With elegant set design by alain vaes, costumes by the renowned holly hynes, and live music from the kennedy center opera house orchestra, the production surprises and astonishes. Kennedy center for the performing arts, which opened in 1971, is located on the potomac river at 2700 f street in washington, dc. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our nations capital. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in bethesda. Nov 24, 2016 for cincinnati ballets dancers, the theater was new the kennedy center opera house in washington d. Experience the magic of the washington ballets charmingly dc the nutcracker.
Continuing the kennedy centers presentations of some of americas best nutcrackers, this years version by the kansas city ballet is a truly opulent d. The nutcracker by ballet west at the kennedy center. The washington ballets nutcracker tickets event dates. Every year, kids from around dc audition to become supernumeraries the soldiers, mice, party guests and other participants in the ballet. Ballet and nutcracker fans are in for a treat thanksgiving week with the kennedy center debut of atlanta ballet and its extraordinary new production, which premiered last december. The kennedy center invites you and your entire family to join clara, the sugar plum fairy, and the nutcracker prince in a cherished holiday tradition, this year hailing from one of the most culturally vibrant cities in the american heartland. Kennedy center opera house kennedy center opera house tickets the john f. If you can only choose one version of the nutcracker to see this month, consider seeing this one. A super story of super kids the supernumeraries of ballet.
Washington audiences will be the first to see it outside of atlantaa truly spectacular, visually inventive staging set against a fantastical starry night. Experience the magic of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Kennedy center for the performing arts, 2700 f street nw, washington, dc 20566 the joy of christmas dec. Kennedy center for the performing arts, is the citys premier performance venue, providing approximately 3,000 performances per year.
Each of the seven principles of the holiday are honored, as director sylvia soumah guides some of the. The nutcracker plays through december 9, 2018, in the kennedy centers opera house 2700 f street, nw, in washington, dc. After decades of operating as an auditorium for movies, the theatre is now known as a destination not only for revitalized downtown washington, but also for national and international recording artists and the finest in theatrical, dance, and television presentations. The nutcracker presented by ballet west at kennedy center. A holiday favorite the nutcracker ballet is returning to the kennedy center and. Tickets the nutcracker washington tickets the nutcracker is one of those timeless holiday productions that many people attend every year as a christmastime tradition.
Petersburg opera, but he was initially unhappy with the. A super story of super kids the supernumeraries of. The nutcracker plays through december 9, 2018, in the kennedy center s opera house 2700 f street, nw, in washington, dc. Kennedy center for the performing arts, 2700 f street nw. Washington audiences will be the first to see it outside of atlantaa truly spectacular, visually inventive. The nutcracker wednesday, november 27, 2019 sunday, december 1, 2019. Kennedy center for the performing arts 2700 f street, nw washington, dc 20566. This year the celebrated production is set in historic 1882 georgetown with george washington, king george iii, and ot. This delightful year of performances includes three newly commissioned works in nextsteps, the celebrated fulllength classic story ballets giselle and cinderella, works by alexei ratmansky, the 21st centurys most prolific choreographer in a night of ratmansky, and the companys beloved production of the holiday classic, the nutcracker.
Kc ballets nutcracker heading to kennedy center in. Kennedy center for the performing arts 2700 f street, nw, in washington, dc. Kennedy center tickets 2020 live in washington, dc. This celebrated production is set in historic 1882 georgetown with george washington, king george iii, and other historical figures. Ballet and nutcracker fans are in for a treat thanksgiving week with the kennedy. A holiday favorite the nutcracker ballet is returning to the kennedy center and through the art center s gift shops and online store you can bring clara and her nutcracker prince into your home. Best known for performances and events at the music center at. The stage is set at the warner theatre in washington with clara and her young brother fritz enjoying themselves at their godfather drosselmeyers 1882 georgetown mansion where his annual christmas. Years later, alexander dumas rewrote the story, making it happier and more fun for kids to read.
Dcs premier young professional artslover program welcomes those interested in opera to connect with each other and the wno. American ballet theatre performs the nutcracker at the kennedy center opera house on saturday at 1. For upcoming dance events at kennedy center, click here. The kennedy center in washington, dc, officially named the john f. Artistic director julie kent has introduced defining works by globally recognized choreographers, all while embracing the work of emerging. The washington post goes on to say that its the dancers naturalness of feeling that gives this nutcracker extra appealit brings holiday harmony tantalizingly close. The nutcracker was originally based on the story of the nutcracker and the mouse, written by german author e. The washington ballets nutcracker holiday performances in washington, dc.
Kennedy center for the performing arts 2700 f st nw, washington d. Nov 22, 2017 the kansas city ballets the nutcracker, wednesday, november 22 through sunday, november 26 at the john f. American ballet theatres the nutcracker at the kennedy center. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of its very dc version of the nutcracker, through december 28 at the historic warner theatre in downtown washington dc. On wednesday, the kansas city ballet opens the first of seven prestigious performances of the nutcracker at the kennedy center in washington, d. 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 kennedy center presents atlanta ballet in the nutcracker. Kennedy center opera house tickets washington stubhub. Reclaiming brilliance in the midst of brokenness tickets 31. Ballet wests the nutcracker runs through december 9, 2018 in the opera house at kennedy center, located at 2700 f st nw, washington, dc. The nutcracker tickets for the kennedy center opera house washington, d. Buy tickets for washington national opera porgy and bess at kennedy center opera house in washington dc, dc on 051520 7.
For tickets, call the box office at 202 4674600, or. Joffreys the nutcracker wednesday, november 25, 2015 sunday, november 29, 2015. Cincinnati ballet chosen to perform the nutcracker at. A holiday favorite the nutcracker ballet is returning to the kennedy center and through the art center s gift shops and online store you can bring clara and her nutcracker. Buy the nutcracker washington tickets at kennedy center opera house for sale at cheap the nutcracker ticket prices to the nutcracker 2020 theater schedule and dates.
Kennedy center for the performing arts in washington dc picks one esteemed ballet company to perform their version of the traditional holiday story. Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this charminglywashington, d. Steeped in lush colors, with a gorgeous set design. Atlanta ballets production of the nutcracker ran in the opera house at kennedy center from november 27 through december 1, 2019. Nov 21, 2016 cincinnati wkrc each year, the famed john f. Kennedy center for the performing arts, 2700 f street nw, washington, dc 20566. Strathmore is a nonprofit multidisciplinary arts center and presenting organization based onehalf mile outside the capital beltway in north bethesda, maryland. Cincinnati ballet delights dc audience with nutcracker. Kansas city ballet takes its nutcracker to the kennedy. November 27december 1, 2019 in the kennedy center opera. Robert joffreys aweinspiring staging of the perennial classic boasts largerthanlife victorian america scenery and costumes, entrancing storytelling, tchaikovskys beloved score, and invigorating dancing that could only be found in a dream.
Below are details only about the ballet performances, all which are accompanied by the kennedy center opera house orchestra. Kennedy center opera house tickets events seating chart. Nov 27, 2019 ballet, holiday gifts, nutcracker, ornaments, the kennedy center november 19, 2019 all things nutcracker are at the kennedy center a holiday favorite the nutcracker ballet is returning to the kennedy center and through the art centers gift shops and online store you can bring clara and her nutcracker prince into your home. Nov 29, 2019 the atlanta ballets production of the holiday classic, now at the kennedy center, is an impressive blend of heartwarming tradition and artistic innovation. Kennedy center for the performing arts, 2700 f street, nw, washington, d. The nutcracker performed by the joffrey ballet plays through tomorrow sunday, december 1, 20 at 7.
Kennedy center for the performing arts coupons now on retailmenot. Washington audiences will be the first to see it outside of atlantaa truly spectacular, visually inventive staging set against a fantastical starry night, dominated by oversized storybooks, clocks, and. The kansas city ballets the nutcracker plays through november 26, 2017 in the opera house at the john f. Kennedy center for the performing arts formally called the john f.
Kennedy center for the performing arts promo code or coupon. Our stages and studios may be dark, but the washington ballet community couldnt be more alive and full of light. Featuring tchaikovskys timeless score and celebrated dance maker yuri possokhovs fresh choreography, atlanta ballet makes its kennedy center debut with its reimagined production of the. All things nutcracker are at the kennedy center shop. At the warner theatre, the nutcracker is performed by the washington ballet from november 30 to december 29, 2019, at this historic theatre. Purchase discount tickets for the nutcracker washington dc at kennedy center opera house at. Victorian america scenery and costumes populate this version of the story and the kennedy center opera house orchestra. Kennedy center for the performing arts opera house. The stage is set at the warner theatre in washington with clara and her young brother fritz enjoying themselves at their godfather drosselmeyers. The center for ballet arts presents the nutcracker in a nutshell. Click on the images or listings below to find out more information about each production including show times.
The nutcracker washington, dc schedule at kennedy center. Kennedy center for the performing arts 2700 f st nw d. The lobbys floor to ceiling windows offer scenic views of the potomac river and of theodore roosevelt island. Ballet wests nutcracker, conducted by jared oaks, is one of the most unique productions to hit the stage this season at the kennedy center. November 23 december 29, 2019 experience the magic of the washington ballets charminglydc the nutcracker. Kennedy memorial center for the performing arts, and commonly referred to as the kennedy center is the united states national cultural center, located on the potomac river, adjacent to the watergate complex in washington, d. The kennedy center is the home to the national symphony orchestra, washington opera, washington ballet and american film institute.
Washington audiences will be the first to see it outside of atlanta. There are currently 129 kennedy center opera house events available for sale. Continuing the kennedy center s presentations of some of americas best nutcrackers, this years version by the kansas city ballet is a truly opulent d. Dance place in the brookland neighborhood annually holds this celebratory event in honor of kwanzaa. Nov 30, 2018 every year, kids from around dc audition to become supernumeraries the soldiers, mice, party guests and other participants in the ballet. Whether this will be your first nutcracker or fiftieth, this kennedy center tradition is the most cherished in dc. The nutcracker is first and foremost about dancing. But the production was the same ingenious nutcracker they have performed dozens. In 1891 pytor ilyich tchaikovsky was commissioned to write the music for a new ballet based on the stories by the st. A hoffmans early 19thcentury story, the nutcracker and the mouse king, the story opens on a german village on christmas eve. The nutcracker plays friday, november 25 through sunday, november 27, 2016, at the kennedy center 2700 f street, nw in washington, dc. This past thanksgiving week kennedy center continued its annual tradition of hosting a different ballet companys production of the nutcracker. Kennedy centers opera house, 2700 f street, nw washington, dc 20566 price.
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