Friday evening, i was transported to the magical setting of minneapoliss state theatre to enjoy another performance of a holiday favorite. Classical ballet academy is the official school of ballet minnesota. As loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy continues its second half century, join us. Tickets are almost sold out for the other eight performances and it is recommended you reserve tickets soon. Erik sanborn, founderartistic director of the metropolitan ballet company. In 1962, loyce houlton started the minnesota dance theatre mdt, creating a place for both professional and emerging dancers to perform and. Dance a rich and delightful nutcracker fantasy from. Nutcracker fantasy in minnesota tickets buy at ticketcity. Minnesota dance theatre is an acclaimed dance company and school based in minneapolis, minnesota.
The orpheum theatre originally the hennepin theatre first opened its doors in minneapolis in 1921. Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists. It is christmas eve and herr drosselmeyer the magician sweeps young clara away on a fantasy adventure in which time is suspended, the family livingroom becomes a great battlefield, and a magical journey takes them through the land of snow. Now in its 47th year, this classic is minnesotas longest running holiday show enjoyed by more than a million people since its first season. It was renamed the minnesota dance theatre in 1969. I was 11, and a new production of the nutcracker was going to be presented in my hometown. State theatre parking find reserved parking near state. The minnesota dance theatre mdt dance company and school in minneapolis, minnesota was founded by loyce houlton in 1962 as the contemporary dance playhouse. This classic christmas tale, a family favorite, has become a tradition for families across duluth. Minnesota ballet duluth entertainment convention center.
Nutcracker fantasy is a vibrant and daring presentation of the worldloved holiday classic, created by renowned choreographer loyce houlton. Nutcracker fantasy loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy minnesota dance theatres beloved holiday tradition returns to the state theatre with tchaikovskys iconic score, loyce houltons imaginative choreography, and the thrilling dancers of the mdt company and school. The nutcracker and i didnt get off to the best start. Loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy lets you celebrate. Purchase tickets online below, by phone at 9525638562, or at our box office saturday, december 2 7. For the minnesota ballet event calendar, please call 2185293742 or visit. Photo by will bove as for the second acts international smorgasbord of dances, it was the section that. More than 100 dancers from across northeast iowa perform alongside the professional dancers of the minnesota ballet bringing the magical tale of the nutcracker to life. Continental ballet companys nutcracker schneider theater bloomington center for the arts. It began a run of six performances at minneapolis state theatre on friday night. Magic still dances through loyce houltons nutcracker. A holiday mustsee for audiences throughout the region, loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy continues its tradition of enchanting audiences as it enters its second half century. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker. As the last stroke of midnight is heard once more, the sugar kum fairy brings clara to the climax of her magical journey.
But the saturday matinee at the state theatre served as a poignant. Reviews of loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy in minneapolis, mn. The legendary marx brothers were the first to perform at the venue that was billed as the largest vaudeville house in the country. On sundays, mdt offers open intermediateadvanced ballet from 11. Cheap loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy tickets at state. Featuring guest artists dusty button, performing as sugar plum fairy, and rasta thomas as cavalier. Sanborn, a native of minnesota, founded the metropolitan ballet and committed the past 14 years of his 40 year career in the fine arts producing, choreographing and staging high impact ballet works ranging from the historically significant classic to the avantgarde. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in.
The nutcracker is bound to clara forever as the young lady takes her place as the princess of the land. More than 150 dancers, artists and production professionals collaborate to create the magical and beloved production. Marks tickets is the best place to find to state theatre mn tickets for loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy fans. Minnesota dance theatre loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy. All cba students can perform in ballet minnesotas productions of the nutcracker and minnesota dance festival. They needed children to supplement the show, and came to my studio. Subtitled a sensual burlesque ballet, nutcracker noir isnt quite eyes wide shut, but there are so many winks that they might as well be. Founded in 1988 by riet velthuisen, a native of holland who danced with the dutch national. Best holiday events and celebrations in minnesota wcco. Moscow ballets great russian nutcracker tickets in minneapolis, mn at orpheum theatre on saturday december 2, 2017. Presented at minnsky theatre, the northeast minneapolis. The legendary marx brothers were the first to perform at the venue that. Minnesota nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet.
Journey with clara as her visions of self discovery and fantasy come to life in the land of the oh so sweet, sweets. Nutcracker fantasy state theater, minneapolis, mn tickets. Lily scott is a french doll in loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy. The workshop does not include a warmup, so you are encouraged to take a ballet class beforehand. Just check this page for any new events or schedule updates throughout the year. Jun 25 state theatre minneapolis minneapolis, mn russian ballet theatre upcoming. Minnesota dance theatres beloved holiday tradition returns to the state theatre with tchaikovskys iconic score, loyce houltons imaginative choreography, and the thrilling dancers of the mdt company and school. Each holiday season mdt presents the ballet loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy based on tchaikovskys the nutcracker. Minnesota ballet presents the nutcracker coming to. Lise houlton succeeded her mother as artistic director in 1995. Enjoy exclusive discounts on parking near the theatre, and book early to ensure you have a guaranteed reserved parking space for your next show or event. Loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy minnesota dance theatre. Minneapolis theater is part of the theatreland ltd collection.
Metropolitan ballet academy is the official school of the metropolitan ballet enrollment is now open for fall classes call or email us now. State theatre 805 hennepin ave minneapolis, mn 55402 purchase parking passes for state theatre events now. Since its inception in 1965, the minnesota ballet has taken the stage to perform the nutcracker. My daughter and i have gone to various nutcrackers over the years. Minnesota dance theatre groups of 10 or more call 6123735665 fri, dec. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you. Nutcracker noir is a sexy world for adults only bring. Welcome to the home of moscow ballets great russian nutcracker in minneapolis. There would be professional dancers, a live orchestra, and it was going to occur at an historic opera house in minneapolis, mn. James sewell ballet performing innovative work that. This beloved holiday tradition with soaring music by tchaikovsky promises to hold the attention of. Experience the beautiful choreography of loyce houlton danced by minnesota dance theatre company members, guests artists and children of the school, with.
Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. This decadesold nutcracker by minnesota dance theatre founder loyce houlton involves really imaginative modern choreography. Buy loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy tickets from the official site. Advanced dancers also have the opportunity to perform with ballet minnesota in the fall concert, youth concert series and summer series river songs. Start your holidays off right with a classic tale of adventure, fantasy and dance. Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes bring the christmas spirit to life. Mdt loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy 50th anniversary. The royal ballets glorious production of the nutcracker, created by peter wright in 1984, is the production par excellence of an alltime ballet favorite. Loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy is a bona fide twin cities holiday tradition thanks to minnesota dance theatre. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballets great russian nutcracker. Carlie clemmerson and zion rivera are in loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy. Loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy the cowles center 528 hennepin ave.
Check the class schedule for the most current class offering. Reviews for loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy in minneapolis, mn at goldstar. Top events at state theatre mn the new standards nathaniel rateliff paw patrol live nutcracker fantasy world of dance lyle lovett kansas peppa pig live blue man group david sedaris. With more than 150 dancers, artists and production professionals, including a 44piece orchestra led by philip brunelle, loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy continues its.
We sell tickets to every loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy show around the world. Only on stage for one long weekend, loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy performed by minnesota dance theatre continues to be a tradition that starts all young and youngatheart hearts beating faster in anticipation of christmas eve. Loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy hennepin theatre trust. Fantasy, the annual december offering of minnesota dance theatre. Featuring ballet, cirque, cabaret, comedy, fire, pole, modern dance and more. Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in minneapolis.
Loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy tickets in minneapolis, mn at state theatre on friday december 15, 2017. Continental ballet company performs a classical ballet repertoire within the twin cities metropolitan area and throughout minnesota. Ballet minnesota school nutcracker ballet classes tickets. Nutcracker fantasy minneapolis tickets cheap nutcracker. Classical ballet academy of minnesota artistry in dance. Mdt loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy 50th anniversary state theatre, mpls claudia hardie. The most popular version in the twin cities has long been loyce houltons nutcracker fantasy, minnesota dance theatres adaptation of the christmasthemed ballet thats been a staple. The mininutcracker is a delightful abbreviated version of twin cities ballets classic, a minnesota nutcracker, designed to introduce children to the magic of the family favorite. I thought it was the perfect first introduction for my lo into a world of ballet and tradition i grew up with. Nutcracker noira sensual cirque ballet presented by minnsky theatre.
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