ballet san jose cofounder dennis nahat. Nov 29, 2012 the san jose area is flush with events for the holidays. Margaret gill 1940 2020 we are saddened by the recent loss of longtime trustee margaret gill, who passed away april 17 at age 80.
David rejoined jose mateos ballet theatre in the fall of 2012, where he. Dec 06, 2012 my sixyearold daughter and i will find ourselves at san joses mexican heritage plaza this saturday to see the san jose youth ballet production. Her career has spanned many aspects of the entertainment industry. Brimming with bravura dancing and just the right amount of gingerbread to put even ebenezer scrooge in the holiday spirit, this is the traditional nutcracker to see. This visually stunning, allnew production of nutcracker, choreographed by helgi tomasson artistic director of the san francisco ballet is a graceful and timeless adventure on a grand scale. Ballet america nutcracker clara follows her nutcracker prince through various candyladen lands. The nutcracker ballet san jose california nutcracker ballets. San francisco ballets founder william christensen led the pack ten years. Southern california nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. The san diego civic youth ballet presents the nutcracker. The nutcracker ballet was first presented 123 years ago at the mariinsky theatre in st. The bay is full of holiday theatre happenings bay area plays.
If you have a particular child or organization to which you would like us to sponsor a child from, this can be arranged. Another thing the location gives new ballet which has produced a variety of programs including the annual san jose nutcracker is a fresh start a home to call its own without the. See more ideas about nutcracker, nutcracker ballet, nutcracker costumes. It hosts major performances from broadway san jose and other organizations. No part of these pages, either text or image may be used for any purpose other than personal use.
For over 54 years, open auditions have been held for san francisco bay area students to take part in this iconic production. Buy ballet san jose silicon valley tickets from the official site. Where to watch nutcracker in the bay area datebook. This beautiful theatre, originally built in 1927 and renovated and upgraded from 20012004, marries the opulence of its. Witness the epic battle between toy soldiers and mice before away to an enchanted land of falling snow, waltzing. The san jose area is flush with events for the holidays the. San jose center for the performing arts, 255 almaden blvd, san jose. San jose dance theatre is proud to present the 54 th production of the nutcracker, a bay area family tradition since 1966.
Girl scouts workshop san jose dance theatre ballet. She has been a dance instructor and choreographer for the hanover theatres youth. Squires in the music man at the fireside theatre in wisconsin, consuela in west side story at barrow street theatre in nyc, lulu in cabaret at theatre on san pedro square in california, and was a member of the ensemble in on the 20th century at amt in san jose, ca. Sweeping changes at ballet san jose the mercury news. Its ok to love the nutcracker it really is the artery wbur.
San jose cleveland ballet dances dennis nahats version of tchaikovskys ballet through sunday at the san jose center for the performing arts. Founded in 2003 by highly respected and internationally recognized dancers xavier ferla and maggie parungao ferla. Like a dancer careening wildly to the edge of the stage, ballet san jose, one of the most respected arts institutions in silicon valley, was on the brink of chaos last year. California nutcracker ballet events information, dates. Ballerina anna trofimova talks about this unique opportunity to learn from and perform with. Mystery surrounds a noted ballet companys plans for 2012 and. Madeleine bonn was born in san francisco, california. The san jose ballet school caters to students of all ages, levels and backgrounds. San jose youth ballet nutcrackerfor the first time, san jose will be treated to not one, but two weekends. The longest running san jose nutcracker ballet produced by san jose dance theatre presents this family holiday classic in san jose center for the.
The scenic design by michael yeargan, setting the tale at the time of the 1915 san francisco world fair, is sensational. San francisco ballet auxiliary invites you to an exciting night celebrating the 75th anniversary of san francisco ballet s nutcracker. This holiday season, experience moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere. Jan 06, 2012 ballet san jose would have access to the bigger companys teaching curriculum, coaches, sets, costumes and more. All ticket purchases, both online and inperson, are final. Srvda alumni san ramon valley dance academy ballet jazz.
Performances include the nutcracker, a san francisco bay area and silicon valley family tradition since 1966. The nutcracker ballet is the most recognized event the san jose ballet produces, and with good reason. Big trouble at ballet san jose san francisco classical voice. Under the direction of artistic directors xavier and maggie ferla, sjyb is performing their 10 th production of the ballet. Mccune attended summer programs at the raleigh school of ballet, miami city ballet, and the school of american ballet, and won a silver medal at the youth american grand prix finals in 2012. Destinee performing as the snow fair in the nutcracker san jose youth ballet. For more information, please contact janet vertin via phone or email. One visit to the nutcracker ballet may have such an impact on a child, providing a new visiondream into their precious lives.
California nutcracker ballet productions number well over 50 with most companies producing a minimum of two shows. Ferla founded dance theatre internationals nonprofit performance and outreach company, the san jose youth ballet. So each year i make it a tradition to round up the top nutcracker ballet discount ticket offers for as many performances as i can find in california. The theatre serves the citys community and san jose state university through highquality programming including music, theatre, educational lectures and other performing arts expressive of the unique characteristics and diverse cultures that comprise silicon valley. The company was founded in 1985 as the san jose cleveland ballet, a coventure with the tenyearold cleveland ballet which offered to the dancers added performing exposure, and each city a ballet company for a moderate, shared investment. She was a student at san francisco ballet school from 1989 2000 where she was a. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in san jose. The boston ballet performs the nutcracker at the boston opera. From there they joined the cast of the prebroadway tour of dirty dancing where haley performed in the ensemble and as the lead character, penny.
Need i mention that theres a 2012 computer game from bigfish games as well. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or calling 408 7924111. Oct 25, 2016 ferla ballet school student, phallyn navarro, performing as sugar plum fairy in san jose youth ballets production of the nutcracker. A youth summer semester of classes pre ballet through level 6 will occur after the san jose dance theatre summer intensive in july and august. Professional ballet company and ballet school in san jose. The 2011 movie black swan heightened interest in dance and may have. Brimming with bravura dancing and just the right amount of gingerbread to put even ebenezer scrooge in the holiday spirit, this is the traditional. After dancing as a guest artist with american ballet theatre during their 2006 metropolitan opera house season, haley danced for two seasons with ballet san jose, where she met her husband, easton. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Fed lion dance at the san jose youth ballet s nutracker 2014 duration.
San jose dance theatre nutcracker clara mends her broken nutcracker prince. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area. The nutcracker san jose dance theatre ballet school. Ballet san jose silicon valley tickets event dates. The original san jose nutcracker produced by san jose dance theatre, is unique in that it provides young dancers the opportunity to perform with live orchestra in a theater that hosts professional touring companies and is led by artistic director, linda hurkmans.
Our focus is bringing classical ballet performances. It regularly hosts performances of opera san jose, symphony silicon valley and more. Generally each year the ballet san jose company also offers a public invitation to attend a fundraising gala which is an opening night fundraising event. We offer exemplary classical ballet training where classes are tailored to the needs of the varied student base. She was the director of dance at the performing arts school of worcester. Dec 07, 2012 a new nutcracker was born friday at ballet san jose. The california theatre in san jose, ca is managed and operated by san jose theaters, a division of team san jose. The nutcracker tv movie 1985 imdb pnbs nutcracker trailer youtube. As part of our mission to increase accessibility to the arts, we also offer some of the lowest tuition rates in the city. See more ideas about ballet, dance and ballet beautiful.
Ballet san jose nutcracker watch as clara searches for her beloved nutcracker in this performance by ballet san jose. Symphony silicon valley presents the ballet stars of moscow company direct from russia, featuring ballet stars oksana bondareva and andrei bolotin 408. Leadership during global crisis danceusa interviews kelly tweeddale, executive director of san francisco ballet. San jose dance theatre provides private coaching of level 4, 5 and 6 students. San jose s original ballet company celebrating 54 years of dance training the next generation. San diego civic youth ballet holds over 50 classes weekly in our casa del prado studios. Perfect entertainment for the whole family, this magical and enchanting ballet will delight all. San diegos historic ballet school with ballet classes for children through adults in san diegos beautiful balboa park. Photo by john gerbetzas ballet san jose prepares for its annual nutcracker.
Mar 08, 2016 the company was founded in 1986 as a twocity venture, the san jose cleveland ballet. The costumes, stage sets, special effects, lighting and caliber of talent are the best. San francisco youth ballets the nutcracker san francisco tickets. Peter tchaikovsky, the famous russian composer, was commissioned by mastermind choreographer marius petipa to compose the nutcracker ballet, score based on alexandre dumass adaptation of e. Clara e il principe eric barbie nutcracker, nutcracker movie. She also studied at the royal ballet of london, boston ballet, central pennsylvania youth ballet, and alonzo kings lines ballet. San francisco ballet nutcracker heather desaulniers. Published from danceusas from the green room read more in memoriam. In january 2012, nahat was ousted and john fry in a letter prepared by his newly appointed executive director. Our leading school offers youth and open dropin ballet training for children and adults. Founded in 1945, san diego civic youth ballet has been the resident classical ballet school in balboa park for over 70 years offering affordable, yearround, highquality classes and productions for dancers ages 4 to adult in the beautiful casa del prado.
Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there. Overview the center for the performing arts in san jose, california is managed and operated by san jose theaters, a division of team san jose. Description camera 3 cinemas is thrilled to present a high definition screening of the holiday classic, the nutcracker. Arizona youth ballet fosters and encourages a bullyfree environment and works with all dancers and families to maintain a positive learning and performing experience. Oakland ballet s nutcracker features classic characters, sparkling costumes and the oakland symphony orchestra in the glamorous paramount theatre. Hear what she has to say about your favorite dancers and companies. Ballet san jose presented only the nutcracker last fall. Santa clara ballet nutcracker performed by local dancers and guests brook broughton and andre reyes. San diego civic youth ballet is a 501c3 nonprofit organization and has been the resident classical ballet school in balboa park since 1945. Being slightly surprised by some recent musings on the san francisco ballets current nutcracker, i want to state for the record that helgi tomassons version of the christmas tale is not just good, its transcendent. Dec, 2008 on the way to ballet san jose s performance at the san jose center for the performing arts on thursday night, a young man bantered with his female companion about being dragged to the nutcracker. Click here to view the class and tuition schedule for the fall 20192020 semester. Progressing ballet technique supply kits now available at our front desk. Arizona youth ballet arizona youth ballet provides young.
Ferla ballet school student, phallyn navarro, performing as sugar plum fairy in san jose youth ballet s production of the nutcracker. The peninsula youth ballet will be presenting the holiday classic, the nutcracker, with performances held on november 28th and 29th and december 650. Take a journey to the magical land of sweets with clara and her nutcracker prince. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials on these pages are ed by san diego civic youth ballet. Through dedicated, highly regarded faculty, outstanding supporters and amazing dancers, we strive to be the premier youth dance company in the southwest.
San jose dance theatre invites the girl scouts, their families, and friends to the 54 th production of the nutcracker please join us as we celebrate 54 years of magic. Nutcracker ballet 2019 discounts tickets available now from trusted california ticket sources. Built in 1972 by the frank lloyd wright foundation, it offers large windows throughout the entryways, providing plenty of natural light and spectacular views of downtown san jose. On the way to ballet san jose s performance at the san jose center for the performing arts on thursday night, a young man bantered with his female companion about being dragged to the nutcracker. We offer private ballet lessons to select level 4, 5 and 6 students to prepare them for competitions, such as youth america grand prix yagp and world ballet grand prix wbgp. Stay up to date on announcements and special events and enjoy a few surprises as well. Changes are afoot at ballet san jose, but a graceful transition still eludes the embattled company, which has delayed its spring season announcement, shortened its nutcracker. San jose dance theatre ballet school and performing company.
Ballet san jose was a ballet company based in san jose, california, us, operating from 1985. Featuring special guests of the australian ballets halaina sydney city youth ballets nutcracker 2012 on vimeo. Taking the whole family out to the ballet can take a bite out of your christmas shopping budget. There are no refunds, credits, or exchanges, even for tickets purchased for the incorrect show time or date. Under maestro tatsuya shimono, two powerful symphonies bring ssvs season to a close. It was affiliated with new yorks famed american ballet theatre in 2012 but has faced many obstacles in. The dazzling 2009 nutcracker san mateo performing arts center 2. Dancers of all backgrounds are invited to take a class. Follow symphony silicon valley on all your favorite social media platforms. In 2000, the cleveland ballet ceased operations, and over half the dancers, the headquarters, and artistic directorchoreographer dennis nahat. Ferla founded dance theatre internationals nonprofit performance and outreach company, the san jose youth ballet, with a vision to share, educate, and enrich our community in the fine art culture of classical ballet and.
Ballet san jose in agreement with american ballet theater. You can easily go nuts for this classic holiday ballet based on the novel by german author ernst theodor amadeus e. There are no refunds, credits, or exchanges, even for. Silicon valley ballet shutdown the writing was on the wall. This production is part of the first season of silicon valley ballet, formerly known as ballet san jose.