The rosemont theatre has become one of the most popular of its kind in the country since opening its doors in 1995. Click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book. The house theatre of chicago performing amazing feats of. The holiday season is a time typically associated with giving, but the house theatres adaptation of the nutcracker stands out. Winner of a 2014 national theatre company grant from the american. Dec 08, 2019 welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in chicago. Moscow ballet holds two chicago auditions for 2014 nutcracker the legendary moscow ballet is auditioning dancers ages 618 to perform as part of. In 2014, ellen oconnell, who trained with the royal ballet in london, wrote, in salon website, on the darker side of the nutcracker story.
And the many believers the nutcracker student matinees sponsors. Balllet chicago nutcracker dec 19, 2014 show youtube. Oh, and then theres a little thing called christmas spirit. The free performances are noon and 3pm under the worlds largest tiffany stainedglass dome in preston bradley hall 3rd floor south. The nutcracker tickets information a perennial holiday favorite, tchaikovskys the nutcracker has remained one of the most popular ballets more than a century after its debut in 1892. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and. The spirit of inclusion statement adopted by the nda board of trustees in 2014 affirms that we in the notre dame academy community welcome all. The nutcracker program book by the joffrey ballet issuu. The nutcracker continues through december 28th at auditorium theatre, 50 e. The holidays are not complete without taking the family to see the ballet chicago production of the nutcracker, performed by more than 150 cast members, ages 3 to adult. The joffrey ballet presents the annual holiday classic the nutcracker at the auditorium theatre of roosevelt university in chicago december. With a lush, dramatic design and an impeccably cast ensemble, joffreys nutcracker makes it impossible to resist the holiday spirit. The nutcracker the joffrey ballet non equity auditions. The 2014 holiday season is alive and well in chicago with a sleigh full of events from a to z.
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. Nov 16, 2014 stay on your toes this holiday season at the annual dancealong nutcracker at the chicago cultural center 78 e. The free performances are noon and 3pm under the worlds largest tiffany stainedglass dome in. Moscow ballet nutcracker chicago just another wordpress. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in chicago. The joffreys annual fall engagement brings the joffreychicago premiere of christopher wheeldons newly envisioned swan lake, october 1526, 2014, followed by the return of the classic holiday chestnut, robert joffreys the nutcracker, december 528, 2014. Young dancers join pros onstage in joffrey ballets the nutcracker. Three or five adultdivision ballet classes at chicago dance academy up to 58% off. 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. Located in the rosemont region of chicago, the theater is constantly hosting broadway and other theater productions, concerts, corporate events, and private parties.
The house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Ohio school apologizes for marching 8thgraders on chicago. The magic of the season takes hold when a visit from the. 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. Wheeldons acclaimed turnof the century 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. Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists. 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. Congress parkway scheduled to end on december 28, 2014 for tickets call 8009822787 or visit for info on this and other chicago theater, visit. The chicago philharmonic, conducted by scott speck, provides live accompaniment. Robert joffreys the nutcracker inside the studio youtube. Nov 11, 2014 joffreys the nutcracker runs december 528 at chicagos historic auditorium theatre. The chicago tribune selected wheater as 20 chicagoan of the year for his contributions to dance.
Dec 06, 2014 the nutcracker joffrey ballet auditorium theatre of roosevelt university 50 e. The nutcrackerthe house theatre of chicago newcity. Part of the 2014 childrens cast of the joffrey ballets the nutcracker. Ericka ratcliff as martha, paul fagen as david, jaclyn hennell as clara, karl pothoff as uncle drosselmeyer, with ensemble members andrew. The nutcracker december 528, 2014 all performances are located at the auditorium theatre, 50 e. Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes bring the christmas spirit to life. Hoffmanns original story, the nutcracker and mouse king, maries claras, journey becomes a fevered delirium that transports her to a land where she sees sparkling christmas forests and.
Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. The chicago suntimes it will bring your family closer together. Published on dec 16, 2014 joffrey artistic director ashley wheater, music director scott speck and dancers amanda assucena and yoshihisa arai discuss what makes robert joffreys the nutcracker. Dec 01, 2014 the nutcracker joffrey ballet chicago auditorium theatre 50 e. Dec 29, 2019 click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker is a christmas tradition and visual feast that creates lifelong memories for the whole family. 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.
When robert joffrey choreographed the nutcracker in 1987. 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. Nov 27, 2019 the spirit of inclusion statement adopted by the nda board of trustees in 2014 affirms that we in the notre dame academy community welcome all into our gospel community including, but not limited. Tchaikovsky gilels reiner chicago symphony orchestra. Moscow ballet holds two chicago auditions for 2014 nutcracker. House theatre of chicago returns with jake minton and phillip klapperichs nonballet take on the e. An enchanting holiday tradition, this production of the nutcracker features the 48piece chicago west chamber orchestra. The joffrey ballet celebrates 20 years in chicago with 2014. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. Congress parkway chicago, il 60605 312 7390120 date.
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. Dec, 2014 the nutcracker continues through december 28th at auditorium theatre, 50 e. The nutcracker joffrey ballet auditorium theatre of roosevelt university 50 e. Set to tchaikovskys delightful score, the nutcracker is sure to create cherished memories for your whole family. Aug 19, 2014 moscow ballet holds two chicago auditions for 2014 nutcracker the legendary moscow ballet is auditioning dancers ages 618 to perform as part of their annual great russian nutcracker production. Bradenton harper, quintin walker, chaos bebault, sue gerver. The nutcracker tells a story about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on christmas eve and wages a battle against the evil mouse king.
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. View all hotels near joffrey ballet of chicago on tripadvisor. The nutcracker the house theatre of chicago performing. Artist the orchestra of the royal opera house, covent garden. Dec 16, 2014 published on dec 16, 2014 joffrey artistic director ashley wheater, music director scott speck and dancers amanda assucena and yoshihisa arai discuss what makes robert joffreys the nutcracker. Now in its 18th consecutive year, ballet chicago is presenting this holiday classic from dec. Join clara on her magical journey through the beautiful land of snow to the. The last of his three ballets, it was first performed in december 1892. Let me start by saying we have seen the joffrey nutcracker every year for the past 10 years. Joffreys the nutcracker runs december 528 at chicagos historic auditorium theatre. The nutcracker the joffrey ballet non equity auditions posted.
Ericka ratcliff as martha, paul fagen as david, jaclyn hennell as clara, karl pothoff as uncle drosselmeyer, with ensemble members andrew lund, michael e. Jw marriott chicago brings the nutcracker to life with. Alex huntsberger the house theatre of chicago at the chopin, 1543 west division, 7737693832. Reviewed in the united states on december 23, 2014 verified purchase this is pretty cool i give my inlaws a nutcracker every year in a gift basket, and theyre big blackhawks fan, so it was a cant miss gift. The nutcracker joffrey ballet chicago auditorium theatre 50 e. Disney on ice frozen, oprah, and holiday shows top fall theater events 2014. Young dancers from chicago and beyond get a shot for a role in the joffrey ballets 27th annual the joffrey ballet announces 201617 season featuring world premiere of christopher wheeldons the joffrey ballet celebrates 20 years in chicago with 201415 season. Nov 18, 2014 oh, and then theres a little thing called christmas spirit. Its more than earned a place in the roster of exceptional chicago holiday shows. With the help of a magical nutcracker, this brave girl will risk the darkness, fight. What does it really take to produce this ballet each year.