The finale of maine state ballets production of the nutcracker. The interesting thing about the nutcracker at the merrill auditorium in portland, maine is just how quickly an audience can settle into it, year after year, like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold. A holiday tradition for all ages, the bsos annual production of the nutcracker with the robinson ballet is beloved by audiences throughout maine. Family friendly atmosphere where students can learn ballet, tap and jazz. Students herald the holidays with maine state ballet saint.
Maine nutcracker ballet performance directory the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet. Its mission is to uplift the maine community through the medium of dance. Nov 25, 2014 maine state ballet founder linda macarthur miele studied ballet with balanchine and later danced in the new york city ballet company. Maine state ballet s the nutcracker has inspired our holiday playlist. Nov 26, 2011 holden, a 17yearold junior, and bickford, a 15yearold sophomore, take center stage as the nutcracker prince and clara in the maine state ballet production of the classic holiday story. Dec 05, 2019 portland, maine the maine state ballets performance of the nutcracker is sure to awaken the holiday spirit in even the grumpiest humbug sugarplum fairies, tin soldiers and a giant, growing christmas tree light up the stage at the merrill auditorium in portland as the maine state ballet puts on its 43rd production of the classic show which runs until december 8. Maine state ballets the nutcracker kicks off holidays. Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker features the traditional. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the nutcracker.
Join us for a magical afternoon as clara, the sugar plum fairy, and the nutcracker grace the stage of the collins center for the arts as the bangor symphony orchestra brings tchaikovskys score to life. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the. Maine s premiere professional ballet company under the direction of former new york city ballet dancer linda macarthur miele, located in our new state of the art facility in falmouth. Porttix is the only authorized box office for maine state ballet s nutcracker. She said her good relationship helped her get the rights to the balanchine pieces, and that maine state ballets nutcracker is the only one in maine to include balanchine choreography. This perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and. Be sure to check out the nutcracker site before you decide where you will see a holiday performance of the nutcracker. The maine state ballet companys mission is to uplift the maine community through the medium of dance. Maine state ballet dance studio falmouth, maine 141. Maine state ballets the nutcracker maine state ballets the nutcracker maine state ballets annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maines holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition. When you buy maine state ballet tickets, feel confident that your credit card information will be safe and secure. Usm student leading maine state ballets the little. Maine state ballets the nutcracker has inspired our.
Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker features the traditional story of the nutcracker prince and. Nutcracker ballet portland, maine moscow ballet presents the nutcracker ballet nutcracker performance listings by state, city and the company performing the ballet. Porttix is the only authorized box office for maine state ballets nutcracker. Oct 19, 2019 a victorian nutcracker december 1722, 2019. Julia has literally been part of the maine state ballet since she was an infant. Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker features the. The nationally acclaimed company estimates that over.
This holiday season, experience moscow ballets great russian nutcracker acclaimed by the press and adored by audiences everywhere. To avoid unauthorized websites that sell tickets at a markup, purchase. A dancer waits to go on stage for the waltz of the snowflakes during a performance of maine state ballet s the nutcracker at merrill auditorium in portland on tuesday. The maine state ballet s the nutcracker will bring the beauty and joy of the season to portlands merrill auditorium saturday, november 29 through sunday, december 7. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the nutcracker the familiar story is told with comedy, athleticism as well as a surprise guest, much to the delight of young attendees. The school offers a complete classical ballet program beginning at grade one and progressing to pointe, variations, and partnering for advanced and professional dancers. Established in 1986, it now consists of over 25 dancers and has become the leading professional dance company in the state of maine.
Tchaikovsky richard winsor, dominic north hd 1080p duration. Maine state ballets the nutcracker 2015 sneak peek youtube. Maine state ballets performances of the nutcracker generously. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker performed at merrill auditorium in portland november 23december 2, 2018. With nearly 300 talented dancers in gorgeous costumes, a lush setdesign that inspires wonder and awe, and music that celebrates the season, the maine state ballets nutcracker is maines grandest ballet presentation and a beloved holiday tradition. We are the official school of the maine state ballet company. Featuring brand new overthetop production and world class russian artists. Larger than life puppets, nesting dolls and gloriously handcrafted costumes bring the christmas spirit to life. I have always loved the performance but figured i was just partial because my kids were in it but i have to say i was so. The maine state ballet company, established in 1986 in falmouth, has fast become the leading professional dance company in the state of maine. Usm student leading maine state ballets the little mermaid. Maine state ballet s dance classes, outreach events, lecture demonstrations in the schools and backstage childrens concert series embody the fundamental element of our educational vision. The company, comprised of over 25 dancers, trains and performs throughout the year.
Nov 20, 2019 the finale of maine state ballet s production of the nutcracker. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballets performance at merrill. Route one, falmouth, maine 04105 maine state ballet presents eight performances of its critically acclaimed classic holiday ballet, the nutcracker, over two weekends november 24th through december 3rd. Maine state ballet s annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portlands holiday season. Maine state ballet presents its perennial holiday favorite nutcracker at portlands merrill auditorium.
The interesting thing about the nutcracker at the merrill auditorium in portland, maine is just how quickly an audience can settle into it, year. Among other things on the plus side, the ballet will be presented over three full weekends, which is an unusually long run. Groups for inspiration and financial assistance options for photographers. Get tickets for maine state ballets the nutcracker. Join us for a magical afternoon as clara, the sugar plum fairy, and the nutcracker grace the stage of the collins center for the arts as the bangor symphony orchestra brings tchaikovskys score. The ballet s repertoire includes fulllength productions and smaller ballets that showcase the companys growing talent. First time sugar plum fairy, kallee gallant, is practicing to make her moves just right for her big day. Maine state ballet returns with the nutcracker porttix. Maine state ballet the nutcracker porttix the official box office at. Tchaikovskys familiar score and artistic director nell shipmans beautiful choreography make for an experience your whole family will remember for years to come.
Mar 21, 2017 for maine state ballet, the benefits of moving this years production of the classic swan lake from the grandeur of merrill auditorium to the modest comfort of its home theater in falmouth outweigh the costs. Get in the holiday mood with maine state ballets 43rd. Maine state ballet 348 us route 1, falmouth, maine 04105 rated 4. At the time i joined maine state ballet, i was dancing on a wellknown competitive dance team and also cheerleading. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballet s nutcracker in portland maine. This year, as always, maine state ballet s nutcracker is a feast for the senses, a treat for everyone from children with sugarplum dreams to experienced fans of theater and dance. The maine state ballets school for the performing arts offers instruction in classical ballet, broadway style jazz, and tap to over 500 students from age 3 through advanced adult. Advanced ballet students have the unique opportunity to be trained in the balanchine technique and balanchine style. Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker features the traditional story of the nutcracker prince and clara, classic choreography, glorious sets and dazzling costumes by associate director gail csoboth and live music by the maine state ballet orchestra and chorus conducted by karla m. All levels of tap classes for students grade 3 through adult, beginner through advanced are offered. Maine state ballet the nutcracker porttix the official.
Maine state ballet s maintains a dance school population of 500 dancers ranging in age from 3 to 62 years and residing in large area of southern maine. Official school offers ballet, tap and jazz instruction, as well as summer workshops. Dec 21, 2019 a holiday tradition for all ages, the bsos annual production of the nutcracker with the robinson ballet is beloved by audiences throughout maine. The 21yearold math major from standish serves as one of maine state ballet s principal dancers. I love this ballet, said druchniak, who has managed to keep up with her responsibilities to both the production and the ballet company while maintaining her. Portland, maine the maine state ballet s performance of the nutcracker is sure to awaken the holiday spirit in even the grumpiest humbug sugarplum fairies, tin soldiers and a giant, growing christmas tree light up the stage at the merrill auditorium in portland as the maine state ballet puts on its 43rd production of the classic show which runs until december 8. This year, as always, maine state ballets nutcracker is a feast for the senses, a treat for everyone from children with sugarplum dreams to experienced fans of theater and dance. Celebrate this christmas with the one and only moscow ballet s great russian nutcracker. Une student performs lead role in maine state ballets. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in maine. Maine state ballet founder linda macarthur miele studied ballet with balanchine and later danced in the new york city ballet company. Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker. We invite you to kick off the season with the magic of maine state ballet s the nutcracker this weekend.
The nationally acclaimed company estimates that over 150,000 people have joined the audience throughout over 200 performances, a record for the portland area. Maine state ballet presents eight performances of its critically acclaimed classic holiday ballet, the nutcracker, over two weekends november 24th through december 3rd. Before bringing her talents to maine, artistic director linda macarthur miele danced in at least 500 nutcracker performances with. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballets nutcracker in portland. Maine state ballet named best dance company in maine by down. Maine state ballets annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maines holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition. Julia lopez medical biology, 21 recently made her debut as the sugar plum fairy in this years production of the holiday classic the nutcracker performed by the maine state ballet.
The 16yearold is a member of the bossov ballet theatre at maine central institute in pittsfield. Maine state ballets the nutcracker, a perennial favorite of portlands holiday season and family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and most spectacular nutcracker. Maine state ballets annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maine s holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition. Maine state ballet s the nutcracker runs thanksgiving weekend through december 8. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker, a full length performance of the classic christmas story, the nutcracker and the mouse king to merrill auditorium. Maine state ballet 348 us route 1 falmouth, me dance. Celebrate the season with a maine holiday tradition. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballets nutcracker in portland maine. Behind the scenes at maine state ballets the nutcracker. For the first time in ten years neither of my kids were in the show so i got to sit in the audience from beginning to end of this magical ballet.
Three ballet seasons offered, including nutcracker. Garden of living flowers to a different tune duration. See swan lake up close at the maine state ballet mainetoday. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker performed at merrill auditorium in portland november 23december 2, 2018 this perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and most spectacular nutcracker. Lighting the way for maine state ballets the nutcracker. All rights reserved bangor ballet 2016 website by studio linearstudio linear. Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele.
Maine s professional ballet company and home to the leading classical training in the state. Lighting the way for maine state ballet s the nutcracker the finale of maine state ballets production of the nutcracker. She said her good relationship helped her get the rights to the balanchine pieces, and that maine state ballet s nutcracker is the only one in maine to include balanchine choreography. In the unlikely event that a performance is canceled. Established in 1986, it now consists of over 25 dancers and has become the. The maine state ballet company, established in 1986, has fast become the leading professional dance company in the state of maine. Get tickets for maine state ballet the nutcracker at merrill auditorium. Maine state ballets the nutcracker portland downtown.
This perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and most spectacular nutcracker. Find a performance in your state, or visit your city to find out when we will be in your area. Maine state s ballet the nutcracker is back at merrill on nov. Bring the whole family to merrill auditorium november 28th through november 6th for maines greatest holiday tradition, maine state ballets. A dancer waits to go on stage for the waltz of the snowflakes during a performance of maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium in portland on tuesday. The nutcracker maine state ballet by dan marois the interesting thing about the nutcracker at the merrill auditorium in portland, maine is just how quickly an audience can settle into. To avoid unauthorized websites that sell tickets at a markup, purchase tickets by calling 207 8420800 or visiting the box office at 20 myrtle street in portland, or clicking on the purchase tickets link above. She was playing the character marie, sometimes called clara, in the ballet. To avoid unauthorized websites that sell tickets at a markup, purchase tickets by calling 207 8420800 or visiting the box office at 20 myrtle street in portland, or clicking on the link below. Nutcracker mouse report 2014 by maine state ballet. Miele looks back on glenns 20yrs as principal dancer. We will oversee the entire maine state ballet transaction from the time you purchase until you get your tickets, so if there are any last minute questions, you only have one number to call, 866. To avoid unauthorized websites that sell tickets at a markup, purchase tickets by calling 207 8420800 or. I went to see maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium that year and noticed the face of one of my friends from the competitive dance team.
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