Annually san jose dance theatre invites the girl scouts, their families, and friends to the production of the nutcracker. The theatre serves the citys community and san jose state university through highquality programming including music, theatre, educational lectures and other performing arts expressive of the unique characteristics and diverse cultures that comprise silicon valley. The sets and costumes were of surprising quality and design beautiful. The theatre company 1400 north benson avenue upland, california 91786 909 9825736 email protected. Costumes for the first act were inspired by period dolls from the history san jose archives and the second. Over the past halfcentury the san jose dance theatre has chalked up 52 enchanting productions of the dreamland. Great russian nutcracker moscow ballet san jose theaters. Nov 20, 2019 the vibrant stapleton ballet nutcracker provides a magical start to the holiday season. San jose dance theatre is proud to present the 54th production of the nutcracker. Mark foehringers nutcracker sweets mark foehringer dance.
San jose youth ballet performing arts 4075 evergreen. This holiday season, experience the beauty and splendor of the san jose dance theatre s, the nutcracker, a san jose family tradition since 1966. Testimonials the nutcracker presented by san jose dance theatre. San francisco ballet auxiliary invites you to an exciting night celebrating the 75th anniversary of san francisco ballets nutcracker.
San jose center for the performing arts 2020 all you. San jose theater is your guide to shows in san joses theaters. Overview the center for the performing arts in san jose, california is managed and operated by san jose theaters, a division of team san jose. If you love a beautiful, breathtaking performance that will sweep you up into the magic of the ballet, you have to get theater tickets for the nutcracker. The company was founded in 1985 as the san jose cleveland ballet, a coventure with the tenyearold cleveland ballet which offered to the dancers added performing exposure, and each city a ballet company for a moderate, shared investment. The moscow ballet, the san francisco ballet and more performances of the. San francisco san francisco ballets nutcracker treat the kids to a magical family performance of the san francisco ballets nutcracker, set right in the city by the bay. The nutcracker ballet san jose california nutcracker ballets. A theatre near u is a nonprofit film and theatre academy for artistic teens interested in careers in film andor theatre acting, directing, and writing. The dancersthey were captivating and quite accomplished. Marching toy soldiers, leaping doves and even circus performers usher in the holiday season this year. The san jose nutcracker is a classical holiday ballet unique to our hometown. I particularly delighted in the waltz of the flowers. Built in 1972 by the frank lloyd wright foundation, it offers large windows throughout the entryways, providing plenty of natural light and spectacular views of downtown san jose.
Be mesmerized by the dance of the diamond back rattlesnake and enchanted by fluttering orchard blossoms. Longtime ballet sj principal dancer karen gabay has choreographed a new. San jose dance theatres long continuing tradition as one of the bay areas most reputable dance institutions is clearly evident in their magical production of the nutcracker, filled with stunning costumes, colorful sets, live music, and the exuberant joy of the dancers. Pick up a tasty meal at their restaurant, located conveniently within the theater. This special production is danced storytelling that is affordable, magical, zany, and fun.
The international irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand in riverdance the 20th anniversary tour. San jose center for the performing arts tripadvisor. James streeter as the mouse king in english national ballets. Mercy high school theatre, san francisco december 7. Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes. It hosts major performances from broadway san jose and other organizations. Presented in partnership with history san jose, it tells the wellloved story of clara and the nutcracker, while featuring historical references to the heritage that has made santa clara valley the center of innovation it is today.
San jose theaters represents the california theatre, the montgomery theater, the san jose civic and the center for the performing arts. The hammer theatre is a distinctive, highquality performance venue in the heart of downtown san jose. Get discount san jose dance theatres the nutcracker tickets for san jose. San jose theater is part of the theatreland ltd collection. San jose dance theatres the nutcracker san jose tickets goldstar.
Drawing on irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures in an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. Best christmas theater performances in the sf bay area. Shawn stuart, best remembered as drosselmeyer in san jose dance theatres annual nutcracker by generations of local dancers and audiences, was a multitalented dancer, choreographer, costume. Holiday nutcracker performances in the bay area marin. Nutcracker opens paciottis 50th season at san francisco. Celebrate the girl scouts of northern california and san jose dance theatre partnership with the 54th annual production of the sj nutcracker ballet. Continuing the tradition for the 54 th year, san francisco bay area and silicon valley dancers take part in this iconic production at the san jose center for the performing arts in downtown san jose. The music of the san jose youth symphony was superb. With performances that range from classical renditions of the nutcracker and a christmas carol to the perennial san francisco favorite dancealong nutcracker, theres something for even the youngest theatergoers. This year we celebrate the 55th annual nutcracker which will be bigger and better. This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere.
San jose cleveland ballets witty, genuinely heartwarming production opened wednesday night at the san jose center for the performing arts. The sets and costumes complimented the amazing dancing. Follow clara as she embarks on her journey filled with colorful characters, breathtaking costumes, majestic scenery and a christmas tree that reaches the sky. Featuring two dance studios and a variety of dance classes, ariel studios has served the campbell and san jose dance community for thirty years. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area.
Where to watch nutcracker in the bay area datebook. 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. This year we celebrate the 55th annual nutcracker which will be bigger and better than ever. Mark foehringers nutcracker sweets mark foehringer. Bay area holiday dances for all nutcracker fan or not. The golden gate theater is another large venue owned by shn that hosts the most popular musicals on the san francisco performing arts calendar.
Over the past halfcentury the san jose dance theatre has chalked up 52 enchanting productions of the dreamland adventures of a little girl and her treasured christmas gift in the nutcracker and nows your chance to snag a seat for number 53. San jose theaters, a division of team san jose, is responsible for the management, operations and maintenance of the montgomery theater, the california theatre, san jose s center for the performing arts and the san jose civic, all conveniently located in the heart of downtown san jose, ca within walking distance of one another. Youll always find the best seats and selections at stubhub. San jose ballet offers stunning ballet performances and presentations throughout the year but theres one special event that simply resonates in the minds of those.
Dec 07, 2017 nutcracker opens paciottis 50th season at san francisco ballet. It is a joyous spectacle, just the sort of thing to make children of. Find upcoming events at san jose s official calendar of the san jose civic, center for the performing arts, california theatre and montgomery theater. The nutcracker san jose dance theatre san jose theaters. Holiday nutcracker performances in the bay area marin mommies.
Special family performances offer reduced pricing in certain sections. Sachis friend loved the costumes and dancing, and said that she finally. Dec, 2011 photo by john gerbetz ballet san jose presents dennis nahats the nutcracker december 1023, 2011 san jose center for the performing arts 255 almaden boulevard at park avenue in downtown san. Ballet san jose s nutcracker will run from december 8 through december 23 at the san jose center for performing arts, 255 almaden blvd. San joses longestrunning production of the nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to a magical world of brave toy soldiers and dancing snowflakes. Reviews of san jose dance theatres the nutcracker in san jose. The longest running san jose nutcracker ballet produced by san jose dance theatre presents this family holiday classic in san jose center for the. San jose center for the performing arts theater information, map and history. Testimonials the nutcracker presented by san jose dance. Along with all the magnificent sets, costumes, special effects and of course.
James streeter as the mouse king in english national. Presented in partnership with history san jose, it tells. San jose, cathe nutcracker annual ballet performance produced by san jose ballet offers one of the finest displays of costumes, stage lighting, effects, and dance in the us. This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by. Hello ticketmaster friends, its been a family tradition to take my children to the nutcracker in san jose, weve been going for the past 3 years and the children loved it. Ballet san jose offers a new production of the nutcracker, with sets. Join us for this holiday event and you will enjoy a night of specialty cocktails, fabulous hors doeuvres, music, and more.
Discounts available for youth, seniors, and groups of 10 or more. Great russian nutcracker features worldclass artists, dazzling costumes and sets and puppets. San jose center for the performing arts, 255 south almaden blvd. Presented in the historic california theatre of the performing. Find broadway shows, musicals, plays and concerts and buy tickets with us now. Nutcracker san jose center for the performing arts.
Inland dance theatre presents its holiday tradition the nutcracker ushering in the holiday season with a magic, wonder and beauty all its own. Nov 05, 2019 san francisco ballet in helgi tomassons nutcracker in 2018. Established in 2003, theatreland offers the largest individual collection of websites providing complete, impartial guides to all the theatrical. Now in its 30th year, this production features inspired dancing, exquisite costumes and lavish sets.
Santa clara ballets nutcracker in santa clara, ca dec 8. It is a joyous spectacle, just the sort of thing to make children of all ages fall in love with ballet. San jose dance theatre is proud to present the 54 th production of the nutcracker, a bay area family tradition since 1966. San jose center for the performing arts 2020 all you need. Ballet san joses new production will utilize sets and costumes from.
Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists. Nutcracker opens paciottis 50th season at san francisco ballet. Childrens musical theater san jose cmt san jose is one of the nations top youth theaters. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of its nutcracker, san jose dance theatre presents its version of the holiday classic with live accompaniment. Apr 25, 2016 san jose center for the performing arts. This holiday season, experience the beauty and splendor of the san jose dance theatres, the nutcracker, a san jose family tradition since 1966. San francisco performing arts calendar sf tourism tips. For the first time we welcome to the stage our new professional company dancing with our returning guests and academy dancers. The theatre serves the citys community and san jose state university through highquality.
San jose center for the performing arts, 255 almaden st. It originally opened in the 1920s as a vaudeville house, then served as a concert venue for artists like frank sinatra and nat king cole, and later as a cinema before its beautiful art deco architecture. Wherever you live in the the san francisco bay area, theres no shortage of sugar plum fairy dances as a number of local and touring ballet companies will be performing nutcracker around the region in november and december. Ballet san jose offers a new production of the nutcracker.
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