Artists of Pennsylvania Ballet in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™, choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust
Photo: Alexander Iziliaev
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This year, celebrate 25 years of the Philadelphia region’s most beloved holiday tradition, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™, December 8-30, 2012 at the Academy of Music. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™ is presented by First Niagara.
“Pennsylvania Ballet first performed George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™ back in 1987, and 25 years later it remains our most beloved production,” Artistic Director Roy Kaiser says. “The brilliance of Mr. B’s choreography, the timeless story and score, and spectacular sets and costumes make this ballet a must-see every year.”
Follow Marie and her Prince through the dazzling party scene, a harrowing battle, a glistening forest full of snow, and into the wondrous Land of Sweets. The Philadelphia Boys choir and dozens of local dance students add to the enchantment. See why so many make memories with this production.
Artists of Pennsylvania Ballet in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™, choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust
Photo: Alexander Iziliaev
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New this year! Pennsylvania Ballet is proud to partner with The Salvation Army. At performances of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™, audience members are invited to bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child in need. Once collected at the theater, these toys will be distributed to families across the Delaware Valley throughout the holiday season and beyond.
Tickets start at just $20; but I am so excited to offer a family 4-pack of tickets giveaway to the opening performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker on Saturday 12/8 at 2pm at the Academy of Music. Enter below and share the magic of The Nutcracker with your family this holiday season!
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Disclosure: I received tickets to a performance of The Nutcracker. But all opinions are my own!
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