Prior to the show, while you wait, they have a large lobby area and an area where. Joffrey ballet to launch reimagined nutcracker abc7. Joffrey ballet of chicago 2020 all you need to know. This christmas tradition reimagined is an homage to. A chicago christmas tradition returns ballet chicago the nutcracker at the athenaeum theater, chicago, il. The nutcracker chicago tickets the nutcracker chicago. Where to see the nutcracker in the suburbs and chicago 2019. Find the movies showing at theaters near you and buy movie tickets at fandango.
And the many believers the nutcracker student matinees sponsors. Selection from the nutcracker, performed december 1018 at the athenaeum theater, 2936 n southport, chicago, il. Ballet chicagos the nutcracker chicago tickets coming soon at. Director, ashley wheater brings a unique, inclusive perspective on dance, proudly reflecting the diversity of america with its company, audiences, and repertoire. Illinois nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Dec 08, 2017 in the great, windy city of chicago, there are endless attractions and artistfilled glories to enjoy. Buy the childrens nutcracker tickets from the official site. The nutcracker chopin theatre the house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Ballet chicagos mission is to educate and inspire young artists through the study of classical ballet, and in so doing, to lay a foundation of life skills that empowers each one to realize their full potential. Set to duke ellingtons jazzy reinvention of the tchaikovsky score, as. This ballet has grown to be a tradition, no matter which city you live in.
Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show. Chicago wls the joffrey ballet will launch a brand new version of the nutcracker for the holidays on saturday at the auditorium theatre. Bay area dance company keeps ballet folklorico dance tradition alive while keeping kids off the street missouri girl, 10, blends love of ballet with boxing ballet chicago performing at harris theater. The nutcracker chopin theatre the house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Established in 2003, theatreland offers the largest individual collection of websites providing complete, impartial guides to all the theatrical, musical and performance arts events and venues in the worlds greatest theatre cities, from new yorks broadway to londons west end and from the showrooms of las vegas to shakespeares globe theatre. Dec 02, 2016 selection from the nutcracker, performed december 1018 at the athenaeum theater, 2936 n southport, chicago, il. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in illinois. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago the windy citys.
November 14, 2019 january 4, 2020 stage 773 1225 w. San francisco ballet auxiliary invites you to an exciting night celebrating the 75th anniversary of san francisco ballets nutcracker. The chicago area is filled with productions of this christmastime favorite including those without a single ballet step. The nutcracker the nutcracker by the house theatre. With lots of humor and heart, this fresh theatrical interpretation centers on young claras journey to save christmas following her brothers death. There are so many options to take advantage of during christmastime in the chicagoland area. Chicagos beautiful auditorium theatre plays host to this muchloved holiday tale which pays homage to the city and its inhabitants. Weve collected the best nutcracker performances happening in chicago and the suburbs. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Chris jones of the chicago tribune says that this production is shaping up to be quite a broadwaystyle extravaganza. Dancing along side the full professional russian cast are local chicago children from plainfield dance academy. A corps of professional dancers with a cast of over 100 area student.
Whether attending the nutcracker is a beloved annual event for your family or you are taking your little one for the first time, the timeless holiday fairytale continues to delight all ages as it has done for more than a century. Overflowing with 40 beautiful russian dancers and set to tchaikovskys famous music, this holiday favorite features 200 lavish costumes, largerthanlife puppets and 9 handpainted backdrops with 3d effects. Dec 03, 2019 the hiphop nutcracker turns the story on its head in 1984 new york city. Click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book.
This christmas give your family the gift of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker at the rosemont theatre in chicago. Three or five adultdivision ballet classes at chicago dance academy up to 58% off. With the help of a magical nutcracker, this brave girl will risk the darkness, fight the rat king, and save her family. For 28 years in chicago, the joffrey ballets nutcracker, created by founder robert joffrey, was the gold standard for the traditional version of the ballet set in a beautiful mansion with a. Where to see the nutcracker ballet in chicago chicago parent. Ballet chicago is an internationally recognized professional track school of ballet that creates exceptional dancers and people. Dance companies throughout chicago and the suburbs are staging versions of tchaikovskys beloved ballet the nutcracker starting this. Ballet chicago the nutcracker december 22 athenaeum main stage, 2936 n. Nov 19, 2019 the nutcracker the nutcracker by the house theatre. The chicago suntimes calls the production a solid, professional nutcracker, and laura molzahn of the chicago tribune calls salt creek ballet a real treat. We brought our daughter for the first time when she was only 3 and were all completely enchanted by the talented company, brilliant choreography, the beautiful sets and costumes and the magical quality of the perfomance.
Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs chicago. Where to see the nutcracker ballet around the usa travelingmom. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. If visions of dancing sugar plums are dancing in your head, heres a look at some of the area productions of the nutcracker with some very traditional and very nontraditional takes on the. Lake geneva dancers to join moscow ballet in chicago. Oaklees family guide is now part of paddock publications, publishers of the daily herald newspaper in the chicago suburbs. Hoffmans classic story, the nutcracker and the mouse king. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and private parties. Its almost impossible to choose from the abundance of preprofessional productions put on by chicago area dance studios, but two of my favorites are.
Join us for this holiday event and you will enjoy a night of specialty cocktails, fabulous hors doeuvres, music, and more. Local youth share the stage with international dancers and actors. The rosemont theatre has become one of the most popular of its kind in the country since opening its doors in 1995. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and. Check out the full list below to find a show perfect for your whole family. Ballet chicago believes every aspiring artist deserves the opportunity to explore his or her full potential, and is committed to making classical ballet training accessible to all talented students who have the desire to dance. Chicago ballet conservatory presents its highlyacclaimed holiday production of the nutcracker. Goodman theatre 170 n dearborn street chicago, il 60601. Let me start by saying we have seen the joffrey nutcracker every year for the past 10 years. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago the windy city. For many families, this is the nutcracker in chicago, and the landmark auditorium theatre decorated for the holidays only adds to the festive feel.
Click buy tickets and enter snow into the promotional code box when choosing your seats. Where to see the nutcracker in the suburbs and chicago. This modern holiday production weaves together riveting dialogue, astonishing puppetry, original song, and spellbinding spectacle to tell a heartwarming, darkly moving story of magic and hopea fun outing fit for the whole. Moscow ballet nutcracker chicago just another wordpress. Top 10 local favorite nutcracker ballet in chicago, il last.
Sundays performance also includes special admission to the sugar plum party where audience members can meet characters from the nutcracker, step onto the stage, and enjoy refreshments in an enchanted, winter wonderland. Nov 24, 2019 kickoff your holiday season with the fox valley nutcracker. The nutcracker chicago tickets the nutcracker chicago tour. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in chicago. The nutcracker chicago tickets the nutcracker chicago tickets one way to enjoy the christmas season, a special time of year, is spending time with family and friends watching musicals like the nutcracker.
Local youth share the stage with international dancers and actors, accompanied by the elgin symphony orchestra. Oct 25, 2019 the nutcracker is a timeless holiday tradition. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago time out chicago. The hiphop nutcracker turns the story on its head in 1984 new york city. And perhaps, best of all, wheeldon has created a nutcracker that belongs to chicago.
Chicago nutcracker ballet performances, family friendly ballet for kids. Wheeldons acclaimed turnofthecentury tale opens on christmas eve, 1892, mere months before the grand opening of the 1893 worlds fair, as young marie and her mother prepare for a christmas eve potluck celebration. Salt creek ballets the nutcracker north shore center for the. And perhaps one of the greatest christmas time joys is catching a rendition of the nutcracker. Chicago area families turn to us for the latest information on familyfriendly events, activities and businesses. The joffreys new edition might be the most anticipated nutcracker of the holiday season, but its only one among many variations on the e.
This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere. Dec 29, 2019 searle funds at the chicago community trust. Kickoff your holiday season with the fox valley nutcracker. The nutcracker dances across area stages the chicago area is filled with productions of this christmastime favorite including those without a single. For questions and general inquiries, email nccadmin at joffrey dot org all auditions take place at joffrey tower 10 east randolph street. Dec 12, 2017 its almost impossible to choose from the abundance of preprofessional productions put on by chicago area dance studios, but two of my favorites are the 29yearold north shore school of dance. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in chicago. Glen ellyn, il 50 dancers from the greater chicago area perform to tchaikovskys beloved. Created by phillip klapperich, jake minton, kevin odonnell and tommy rapley directed and choreographed by tommy rapley. Click here for more information 2019 nutcracker childrens cast auditions. Nov 17, 2017 the joffreys new edition might be the most anticipated nutcracker of the holiday season, but its only one among many variations on the e. Nov 19, 2018 if visions of dancing sugar plums are dancing in your head, heres a look at some of the area productions of the nutcracker with some very traditional and very nontraditional takes on the. The acronym pda stands for more than plainfield dance academy it also represents the schools three philosophical pillars. Ten years have passed since the house theatre of chicago first presented their original, contemporary version of e.
Joffrey ballet the nutcracker auditorium theatre, chicago, il. Five or 10 hip hop or ballet classes at dynamic force dance up to 69%. Prior to the show, while you wait, they have a large lobby area and an area where they sell drinks and snacks. Nutcracker wouldnt be nutcracker without the local childrens cast. Ballet chicago the nutcracker athenaeum theater, chicago, il. Delight in the story of clara and her nutcracker prince as you never have before. An enchanting holiday tradition, this production of the nutcracker features the 48piece chicago west chamber orchestra. Dance companies throughout the city and suburbs are staging their versions of tchaikovskys. Ballet chicagos mission is to educate and inspire young artists through the study of classical ballet, and in so doing, to lay a foundation of life skills that.
I want email news and updates for events in my area. Nutcracker childrens cast auditions joffrey ballet. Reviews on nutcracker ballet in chicago, il the joffrey ballet, auditorium theatre, ballet chicago, athenaeum theatre, mcaninch arts center, chopin theatre. With gratitude to the nutcracker commissioning sponsors. Hip hop nutcracker is a new spin on the classic nutcracker ballet with hiphop choreography, an onstage dj, an electric violin and the wellloved traditional tchaikovsky score. Joffrey ballet of chicago 2020 all you need to know before. Dec 08, 2019 save up to 15% at checkout by using the code snow. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker is a christmas tradition and visual feast that creates lifelong memories for the whole family. Nov 09, 2015 whether attending the nutcracker is a beloved annual event for your family or you are taking your little one for the first time, the timeless holiday fairytale continues to delight all ages as it has done for more than a century. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there. If you live in the chicago area, chances are that theres a performance of the nutcracker near you. In the great, windy city of chicago, there are endless attractions and artistfilled glories to enjoy. Reviews on nutcracker ballet in chicago, il the joffrey ballet, auditorium.