The nutcracker ballet is based on the story the nutcracker and the king of mice written by e. The company emphasizes serious training for the preprofessional dancer. 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. We know many people are suffering not only because of covid19 but also with financial. 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. Check out alabama youth ballet theatres online portal. Celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballets the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition. Alabama youth ballet theatre is a nonprofit performing ballet company associated with the. The intensive ballet program is a program of study designed to take students of classical ballet from a foundation level of technique, artistry, and etiquette to a preprofessional level, leading to a college dance program or career in dance. Dec 01, 2019 celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballets the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition. The alabama ballet promotes the development of classical and contemporary ballet through high quality.
Mobile ballet and other local arts organizations need the continued support of our communities and patrons more than ever, as the effects of the current crisis continue to expand. The official ballet company and school of montgomery, al. Montgomery ballet the official ballet company and school of. Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes bring the christmas spirit to life. Eacb has performed the nutcracker annually since 1995, first as auburn community ballet and then later as auburn ballet and lynnterra ballet. 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. East alabama community ballet is the areas only community ballet company. With that heritage as mobiles legacy studio, our ballet school is home to the regions foremost training in classical ballet and more. Community ballet association, huntsville ballet company and school take the threat. My threeyearold spent half the time inspired to dance in the aisle. Mandy mcdaniel marketing and public relations director 205. Although what is seen on the stage today is different in detail from the original story, the basic plot remains the same the story of a young german girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince and a fierce battle against a mouse king with. Alabama youth ballet theatre is using for its online ticketing solution. Under the artistic direction of tracey alvey, the company has achieved national promi.
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 nutcracker with alabama symphony orchestra, leslie fillmer, conductor friday wright center, samford university repeats today dec. Seadac maintains a core company of approximately 30 dancers and provides three local performances each year as well as performances and lecture demonstrations to. 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. Alabama ballet performer amanda neece lets school children from across the area ask questions during intermission of the nutcracker ballet in anniston.
The nutcracker by birmingham ballet at the alabama theatre in. Montgomery ballet presents the 42nd annual performance of. Ballet blends classic nutcracker with historic montgomery. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in alabama. Since then, this outstanding artistic entity has provided more than 7 years of community enrichment by offering the utmost level of dance education for its students. During these four hours, the children will also have a story time where they can learn the story of ballets such as the nutcracker, swan lake, don quixote, the. Celebrate the holidays with birmingham ballet s the nutcracker a magic city holiday tradition.
The alabama ballet will be performing balanchines the nutcracker at the wright center on dec. Since first comng to birmingham in 1969, i have always enjoyed attending and recently in seeing wonderful new improvements. Home about registration info classes pay tuition online contact nutcracker portal aybt website important notice. Birmingham, althe alabama ballet is holding auditions for community cast roles on tuesday. Nov 29, 2019 birmingham ballet has a reputation of excellence for dance training and performances. Alabama youth ballets the nutcracker is a production. Alabama ballet birmingham 2020 all you need to know. Apr 04, 2010 welcome to east alabama community ballet. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. We are located in alabamas capital of dreams at the armory learning arts center. Please consider making a donation to mobile ballet if you are in a position to do so a gift of any size makes a meaningful impact, and your support is deeply. East alabama community ballet is a unique serviceoriented youth ballet company serving the greater east alabama community. George balachines the nutcracker friday wright center, samford university repeats dec. The annual performance of the nutcracker by the alabama ballet for area 3rd graders at the anniston preforming arts center.
M obile ballet has been the common barre for generations of dancers. Alabama youth ballet theatre is the nonprofit performing company of alabama youth ballet. 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. The nutcracker with alabama symphony orchestra, leslie fillmer, conductor friday wright center, samford university repeats today. We are a group of parents working to support funding for projects at alabama youth ballet theatre, a nonprofit performing ballet company. The alabama ballet is the states premiere professional ballet company. Alabama ballet presents the nutcracker the samford crimson.
Our commitment has always been to provide superior dance education, present quality performances, and promote the ballet to the community as an expression of the human spirit. 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. Southeast alabama dance company seadac is a nonprofit dance organization based in dothan, alabama. First of all keren and i hope you all are staying safe and healthy.
Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes bring the christmas spirit to. 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 and there are a few additional roles for young performers. Montgomery ballet presents the 42nd annual performance of the. Alabama youth ballets the nutcracker is a production for. 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. This year, we present three performances of the classic christmas ballet at telfair peet theatre on the campus of auburn university. Dear huntsville ballet company community, i regret to inform you that due to the covid19 virus and the alabama state of emergency, huntsville ballet company has no choice but to cancel our production of peter pan originally scheduled for april 1719, 2020 at the mark c smith concert hall.
Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. Birmingham, al the alabama ballet is holding auditions for community cast roles on tuesday, september 15, 2015. Alabama ballet presents george balanchines the nutcracker alabama ballet, the states premier, professional ballet company, presents the holiday classic george balanchines the nutcracker. The acdt performing company is a leveled intensive ballet program. Auditions for our 2020 summer intensive will be held on march 14 at montgomery ballet. Birmingham ballet presents the nutcracker and the muttcracker at the alabama theatre and sleeping beauty at the samford university wright center.
Alabama ballet 2726 1st avenue south birmingham, al 35223 contact. We are located in alabama s capital of dreams at the armory learning arts center. Southeast alabama dance company dance training and. 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. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Since 1995, the east alabama community ballet has brought the magic of the nutcracker to the auburnopelika area.
The alabama youth ballet company alabamas premiere. 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. Birmingham ballet is an alabama ballet company in birmingham, alabama that has a reputation of excellence in dance training and performances. 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. Set in the 1850s in huntsville, alabama, our production of the nutcracker has a traditional feel thanks to the huntsville history sets and elaborate antebellumstyle costumes. Alabama ballet presents george balanchines the nutcracker. Adt is an award winning, regional ballet company with an eclectic repertoire. The alabama ballet promotes the development of classical and contemporary ballet through high quality performances. Alabama ballet announces community cast auditions for george balanchines the nutcracker. 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. The fourth annual the great montgomery nutcracker from alabama river region ballet will be presented this weekend at troy universitys davis theatre in montgomery.
Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian 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. Dont miss the chance to celebrate this festive season with balanchines nutcracker. Although what is seen on the stage today is different in detail from the original story, the basic plot remains the samethe story of a young german girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince and a fierce battle against a mouse king with. Ballerina anna trofimova talks about this unique opportunity to learn from and perform with. In 2018, we have funded the mary ann peterson memorial costume fund scholarships community outreach the dance connection. Smith concert hall set in the 1850s in huntsville, alabama, our production of the nutcracker has a traditional feel thanks to the huntsville history sets and elaborate antebellumstyle costumes.
Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists. Alabama ballet the nutcracker at the wright center, birmingham, al. Birmingham ballet has a reputation of excellence for dance training and performances. Set in the ambiance of the historic alabama theatre this. The alabama ballet is a 501c 3 notforprofit organization.