The show premiered there in december 1961, playing as a. Kevin mcneir senior editor december 20, 2018 december 20, 2018. The hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hiphop choreography. We are thrilled to be back at the publick playhouse. Ballet west, out of salt lake city, boasts the countrys first and longestrunning production of. C fourweek beginners tap and ballet class for one or two kids at making moves dance collective up to 49% off. We offer classes in ballet, tap, jazz, musical theater, hip hop and lyrical in three divisions. Join fellow alumni and friends at the strathmore for a new twist on a classic. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. Please include a donation to festival ballet virginia for the building of the fulllength nutcracker. Though this play is based in an urban setting, pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky as composer, marius petipa as the choreographer and. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is back and better than ever.
A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen all. Holiday plays in dc christmas plays in dc theatre in dc. Find more events near you by clicking the button below. Jhhn tells the dancing story of transformation of two kids through the arts. Kidfriendly events and activities near washington, dc.
This delightful year of performances includes three newly commissioned works in nextsteps, the celebrated fulllength classic story ballets giselle and cinderella, works by alexei ratmansky, the 21st centurys most prolific choreographer in a night of ratmansky, and the companys beloved production of the holiday classic, the nutcracker. A hip hop nutcracker in washington heights dj boo remix. All performances and rehearsals are in washington, dc. A world premiere inspired by the africanamerican experience, featuring the baltimore symphony orchestra and dc s step afrika. A hip hop nutcracker in rockville, md dec 18, 2019 8. Search for hip hop dancers in washington, district of columbia above. Offering professional instruction by a highly qualified staff. Keeping the holiday tradition alive, several professional dancers work together to perform the ballet in a magical way. The big dramatic moment in the washington ballets nutcracker is when claras toy breaks. The famed nutcracker ballet is presented by the washington ballet this holiday season.
Jun kennedy center eisenhower theater washington dc. With general washington as the nutcracker, george iii as the rat king, and other historical figures, the story comes to life with over 100 dancers, stunning set designs, and original costumes. Genrejumping string quartetand strathmore artist in residence alumnicreates engaging, accessible, classical sound. The hip hop nutcracker features tchaikovskys classic score punched up by allstar contemporary and hiphop dancers, a dj, a violinist, and kurtis blow, one of hiphops founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set. Sep 17, 2015 tchaikovskys magical score is mashed up with explosive hip hop dance and an adaptation of the classic story transplanted to washington heights. Cincinnati ballet has been invited to present seven performances of the nutcracker at the famed john f. Dec 01, 2016 the big dramatic moment in the washington ballets nutcracker is when claras toy breaks. Home about summer 2020 classes performing opportunities. Victorian america scenery and costumes populate this version of the story and the kennedy center. Cincinnati ballet brings the nutcracker to washington dc, 11.
The event youre looking for has either passed or no longer exists. Strathmore presents the popular hip hop nutcracker dec. Find dc dance performances including classical ballet, modern and folk dance, hip hop and more. Rather, it has been influenced by both regions to form its own unique style of music. Our mission is to provide superior dance education while supporting the performing arts in the community at large.
Dance performances dc ballet, modern, hip hop, jazz, tap. A capitol hill neighborhood favorite, the jazz hip hop nutcracker presents a unique take on the holiday classic. This imaginative performance blends modern hiphop choreography, an onstage dj and an electric violinist to recreate the nutcracker in truly original fashion. Wilson high school, 3950 chesapeake st nw, washington, d. For questions on purchasing the nutcracker tickets or general inquries, please. Music from tchaikovskys famous ballet blends with marionettes and costume characters to create this unique production. If you enjoyed the nutcracker with your loved ones, you can also try out one of these other holiday shows in the washington, dc area. Ballet yearround program september 1, 2019 may 31, 2020 yearround program is designed for grades 6 through 12. Septime webres version of the timeless ballet is set in the wintry, historic dc of old, where snowflakes swirl through the air, king george iii is cast as the menacing rat king and none other than george washington. Cheap tickets to all the washington ballet shows are available on cheaptickets. Search all the washington ballet events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. Fourweek beginners tap and ballet class for one or two kids at making moves dance collective up to 49% off. A dozen allstar dancers, an onstage dj, and an electric violinist bring the traditional nutcracker. Upcoming the hip hop nutcracker events in my area today, near my city tonight, this weekend, this summer.
Nov 17, 2019 join mariaclara and the nutcracker prince as they set off for a magical adventurein modern day new york city. This year, the washington ballet celebrates 15 years of its very dc version of the nutcracker, through december 28 at the historic warner theatre in downtown washington dc. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. The momentum dance theatre, now in its 17th year of annual. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop.
Kennedy center for the performing arts 2700 f st nw d. From hip hop to doowop, pop n lock to hippity hop yes, you read that right, the urban nutcracker is full of surprises. The citys traditional style has been described as not quite the same as new york city hip hop nor southern hip hop. Kennedy center for the performing arts, 2700 f street nw, washington, dc 20566 the hip hop nutcracker dec. The urban nutcracker is a cornucopia of dance styles. The show features duke ellingtons nutcracker suite with wellknown hip hop tracks, breakdancing, latin and brazilian dance, and more. Tchaikovskys magical score is mashed up with explosive hip hop dance and an adaptation of the classic story transplanted to washington heights.
A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a. The washington ballets nutcracker tickets event dates. The nutcracker is a story of a girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince. With momentum dance theatre, the jazz hip hop nutcracker will be performed at the publick playhouse from december 6 to 8, 2019. Set in colonialera georgetown and, later, under a canopy of cherry blossoms, the washington ballets d. A rhythmic, percussive take on duke ellingtons jazzy nutcracker suite. The show has become a holiday tradition which has been drawing large audiences every christmas season. The hip hop nutcracker is a holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hiphop choreography. Stub offers cheap the nutcracker in washington, dc tickets for 2020 the nutcracker events along with the nutcracker cost information. Just like the original, in the hip hop nutcracker, mariaclara and the nutcracker prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of. The hip hop nutcracker features tchaikovskys classic score punched up by allstar contemporary and hip hop dancers, a dj, a violinist, and kurtis blow, one of hip hop s founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set. Strathmore performing arts center, 5301 tuckerman ln, north. Jazz hip hop nutcracker is a charmingly lowbudget affair.
A hip hop nutcracker on dec 18, 2019 in rockville, mdwashington dc metro area at the music center at strathmore. Tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance, nyc style the hip hop nutcracker turns tchaikovsky on his head, in the coolest possible way. Cbs a crowdpleasing and uplifting saga just in time for the holiday season. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and. The washington ballets ingenious take on the nutcracker is back for another year of local holiday fun at the warner theatre. Students wishing to be invited to the yearround program are typically evaluated during the summer intensive. The nutcracker washington dc tickets the nutcracker is a story of a girl who dreams of a nutcracker prince. Jazz hip hop nutcracker casting call momentum dance. The hip hop nutcracker, on the other hand, features people. Digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of e. Your guests will be impressed by the fluid movements and quick steps of these talented hip hop dancers. All arts presents the hip hop nutcracker digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of e. A capitol hill neighborhood favorite, the jazz hiphop nutcracker presents a unique take on the holiday classic. The washington ballet tickets washington ballet nutcracker.
Set to tchaikovskys magical score, this celebrated production set in 1882 early georgetown has become the signature nutcracker in our nations capital. A hip hop nutcracker in washington tickets buy at ticketcity. Kennedy center for the performing arts in washington, d. Join mariaclara and the nutcracker prince as they set off for a magical adventurein modern day new york city. As serious as he may appear sitting idly on many a store shelf each winter season, this nutcracker really kicks it up with hi jinx dance and sword play every kid will love. Talented hip hop dancers for hire in washington, dc 100%.
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A dozen allstar dancers, an onstage dj, and an electric violinist bring the traditional nutcracker story to life in contemporary new york city. Our cast of over 35 includes some of the best professional dancers from new york and the dc area, and the talented kids in our jazz hip hop academy. This imaginative performance blends modern hip hop choreography, an onstage dj and an electric violinist to recreate the nutcracker in truly original fashion. Culturecapital gives you quick and easy access to metro dc dance performance schedules with links to the presenters to purchase tickets.
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