The contra costa ballet foundation presents the story of the nutcracker. East county s first professional ballet company we provide professional dance performances to the public and young dancers the opportunity to learn from, and dance with professional dancers. Contra costa ballets the story of the nutcracker youtube. Black diamond ballet will present the classic nutcracker at the creative arts building, 250 school st. This is for their 2012 performance of the story of the nutcracker at the lesher center. Orange county is buzzing about the birth of the american ballet theatres southern california nutcracker. So big coop preschool hosts a winter kid fest at the contra costa county. Company members are from the centres most advanced level and perform twice annually at the dean lesher regional center for the arts in walnut creek. At robert hills orlando ballet, he graduated from trainee to second company member and performed soloist roles in hills original productions.
Contra costa ballet brings the nutcracker to life in this festive production filled with colorful costumes, whimsical sets and an array of talented, young. May 18, 2001 contra costa ballet is known to be one of the top ballet centers in the east bay, and its annual holiday presentation, the story of the nutcracker, plays to audience and critical acclaim each. Performed by advanced students and professional dancers, contra costa ballet s onehour nutcracker is a family favorite. San ramon valley dance academy ballet jazz gymnastics. Our comprehensive bay area guide to seeing tchaikovskys. American ballet theatre dancers perform during the festival ordered by the sugar plum fairy featuring dances from around the world in the nutcracker at segerstrom center for the arts in costa mesa. The ballet company of east county was brought to life from a dream to provide more dance opportunities to eastern contra costa county. Contra costa ballet company company contracostaballet. The nutcracker production at the ballet company of east county. The companys nutcracker is a onehour production designed for families. Black diamond ballet theatre, an east contra costa county nonprofit ballet company, will present its 2018 rendition of the nutcracker dec.
Returning for its 26th year, contra costa ballet presents the bay areas most familyfriendly production of the nutcracker. Sunrise ballets the nutcracker at anaheims servite theatre. Tickets contra costa ballets the nutcracker lesher center for the. The lesher center for the arts is the premier live theatre venue in central contra costa county. Nutcracker in pittsburg on dec 9, 2018 in pittsburg, ca at postal code 94565, united states.
The production is iduls way of giving back to the community by introducing the joy of the seasonal favorite, the nutcracker, to local. The nutcracker and the mouse king national ballet of japan trailer duration. Black diamond ballet returns to the stage for its eighth consecutive year with sharon sobel iduls professional production of the nutcracker the only fulllength production in contra costa county. The academy is home to an outstanding, dedicated faculty as well, whose training and professional experience are unsurpassed. Black diamond ballet was created in 2009 by founders michael lowe and sharon sobel idul upon realizing the need for a professional ballet company in east contra costa county. Special onehour abridged version of our beloved nutcracker. In response to the covid19 pandemic and the contra costa county health officers order which went into effect. Tickets contra costa ballets the nutcracker 2018 lesher center. It is the old style done 1944 and earlier in russia. The organization supports lecture demonstrations, scholarships, and a regional company which offers a performing outlet for aspiring young dancers in an atmosphere of professional excellence, and to acquaint, educate and. Located in the heart of downtown walnut creek and the arts. Contra costa ballet brings the nutcracker to life in this festive production filled with colorful costumes, whimsical sets and an array of talented, young dancers. As a testament to the professionalism of the instructors and the quality of the training, my girls continue to grow and improve every year. Dec 01, 2019 returning for its 30th year, contra costa ballet presents the bay areas most familyfriendly production of the nutcracker.
Where to watch nutcracker in the bay area datebook. Oakland ballet to present nutcracker at the paramount. Costa mesa, california american ballet theatre the bees waltz as the prince proposes. Contra costa ballets the nutcracker at lesher center for the arts in walnut creek. Nov 19, 20 holiday season events abound in east contra costa. The contra costa ballet company is a preprofessional company of unusual. For one weekend only, the lesher center for the arts hofmann theatre will transform into the candy kingdom as the stage comes alive with colorful characters, dazzling costumes and whimsical sets. Contra costa ballet presents a festive production of the nutcracker at the lesher center for the arts in walnut creek november 29. Originally from brazil, aurelio guimaraes moved to the united states in 2000. Come join young clara for a magical evening of wonder as she dances her way through the story of the nutcracker.
Now in its seventh year, the production will feature bay are. Story of the nutcracker is an hourlong production of the holiday classic. I have had most of the teachers who teach here, and know many of the adult students. Black diamond ballet, an east contra costa county nonprofit ballet company, is excited to present its 2018 rendition of the nutcracker. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in. Nutcracker ballet fans have two chances to get their fill. The nutcracker presented by the ballet company of east county. Join clara as she dances through the land of sweets and meets all kinds of new friends. Orchestra brings nutcracker to life, 122107 now, the nonprofit peninsula ballet theatre is bringing carlos carvajals critically acclaimed production of the beloved ballet to the venerable theater for the first time. The organization supports lecture demonstrations, scholarships, and a regional company which offers a performing outlet for aspiring young dancers in an atmosphere of. A wonderful holiday tradition for the whole family. George balanchines the nutcracker contra costa county library. Heres where to see the iconic ballet in the bay area the moscow ballet, the san francisco ballet and more performances of the holiday classic.
Nutcracker dvd contra costa county library bibliocommons. Southern california nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Home sale prices from contra costa county, april 11 more in community news. Black diamond ballet to present nutcracker in pittsburg share this. The contra costa ballet centre is the home of the contra costa ballet company. Bdb is the first professional ballet company to proudly call the historic pittsburg creative arts building home. East county performing arts center dance classes in. Black diamond ballet has offered contra costa county offer a school day field trip option open to public, private, and homeschooled children. Black diamond ballet to present nutcracker east bay times. These are just some of the qualities east county performing arts center will foster in your children. Northern california 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 provide more than just great dance classes we are committed to growing happy, healthy kids through our nurturing environment in the brentwood, discovery bay, oakley, and antioch areas. Tickets contra costa ballets the nutcracker lesher. Whether the event is called sweet dreams, sugar plum or family performance it always means the same thing, an opportunity to meet and greet costumed cast members, refreshments and perhaps a picture or two with clara or the mouse king. Contra costa ballet centre 2040 n broadway walnut creek.
We will continue to diligently monitor and reassess this uncertain situation and communicate any updates via email and through our website. This onehour performance is an elegant introduction to the holiday classic. If you like the nutcracker sound track and like to watch ballet, you will love this show. Students learn through participation and observation, experiencing dance movement and theory in a safe and nurturing environment. Our annual guide to nutcracker performances in the san francisco bay area. Nutcracker shows and holiday performances in california. Established in 1969, the san ramon valley dance academy is recognized as one of the finest, most respected studios in the bay area. Coast city ballets the nutcracker at huntington beach historical theater. Now in its seventh year, the production will feature bay area professional dancers including antioch native, terrin kelly sugar plum fairy, luke lazarro sugar plum cavalier, andrea herrea rose queen, amanda farris arabian, and darius travellajarber. About bcec about the ballet company of east county. Holiday season events abound in east contra costa the. For information call frank maccallister at 925 3250934. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker.
The ballet is the only fulllength production of the nutcracker in contra costa county. Returning for its 27th year, contra costa ballet presents the bay areas most familyfriendly production of the nutcracker. Nov 18, 2018 black diamond ballet theatre, an east contra costa county nonprofit ballet company, will present its 2018 rendition of the nutcracker dec. Contra costa county s only fulllength professional production of this holiday classic. He began ballet training at the age of sixteen with the diablo ballet school and contra costa ballet. For one weekend only, join clara and her beloved nutcrackerturnedprince on a magical journey among giant mice and toy soldiers into the deliciouslydelightful candy kingdom. Sacramentos professional ballet company dedicated to bringing classical and contemporary performances of the highest quality to the sacramento region. Founded in 1974, the contra costa ballet foundation is a notforprofit organization whose goal is to foster and develop the art of dance in contra costa county. The story of the nutcracker walnut creek, ca patch. Another 26 covid19 cases confirmed in contra costa county. The search for americas favorite nutcracker is on pointe. Based on the current mandated shelter in place in contra costa county to reduce the spread of covid19, the contra costa ballet centre remains closed through may 3rd. Yerba buena center for the arts forum, 701 mission st. Judah maccabees triumphant saga and accounts of perseverance during the holocaust as well.
Nov 17, 2018 contra costa ballet brings the nutcracker to life in this festive production filled with colorful costumes, whimsical sets and an array of talented, young dancers. Judith prieve, contra costa times nutcracker makes return 120707. Developing dancers of all ages and aspirations, contra costa ballet s program. Nutcracker ballet, christmas at the biltmore on tap. Come and celebrate the holiday season with the ballet company of east county s presentation of the nutcracker.
For one weekend only, join clara and her beloved nutcracker turnedprince on a magical journey among giant mice and toy soldiers into the deliciouslydelightful candy kingdom. Luther burbank center for the arts 50 mark west springs rd santa rosa learn more at. For one weekend only, join clara and her beloved nutcracker. I started at contra costa ballet in seventh grade, in level 5. Black diamond ballet, an east contra costa county nonprofi. Nutcracker goes to school oakland ballet performs the nutcracker dec.
Returning for its 25th year, contra costa ballet presents the bay areas most familyfriendly production of the nutcracker. Idul upon realizing the need for a professional ballet company in east contra costa county. Contra costa ballet centre 2040 north broadway, walnut creek, california 94596 rated 4. Dec 07, 2019 black diamond ballet was created in 2009 by founders michael lowe and sharon sobel idul upon realizing the need for a professional ballet company in east contra costa county. Nutcracker in pittsburg in pittsburg, ca dec 9, 2018 2.
A new movie version of a timeless christmas fantasy set in motion when a young girl receives the gift of a nutcracker. Nov 29, 2019 contra costa ballets familyfriendly production of the nutcracker is a magical journey for all ages. Since 1967, the contra costa ballet centre has been one of the most prominent, classical ballet schools in california. Located in the heart of downtown walnut creek and the arts district. Since 2014, weve provided the educators and students in city of pittsburg and beyond with a special rendition of our nutcracker as an introduction to the arts and for education in the arts. In response to the covid19 pandemic and the contra costa county health officers order which went into effect today, city. The ballet is the only fulllength production of the nutcracker in contra costa. Luther burbank center for the arts 50 mark west springs rd santa rosa learn more at nutcracker. Dd was a ballet student for years, and i was for a brief time. My two girls have been dancing here for nine years. Maryland nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Catch oakland ballet s excellent nutcracker artistic director lustig reimagines show, sets it in vienna during posh edwardian era. The nonprofit ballet company black diamond ballet theatre in east contra costa county involves the entire community and region in this lavish and exciting production, now in its fourth consecutive year. As the lights dim and tchaikovskys beautiful score fills the air, young clara enters a dreamlike journey amid magical toy soldiers, mischievous mice, sparkling snowflakes and a glittering christmas tree.
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