Schlagwort: the nutcracker

Missed THE NUTCRACKER Last Christmas?

The Royal Ballet’s spectacular Nutcracker to be streamed

Streaming from Friday 18 February 2022

Due to resource challenges caused by the Omicron COVID-19 variant, performances of The Nutcracker between Tuesday 21 December 2021 and Monday 3 January 2022 (inclusive) were cancelled. Ticket bookers for all affected performances have been contacted by Box Office. 

The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet and makes for a sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Tchaikovsky’s much-loved music is matched to a story of magic on Christmas Eve, and the journey of Clara and her Nutcracker to the Land of Sweets brings with it some of the most familiar of all ballet moments. 

Peter Wright’s gorgeous production for The Royal Ballet keeps true to the spirit of this Russian ballet classic, and the many solo roles and ensembles show the world-class skills of the Company at its best.

More information

https://www.roh.org.uk/cinemas/production/48924

It’s Nutcracker Season

The Nutcracker is the money making machine for ballet companies

Do you know that about half of the worldwide productions of THE NUTCRACKER will be performed in the United States? It is without question the most popular ballet in the US. For many families it has been a much loved tradition to go to see this beautiful classical ballet with all 3 generations of family just before Christmas.

I read an article last year in The Economist which stated that this ballet can generate up to 45% of a ballet company’s annual revenue in America. So THE NUTCRACKER, as beautiful as it is, is actually a cash cow which is really needed by most of the ballet companies as a reliable stream of income. 

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Coming into the Christmas Spirit…

THE NUTCRACKER is my Xmas Ritual

Watching the Nutcracker on Christmas Day is my holiday tradition since years. Numerous ballet companies around the world offer this famous Christmas ballet now online or on Demand. In times of Covid I can’t see The NUTCRACKER live on stage. There are so many beautiful choreographies available, next to the original by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, done in 1892. My  favourite interpretations are by George Balanchine, Peter Wright and Christian Spuck.

The Nutcracker by the Royal Ballet London
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My Top 3 Xmas Gifts

Last Minute GIFTS, Online and For less than $15

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Zu Weihnachten gehört der Nussknacker ins TV!

Ballett Nussknacker und Mausekönig am 25.12.19 im 3SAT um 10.25 Uhr

Ein brilliant erzähltes Handlungsballett virtuos getanzt und neu erzählt!   
Der Starchoreograf des Balletts Zürich Christian Spuck beweist wieder einmal, dass er ein exzellenter Geschichtenerzähler ist. Sein besonderer Clou: Die Vorgeschichte der Originalversion von E.T.A. Hoffmann wird in den Ballettklassiker integriert. Aus der gewohnten einfältigen, wenn auch geliebten Nummernrevue wird ein Thriller, der einen von der ersten bis zur letzten Sekunde fesselt. Mit tollem Tanz – ohne jeden Kitsch und Ballast – präsentieren Christian Spuck und sein Team eine grotesk düstere Handlung.

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The Nutcracker – a money making machine?

Did you know that the NUTCRACKER Ballet is a cash cow for US Ballet companies?

I read an article in The Economist which stated that this ballet can generate up to 45% of a ballet company’s annual revenue in America. That’s why you can see at least one version in every state. It’s a tradition for families to come together and attend a performance of this famous Christmas ballet. Often, children from ballet schools are involved, dancing in the roles of small mice or toy soldiers. Magic happens when the beautiful music of the Waltz of Flowers starts.

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My favourite Drosselmeyers……

are without question Li Cunxin and Dominik Slavkovský.

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Li Cunxin with Queensland Ballet photo by David Kelly

Magic happened when Ballet Star Li Cunxin, was lured out of 18 years retirement for a special performance of the NUTCRACKER with the Queensland Ballet. Taking to the stage in Brisbane for one night only, the 56 year old dancer delivered a mesmerizing performance. While Drosselmeyer is predominately a character role, Li incorporated his own choreography – adding pirouettes and jumps to the performance. His twists and turns hinted at his past brilliance.

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Disney’s Nussknacker und die 4 Reiche

Zuviel Zuckerguss und zu wenig Ballett!

Wochenlang habe ich mich auf den neuen Disney-Film, eine Neuinterpretation des berühmtesten Weihnachtsballetts NUSSKNACKER, gefreut. Als Primaballerina wurde die fantastische Misty Copeland vom American Ballet Theater angekündigt, als Partner der berühmt berüchtigte Sergei Polunin. Ein wirklich vielversprechende Projekt!

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Nutcracker – a cash cow!

Did you know that the NUTCRACKER Ballet is a money making machine for ballet companies?

I just read an article in The Economist which stated that this ballet can generate up to 45% of a ballet company’s annual revenue in America. That’s why you can see at least one version in every state. It’s a tradition for families to come together and attend a performance of this famous Christmas ballet. Often, children from ballet schools are involved, dancing in the roles of small mice or toy soldiers. Magic happens when the beautiful music of the Waltz of Flowers starts.

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Spucks Nussknacker, der tief berührt und doch amüsiert!

Nussknacker und Mausekönig – Die einzigartige Neuinterpretation von Ballettdirektor Christian Spuck feierte am 14. Oktober 2017 premiere. Ab 29. Februar 2020 tanzt das Ballett Zürich sie wieder.

Warum Ballettliebhaber Spuck’s Nussknacker und Mausekönig sehen sollten?

Ein brilliant erzähltes Handlungsballett virtuos getanzt!  
Christian Spuck beweist wieder einmal, dass er ein exzellenter Geschichtenerzähler ist. Sein besonderer Clou: Die Vorgeschichte der Originalversion von E.T.A. Hoffmann wird in den Ballettklassiker integriert. Aus der gewohnten einfältigen, wenn auch geliebten Nummernrevue wird ein Thriller, der einen von der ersten bis zur letzten Sekunde fesselt. Mit tollem Tanz – ohne jeden Kitsch und Ballast – präsentieren Christian Spuck und sein Team eine grotesk düstere Handlung.

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