The holiday favorite features dancers from the ballet school performing a variety of roles including spanish chocolate, arabian coffee. California ballet members may exchange their tickets for a small fee, if. Spanning ages 14 84, the crew classic is a competition for future olympians as well as for those new to the sport. Balletiquette dance studio balletiquette ballet school san diego dancewear school ballet kids jazz tap, pointe pilates reformer kids nutcracker. Pure ballet school, composed of internationallyrenowned instructors for comprehensive ballet education.
Previously she had been a member of ballet concerto in fort worth texas and received scholarships to sab new york city ballet s school harkness and san francisco ballet school. San diego school of ballet, 2650 truxtun rd, san diego, ca. New ballet school offers expert ballet training with a focus on dancer health and child development. The performance features eagle martial arts school students and includes guest performers from san diego ballet schools, young artists of musical theater. Join us on opening night as we pay tribute to our many claras of the past, along with other san francisco ballet school alumni who have been part of sf ballet s nutcracker tradition from the very beginning. Feel the holiday magic at a performance of city ballet of san diego s awardwinning production of the nutcracker. San diegos premiere ballet company featuring classical and contemporary choreography, and one of kind collaborations with other local artists.
San diego civic youth ballet is a 501c3 nonprofit organization and has been the resident classical ballet school in balboa park since 1945. Nutcracker outreach program southern california ballet. The san diego union tribune has called it a spellbinding show. The minimum getin price for san diego ballet the nutcracker. The california ballet has staged the nutcracker at san diego civic theatre since 1971. The city ballet school of san diego was established by internationally known ballet artists, steven and elizabeth wistrich in 1992. This school, which features dancers as young as 5, also performs free excerpts during. Nutcracker is most magical for children 5 and older. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials on these pages are ed by san diego civic youth ballet. All students receive personal, hands on, high quality training from professional instructors.
If you are a san diego county public school teacher, you can apply for a bus grant with artsbusxpress to pay for transportation to. Inspire school of ballet to perform the nutcracker. It has grown to become san diego s premiere ballet school with a world. New west ballet classical ballet training in san diego county. San diego academy of ballets the nutcracker november. Though we are a ballet based school, we offer and encourage all forms of dance in a nurturing and enthusiastic environment. Our history the new san diego ballet, a nonprofit 501 c 3 organization, was founded in 1991 in close association with robin sherertz morgans san diego school of ballet and featuring a strong. Discover san diego s best the nutcracker in 202021. California ballet company jared nelson, artistic director san diego s leading professional ballet company since 1968. The nutcracker experience ballet in balboa park this holiday seas. Classes will be taught by san diego ballet company dancers and staff of san diego school of ballet. The nutcracker is the classic victorianera story of the adventures of clara, the nutcracker prince, herr drosselmeyer and the sugar plum fairy told through a magical theatrical experience to peter tchaikovsky s famous score.
Judith sharp trained and performed with the original san diego ballet company, studied at american ballet theatre in new york, and went on to receive a degree in ballet from the indiana university school of music. Founded in 1945, san diego civic youth ballet has been the resident classical ballet school in balboa park for over 70 years offering affordable, yearround, highquality classes and productions for. California ballet company jared nelson, artistic director san diegos leading. California ballet company presented its first performance to the san diego community in 1968 under the directorship of maxine k. Bringing the classics to life along with fresh, new innovative choreography. As we continue to adhere to the statewide recommendations for social distancing, san diego school of ballet will begin to offer online ballet classes to help you stay active, even while staying home. Thomas armour youth ballet and new world school of the. The dream of becoming a professional ballet dancer may begin with nutcracker. California ballet company jared nelson, artistic director san diegos leading professional ballet company since 1968. San diego civic youth ballet held at the familyfriendly casa del prado in balboa park, this affordable show will delight your youngest theatergoer. Musicians from the san diego symphony orchestra and the international alliance of theatrical stage employees iatse provide california ballet. No children under age 3 are allowed, including babes in arms. Home of the nutcracker at the san diego civic theatre with the san diego. The nutcracker december 24, 2019 san diego civic theatre.
Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. From music and dance rentals, to conventions, special events and keynote presentations, copley symphony hall provides a. This school, which features dancers as young as 5, also performs free excerpts during december nights. Get your tickets to final performances of the nutcracker this weekend at symphony hall. Twelve performances with the city ballet orchestra, john nettles conducting. The date and location for this event is 29dec19 at copley symphony hall, san diego. Founded in 1945, san diego civic youth ballet has been the resident classical ballet school in balboa park for over 70 years offering affordable, yearround, highquality classes and productions for dancers ages 4 to adult in the beautiful casa del prado.
The performers are all part of the san diego civic youth ballet program and will take you on an extraordinary journey to the magical land of the sweets with clara and her nutcracker. Join us in this holiday tradition as clara travels from her familys holiday party to the kingdom of sweets. The scripps performing arts academy in conjunction with the scripps ballet theatre. San diego ballet s mission is to excite, enrich, and entertain its diverse audience through an imaginative presentation of quality classical and contemporary.
San diego ballet brings americas favorite holiday event to dazzling life once again at copley symphony hall. Elementary to high school students at waldorf school of. San diego school of ballet students performing at copley symphony hall with san diego ballet. Home of the nutcracker at the san diego civic theatre with the san diego symphony. California ballet company holds a no exchange, return, or refund policy on all purchases. As you enter the grand lobby of the historic spreckels theatre, you will be charmed by a chorus of carolers bringing you the songs of the season.
Located conveniently near i5 at the poinsettia exit in carlsbad, north county classical ballet is dedicated to bringing the beauty of classical ballet to children and adults of all ages and experience levels in the north san diego coastal region. San diego s premiere ballet company featuring classical and contemporary choreography, and one of kind collaborations with other local artists. Inspire school of ballet presents pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys the nutcracker on saturday, december 7 at 6. San diego ballet 2650 truxtun rd, suite 102, san diego, california 92106 rated 4. California ballet presents jared nelsons highly anticipated all new nutcracker at the civic theatre. Ballet school pilates san diego golden state ballet.
Be part of the training facility that defines excellence. Led by steven and elizabeth wistrich, city ballet of san diego is in its 27th year of ballet in san diego. The scripps performing arts academy provides ballet lessons and dance classes in san diego, ca. Come kick off your holiday spirit with this festive familyfriendly ballet.
San diego s historic ballet school with ballet classes for children through adults in san diego s beautiful balboa park. Guest artist jared nelson, who starred this year in the great gatsby, plays the role. San diego civic youth ballet is staged by students and adults at the casa del prado theater. On her journey, she encounters mice, soldiers, snowflakes, spanish chocolates, arabian coffee, the sugar plum fairy, and many more. San diego ballet presents its version of the nutcracker, directed by longtime san diego choreographers javier velasco and robin sherertzmorgan. Judith sharp became the ballet mistress for the california ballet company in 1988, and teaches for the preprofessional division of the california ballet school. Coppelia rehearsal san diego school of ballet june 2014. Study in the san diego school of ballet is for beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Invite your friends and family and hope to see you there. With visionary choreography, sparkling new costuming and sets, and the polish of the san diego symphony, this new nutcracker will light up the civic stage for the first time this year sure to be a jewel of a nutcracker. San diego civic youth ballet offers specially discounted performances of the nutcracker and our annual spring ballet for school groups and scout troops. Today is your chance to dance in san diego ballet s magical nutcracker.
San diegos historic ballet school with ballet classes for children through adults in san diegos beautiful balboa park. Each year the school produces 3 different productions which are performed in a real theater with lights and costums. 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. Regarded as the first major regatta of the year, the san diego crew classic brings together thousands of athletes from more than 100 universities, clubs and high school programs across the united states.
Ballet performances in san diego city ballet of san diego. Old and new traditions blended in to one premiere of the nutcracker no sugar. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there. These popular events give the children of san diego. The performers are all part of the san diego civic youth ballet program and will take you on an extraordinary journey to the magical land of the sweets with clara and her nutcracker prince.
California ballet presents jared nelsons highly anticipated all new. There are no refunds, credits, or exchanges, even for tickets purchased for the incorrect show time or date. Ticket pricing for schools, girl scout troops, and at the david and dorothea garfield. California ballet presents jared nelson s highly anticipated all new nutcracker at the civic theatre. Financial support for city ballet is provided in part by the city of san diego commission for arts and culture. San diego academy of ballet offers a comprehensive ballet curriculum that encourages each student to fulfill his or her highest potential. With new leadership under executive director, michael currey and artistic director, jared nelson, california ballet company sets its sights on the next 50 years of serving the community with artistic excellence. We specialize in classical ballet as we believe the ballet is the foundation for all other forms of dance. From music and dance rentals, to conventions, special events and keynote presentations, copley symphony hall provides a grand, yet still intimate 2,200 seat capacity venue that will inspire all audiences. Our annual production of the nutcracker features tchaikovskys timeless score and an international cast of more than 100 beautifully costumed dancers.
Welcome to the home of moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in san diego. Dec 7, 2015 monday, december 14, talented, local, preprofessional, young san diego dancers and musicians come together to showcase segments from moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker in a kids for kids holiday performance for elementary and high school students at the waldorf school of san diego. Nov 16, 2017 san diego civic youth ballet is staged by students and adults at the casa del prado theater. Thomas armour youth ballet and new world school of the arts present the nutcracker at miami dade county auditorium saturday, december 2nd 2017. California ballet is the sole ballet company in residence at the san diego civic and balboa theatres. All ticket purchases, both online and inperson, are final. San diego ballet shares studio space with its affiliated school, the san diego school of ballet located in dance place san diego, a stateoftheart dance facility located in ntc promenade on 2650 truxtun rd. Nutcracker kids ballet in san diego tchaikovskys fulllength. We believe a strong understanding in ballet technique is the foundation for all forms of dance. Cathy was a member of the original san diego ballet both under the directors of keith martin and dame sonia arova. It has grown to become san diegos premiere ballet school with a worldwide reputation. Classical ballet instruction located in north san diego county. City ballet of san diego is entering its 27th season of professional ballet performances in san diego.
With visionary choreography, sparkling new costuming and sets, and the polish of the san diego symphony, this new nutcracker will light up the civic stage for the first time this year. On her journey, she encounters mice, soldiers, snowflakes. Ballet classes are available for children, teenagers and adults of all ages and stages. Photography provided by chelsea penyak, dale stokes and carly topazio. Come experience the magic of the san diego nutcracker. About the san diego school of ballet san diego ballet shares studio space with its affiliated school, the san diego school of ballet located in dance place san diego, a stateoftheart dance facility located in ntc promenade on 2650 truxtun rd. Unexpected and joyful, created with love for and performed by ballet institute of san diego students together with eagle martial arts school students and 3 other schools. San diego ballets mission is to excite, enrich, and entertain its diverse audience through an imaginative presentation of quality classical and contemporary. San diego department of theater and dance since 1984.