For anyone whos never seen our version or who just wants a refresher on the story. What its like to watch pbts nutcracker from the stage. By the 198182 season, pbt had made its new york city debut and toured to 28 states, canada and the virgin islands. Telling the familiar christmas story of the gift of nutcracker who comes to life to fight against the devious rat king, the pittsburgh ballet theatre s nutcracker puts its own pittsburghthemed spin on the holiday classic, incorporating nods to pittsburgh s landmarks, history and popular culture with the added exciting twist of an entirely unique casting combination for every performance. The nutcracker a beloved ballet this holiday season at. Thank you to yelp and pbt for allowing me the opportunity to take my family out to the ballet for, the nutcracker. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker marks two. It was developed by pbt artistic director terrence s. I want email news and updates for events in my area. The magic of the nutcracker comes to life on the benedum center stage. Pittsburgh ballet theatre 2900 liberty ave, pittsburgh, pennsylvania 15201 rated 4. Fans of all ages love the fanciful story, swelling tchaikovsky score, and graceful choreography, and whether youve got young children or youre still a young child at heart, its truly a cant. Pbts pittsburghinspired production captures the excitement of the original story through five fanciful scenes.
To add to the fun, pittsburghs benedum center presents the nutcracker ballet now through december 29. As it entered its second decade, pittsburgh ballet theatre cemented its place among the nations leading ballet companies. Everyones favorite holiday tradition besides eggnog, maybe is returning to the stage of the benedum center this december, and tickets for all the nutcracker pittsburgh performances are on sale now. The pittsburgh ballet theatres 15th annual production of the nutcracker will feature performances at the benedum center through dec. Pittsburgh ballets the nutcracker continues at benedum. The ballet is based on a story, the nutcracker and the mouse king, that prussian author e. I went as a young, aspiring dancer growing up, and in the past few years, have the renewed the tradition as an adult. Laurel ballet will give three performances of the nutcracker with the westmoreland symphony. Complete your christmas with the classic story of the nutcracker like never seen before. Its a delightful change that brings the story closer to home for the audience. Its christmas eve in turnofthecentury pittsburgh when a mysterious gift sparks a wondrous adventure. The benedum center is a beautiful example of the bygone era of movie palaces. Christmas is a time of hope, love and giving, but for kids, it is also a time for dreaming. Beneath the stahlbaums christmas tree, a battle between the.
The benedum center for the performing arts was named in honor of the claude worthington benedum foundation, which made the largest contribution toward the restoration of the theater. Pittsburgh kdka the pittsburgh ballet theatre opened the nutcracker friday night the first of 24 performances at the benedum center. Pittsburgh ballet theatre pittsburgh, pennsylvania tourism visit. From the moonlit snow scene to the effervescent land of enchantment, the pittsburgh postgazette calls the nutcracker the best holiday performance in pittsburgh.
We of the pittsburgh area are blessed to have such a facility which brings. In 1982, pbt entered a new era with the appointment of patricia wilde as artistic director a position she would hold for 15 years. The show features two acts filled with beautiful scenery and costumes, dazzling dances set to tchaikovskys glorious score and even snowflakes. In honor of terrance orrs 20th season with the ballet, this production features completely new scenery and costumes while telling the haunting and heartbreaking story of giselle. That time of year is approaching its nutcracker season at the benedum center. Orr, who drew in part from the original 1892 choreography by marius petipa and lev ivanov. See the classic story performed by members of the pittsburgh ballet theatre. With more than 170 wonderful dancers performing to tchaikovskys magical score, this production brings the nutcracker to. The nutcracker pittsburgh tickets are on sale now at stubhub. Accompanied by live music from the pittsburgh ballet theatre orchestra, the pittsburgh ballet season opens with giselle. The address is 237 7th street, pittsburgh, pa 15222.
Benedum center for the performing arts topic youtube. Its one of the most famous ballets of all time and has been a pittsburgh ballet theatre holiday tradition since the 1970s, yet during its 24night. The magic of the holidays comes alive with pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker pittsburgh ballet theatre. Capture the awe and exhilaration of the holiday season with the classic story, iconic choreography and soaring score of the nutcracker. This page features a ballet video titled pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker dec. Pittsburgh ballet theatre shows off its depth of talent by featuring corps dancers in some of the holiday ballets prominent roles.
The magic of the holiday season fills the benedum center stage in the nutcracker. Pbts pittsburghinspired production captures the excitement of the original story through five fanciful scenes, over 150 unique costumes and tchaikovskys timeless score. Pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker 2015 at the. The magic of the holidays comes alive with pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker. Pittsburgh ballet theatre opens the nutcracker friday. The nutcracker pittsburgh tickets the nutcracker pittsburgh tickets for many families, the time of year with the christmas spirit in the air is when they most look forward to outings together. Orr, set to tchaikovskys enduring score, the pittsburgh ballet theatres production of the nutcracker has been a longstanding holiday tradition since the production premiered in. The benedum center for the performing arts is a theater and concert hall located at 237 7th street in the cultural district of pittsburgh, pennsylvania. The nutcracker benedum center pittsburgh ballet theatre. Benedum center 237 7th street pittsburgh, pa 15222. North hills children part of cast for the nutcracker at. Pittsburgh ballet theatre polish hill pittsburgh, pa.
The nutcracker returns to benedum center dance pittsburgh. Journey to a land of enchantment filled with swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers and exciting dances set to tchaikovskys glorious score. The show will be performed at the benedum center through dec. Benedum center archives page 5 of 6 pittsburgh in the. It was written by dan langen and produced by mandy levine. The nutcracker pittsburgh tickets the nutcracker pittsburgh tour. Benedum center the magic of the holiday season fills the benedum center stage in the nutcracker. Pittsburgh ballet theatres storied history with balanchine and tchaikovsky is revived in this mixed. Pittsburgh ballet theatre pittsburgh, pennsylvania. Christmas staple the nutcracker thrills audiences at benedum. The benedum center for the performing arts, a pittsburgh cultural trust theater, is a focal point of pittsburghs cultural district. The nutcracker provides a big share of annual ticket sales for ballet companies across the nation, and pittsburgh ballet theatres production is among the grandest. Administrative offices 719 liberty avenue, 6th floor pittsburgh, pa 15222 phone. A christmas story, the musical pittsburgh official.
The benedum center opened on friday, september 25, 1987, with a show called purely pittsburgh. Pittsburgh clo is pleased that you are encouraging your children to embrace the wonder and magic of live musical theater. Dance writer sara bauknecht shares what its like to be on stage during the party scene in pittsburgh ballet theatres nutcracker. Tickets also can be purchased at the box office at theater square. Pittsburgh ballet theatre announces updates to its 2020. Presented by pittsburgh ballet theatre at benedum center for the performing arts, pittsburgh pa. Pittsburgh ballet announces upcoming season, promotes 3.
Ive attended the pittsburgh ballet theatres production of the nutcracker countless times. To ensure that everyone enjoys the show, please read our child policy for attending clo performances at the benedum center, byham theater. Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show. The nutcracker, pittsburgh ballet theatre at benedum. That was the case for fourth year pittsburgh ballet theatre company member emily simpson, who was born in england and grew up in china.
The nutcracker continues to be magical in pittsburgh, greensburg. Pittsburgh ballet theatre the nutcracker 2019 youtube. How pittsburgh ballet theatres nutcracker measures up to others. Local landmarks, hometown pride and soaring classical ballet will take center stage when the nutcracker transforms the benedum center into a. Its christmas eve in turnofthecentury pittsburgh when a mysterious gift sparks a wondrous. Benedum center for the performing arts visit pittsburgh. Fortunately, it was not demolished but, instead, restored fully to magnificence partly by money from the heinz family. Journey to a land of enchantment filled with swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers and. The nutcracker comes to benedum center on friday 2nd december 2016. Nutcracker, musical christmas carol top pittsburgh weekend. A winter wonderland awaits at pittsburgh ballet theatres the nutcracker. Interwoven with pittsburgh vistas and charm, pbts the nutcracker brings the story home for a holiday tradition that the postgazette calls the most lavish of all in pittsburgh. Subscription benefits include the best seats at the best prices, first access to special offers and behindthescenes opportunities, the vip treatment, and our popular film series.