We are a grass roots organization using students and professional dancers from all over southeastern michigan and ontario. Taking the step this year to become a nonprofit, the company has vowed to spread the love of ballet to the youth in the area and provide performance and learning opportunities for the community as a whole. We strive to maintain a disciplined environment with a focus on modesty using ageappropriate movement and material. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. Fenton ballet theatre is a preprofessional ballet studio, specializing in classical ballet with a wide offering of enrichment classes. The nutcracker michigan ballet theatre will present the nutcracker december 14 and december 15 in 2019 2019 performances include. The nutcracker a ballet enjoy a christmas tradition and experience the nutcracker ballet with local dancers. Michigan classic ballet company nutcracker ad geigerballet. The nutcracker 2019, west michigans favorite holiday tradition, returns to the grandeur of devos performance hall with sets by famed childrens book author. Michigan ballet theatre presents the nutcracker clickondetroit.
Ballerina anna trofimova talks about this unique opportunity to learn from and perform with. Michigan ballet academy is the premier ballet training school in west michigan. Nutcracker 201920 season grand rapids, mi grand rapids ballet. Moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker returning to fox theatre. Eric builds accomplished dancers through development of confidence, integrity, and artistic perspective, in addition to imparting the art of classical ballet through a. Suffuse with vitality, impressive dance and true joy of the season this ballet is a. In 2019 michigan ballet theatre will present the nutcracker, dec. Our studio is located in chelsea, michigan and our dancers join us from ann arbor, chelsea, dexter, manchester, and the surrounding areas in southeastern michigan. The michigan ballet academy, under the direction of irina vassileni, proudly presents the nutcracker. The company holds an annual audition for students up to age 18. Northville ballet theatre is a nonprofit 501c 3 ballet company, bringing the classics and contemporary christian dance to our community.
The event features live accompaniment from the michigan opera theatre orchestra as well as complimentary childrens activities before the performance at during intermission. The nutcracker ballet theatre company, a 501c3 not for profit company, was formed for the sole purpose of producing this wonderful family tradition in port huron. This is a collaborative production that is both educational and artistic in scope, celebrating george gershwins musical legacy by bringing his music to. Together, we create a positive, fun and healthy atmosphere to learn dance. By nature of its mass production, december is the best time of year to go to the ballet. Best places to see ballet in the detroit area cbs detroit. Make the river raisin ballet company s production of this classic. Nutcracker grand rapids united states west michigan youth. Home for more pictures and uptotheminute information about mbt, follow us on facebook and instagram. Celebrating our 48th year as michigans only professional ballet company, we are committed to lifting the human spirit through the art of dance under the current leadership of james sofranko as artistic director, glenn del vecchio as executive director, and attila mosolygo as director of grand rapids ballet school and its junior company. Fenton ballet theatre is an organization committed to inspiring the community through classical ballet performance and exceptional dance training. Join us as the youth from west michigan tell the tale of clara and her nutcracker prince on their journey through an enchanted land where she meets magical characters only she can bring to life in her dreams.
Grand rapids ballet nutcracker 201920 season grand. It is a student company of exceptionally talented dancers representing the advanced students of the rochester school of dance as well as dancers drawn from an open audition. Ballet kalamazoo focuses on teaching a high standard of classical ballet technique. Macomb ballet company the mission of the macomb ballet company is to provide performing experience for talented young dancers through the creation of a quality, communitybased, youth oriented, classical ballet company while reaching, educating and enriching the audiences of the macomb county community through special school performances and formal concerts. There are currently no tickets available for this event, but you can still make a donation. Michigan s only professional ballet company had one more show this season a midsummer nights dream which was scheduled for april 2426 and may. Nutcracker ballet oakland county, michigan michigan ballet theatre presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet.
Michigan ballet theatre is incorporated as a nonprofit organization. Ballet chelsea premier dance instruction and performance. Travel with clara as she is swept away on a magical journey through the land of sweets. The art deco nutcracker is a fabulously fun frolic of an evening. Mar 27, 2020 michigans only professional ballet company had one more show this season a midsummer nights dream which was scheduled for april 2426 and may. Even locally, you can see the academy of russian ballet at the michigan theater on dec. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page.
The nutcracker 2019, west michigans favorite holiday tradition, returns to the grandeur of devos performance hall with sets by famed childrens book author and illustrator chris van allsburg the polar express, jumanji, broadwayquality set design by tony award winner eugene lee wicked, sweeney todd, saturday night live, choreography by val caniparoli, and the live music of your grand. Nutcracker grand rapids united states west michigan. West michigan youth ballet inspires ballet students from different dance schools to bring their talents together to create beautiful performances, while continuing their ballet technique at their home studio. Apr 05, 2020 ballet chelsea is very excited to present gershwin.
Under the direction of international dancer and teacher, irina vassileni, mba provides students the opportunity to train using the internationally recognized vaganova method. Our performance net proceeds and donations benefit local charitable endeavors, including northville civic concern. For the last two seasons, the midwest youth ballet company, has inspired the southwest michigan community and beyond with their rendition of the classic ballet, the nutcracker. Join us as the youth from west michigan tell the tale of clara and her nutcracker prince on their journey through an enchanted land where she meets magical. Dec 01, 2019 the ballet follows young clara and her nutcracker prince through a magical journey in the land of the sugar plum fairy. Moscow ballet is pleased to announce that western michigan university symphony orchestra, named best classical university symphony orchestra in downbeat magazines 2005 nationally recognized student music awards competition, will accompany the moscow ballet company live in tchaikovskys great russian nutcracker under conductor and professor bruce uchimuras baton. Enjoy the timeless story of clara who is bravely saved by her nutcracker prince. Balletmet returns for its eighth visit to the detroit opera house with its beloved traditional production of the nutcracker. This show is generously sponsored by aac property restoration. Apr 06, 2020 michigan ballet academy is the premier ballet training school in west michigan. Make the river raisin ballet company s production of this classic holiday ballet a holiday tradition.
The nutcracker 2019,west michigans favorite holiday tradition, returns to the grandeur of devos performance hall with sets by famed childrens book author and illustrator chris van allsburg the polar express, jumanji, broadwayquality set design by tony award winner eugene lee wicked, sweeney todd, saturday night live, choreography by val caniparoli, and the live music of your grand rapids symphony brought to you by james and mary nelson. Michigan nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Grand rapids ballet presents the nutcracker 2019 youtube. The michigan ballet theatres production of the nutcracker returns for the holiday season. The michigan ballet academy a professional ballet academy located in grand rapids, michigan. The ballet follows young clara and her nutcracker prince through a magical journey in the land of the sugar plum fairy. The nutcracker michigan ballet theatre will present the nutcracker december 14 and december 15 in 2019 2019 performances include four shows. The michigan youth ballet theatre is a preprofessional youth ballet company, dedicated to the development and preservation of the great art of ballet, and to providing young people inwest michigan with a premiere ballet company experience. The northwest michigan ballet theatre nmbt was founded in september of. Expansive education and outreach programs make classical ballet relevant, accessible, and inviting to the widest possible audience, regardless of financial means and circumstances. The michigan ballet theatre will bring the legendary, christmas classic the nutcracker to the avondale high school performing arts center this holiday season.
Ballet kalamazoo offers ballet classes, performance and outreach opportunities and master dance classes. This is a collaborative production that is both educational and artistic in scope, celebrating george gershwins musical legacy by bringing his music to life through dynamic, original choreography. Oct 22, 2011 michigan classic ballet company nutcracker ad geigerballet. The northwest michigan ballet theatre nmbt was founded in september of 1997 by director thomas morrell and is housed at the studios of ballet etc. Michigan nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company.
The michigan youth ballet theatre is a preprofessional youth ballet company, dedicated to the development and preservation of the great art of ballet, and to providing young people in west michigan with a premiere ballet company experience. Eric johnston is an accomplished and seasoned artist as well as an exceptionally gifted educator. The west michigan youth ballet proudly presents the nutcracker, a holiday family tradition suitable for all ages. Come hear the accidentals perform with jenison high schools concert orchestra and sinfonia. Leaping through expressive choreography, the company transforms tchaikovskys famous score into an enchanting escape into the land of snow, the kingdom of sweets, and the. Michigan classic ballet company nutcracker ad youtube. Michigan ballet theatre cornelia sampson, director. Featuring the michigan ballet academy students and dance theatre of harlem current and former principals, crystal serrano and francis lawrence, this beautiful production of the holiday classic will capture the imagination of the entire family. Official site for the greater lansing ballet company and greater lansing academy of dance. Celebrating our 48th year as michigan s only professional ballet company, we are committed to lifting the human spirit through the art of dance under the current leadership of james sofranko as artistic director, glenn del vecchio as executive director, and attila mosolygo as director of grand rapids ballet school and its junior company. The michigan ballet theatre has been putting on performances since 1985. Students will learn from highlycertified instructors in a brand new, stateoftheart studio.
The nutcracker is a spectacle that both children and adults of all ages will cherish. Npr calls them some of the most compelling songwriters of our time and they were one of yahoo musics top 10 bands to watch in 2017. The accidentals are a traverse city based rockfolk band. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in michigan. Michigans only professional ballet company cancels remainder. Balletmet prides itself in all of our amazing dancers. Ballet kalamazoo is a youth ballet company in downtown kalamazoo, michigan for dancers ages 317yrs. Find out who they are and how their journey to balletmet began.
Tchaikovskys nutcracker will be offered in collaboration with the macomb ballet company, choreographed by artistic director amber megna michalik, and. Under the direction of international dancer and teacher, irina vassileni, mba. Michigans only professional ballet company cancels. Nutcracker ballet grand rapids, michigan michigan ballet academy presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet.
Mybc is a youth ballet company offering education, performance, and scholarship opportunities for students in southwest michigan and northern indiana. The company holds an annual audition for students up to age 18 who want to perform and learn ballet. Michigan classic ballet company presents the nutcracker. Dec 14, 2019 michigan ballet theatre will present the nutcracker december 14 and december 15 in 2019. Nov 26, 2019 michigan ballet theatre presents the nutcracker. The nutcracker 2019, west michigan s favorite holiday tradition, returns to the grandeur of devos performance hall with sets by famed childrens book author and illustrator chris van allsburg the polar express, jumanji, broadwayquality set design by tony award winner eugene lee wicked, sweeney todd, saturday night live, choreography by val caniparoli, and the live music of your grand. Students will learn from highlycertified instructors in a. The true beauty of nutcracker lies in its accessibility. Tchaikovskys nutcracker will be offered in collaboration with the macomb ballet company, choreographed by artistic director amber megna michalik, and assistant directors sarah boik and mary sherman.
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