CRYB To Present 'The Nutcracker'
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12/11/2007 - Special to The Post-Journal editorial@post-journal.com
The Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet will present the Nutcracker — a holiday tradition that delights children and adults alike.
The timeless story of young Clara who is given the gift of a magical Nutcracker offers the excitement of a growing Christmas Tree with more than 1,000 sparkling lights; a midnight battle between the Nutcracker and the Rat King which will have kids on the edge of their seats as they watch martial arts artist Justin Clark's interpretation of the Rat King; falling snow during the snow scene and the incredible experience of watching principal dancers from the New York City Ballet in the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.
The performances are scheduled for 8 p.m., Saturday, and 2 p.m., Sunday, at the Reg Lenna Civic Center in Jamestown.
Tickets prices are loge, $25; adults, $15; students and seniors, $10; and children 10 and under, $6. Tickets are on sale and available at the Reg Lenna Box Office at 484-7070 or online at reglenna.com
New York City Ballet principal dancers Megan Fairchild and Daniel Ulbricht will dance the Sugar Plum and her Cavalier.
''We are thrilled to give our young dancers the opportunity to share the stage with world-renowned soloists and also thrilled to give our community the opportunity to see two dancers from one of the world's greatest ballet companies perform right here in Jamestown,'' artistic director Monika Alch said.
Other guest performers include Paul Mockovak as Herr Drosselmeyer, Justin Clark, local martial arts artist and karate instructor as the Rat King, Sylvia Trusso as the Grandmother, Adam Trambley and Libby Nord as the host and hostess, and a special appearance by Len Barry as Mother Ginger. Also performing as a guest dancer is Zachary Hutchison from Victoria, Texas who attended CRYB's summer intensive this past August
Ms. Alch remarks that in addition to the treat of seeing Ms. Fairchild and Mr. Ulbricht dance, the audience will also be impressed by the caliber of performance presented by CRYB ballet students. Solos such as the Nutcracker Prince, Arabian and Spanish, the Snow Queen and Dew Drop will be performed by CRYB pre-professional students, and almost 70 other cast members including both CRYB students and community members will round out the cast.
In addition to the public performances, CRYB will also present two school shows as part of the Arts-In-Education program — schools interested in attending should contact the Reg Lenna Box Office.
CRYB Administrative Director Elizabeth Bush said that with the addition of our NYCB soloists, the CRYB Nutcracker is a great choice for out-of-town visitors looking for a winter get-away weekend.
Sponsors of this year's Nutcracker include M&T Bank and the Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation, Inc. who are funding the replacement of the Flower Scene costumes. The Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet is a not-for-profit organization that provides classical ballet instruction to youth from Chautauqua County the surrounding areas.
The Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet will present the Nutcracker — a holiday tradition that delights children and adults alike.
The timeless story of young Clara who is given the gift of a magical Nutcracker offers the excitement of a growing Christmas Tree with more than 1,000 sparkling lights; a midnight battle between the Nutcracker and the Rat King which will have kids on the edge of their seats as they watch martial arts artist Justin Clark's interpretation of the Rat King; falling snow during the snow scene and the incredible experience of watching principal dancers from the New York City Ballet in the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.
The performances are scheduled for 8 p.m., Saturday, and 2 p.m., Sunday, at the Reg Lenna Civic Center in Jamestown.
Tickets prices are loge, $25; adults, $15; students and seniors, $10; and children 10 and under, $6. Tickets are on sale and available at the Reg Lenna Box Office at 484-7070 or online at reglenna.com
New York City Ballet principal dancers Megan Fairchild and Daniel Ulbricht will dance the Sugar Plum and her Cavalier.
''We are thrilled to give our young dancers the opportunity to share the stage with world-renowned soloists and also thrilled to give our community the opportunity to see two dancers from one of the world's greatest ballet companies perform right here in Jamestown,'' artistic director Monika Alch said.
Other guest performers include Paul Mockovak as Herr Drosselmeyer, Justin Clark, local martial arts artist and karate instructor as the Rat King, Sylvia Trusso as the Grandmother, Adam Trambley and Libby Nord as the host and hostess, and a special appearance by Len Barry as Mother Ginger. Also performing as a guest dancer is Zachary Hutchison from Victoria, Texas who attended CRYB's summer intensive this past August
Ms. Alch remarks that in addition to the treat of seeing Ms. Fairchild and Mr. Ulbricht dance, the audience will also be impressed by the caliber of performance presented by CRYB ballet students. Solos such as the Nutcracker Prince, Arabian and Spanish, the Snow Queen and Dew Drop will be performed by CRYB pre-professional students, and almost 70 other cast members including both CRYB students and community members will round out the cast.
In addition to the public performances, CRYB will also present two school shows as part of the Arts-In-Education program — schools interested in attending should contact the Reg Lenna Box Office.
CRYB Administrative Director Elizabeth Bush said that with the addition of our NYCB soloists, the CRYB Nutcracker is a great choice for out-of-town visitors looking for a winter get-away weekend.
Sponsors of this year's Nutcracker include M&T Bank and the Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation, Inc. who are funding the replacement of the Flower Scene costumes. The Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet is a not-for-profit organization that provides classical ballet instruction to youth from Chautauqua County the surrounding areas.
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