He joined the sacramento ballet as a company member in 2015 and danced there for. Sacramento balletnutcracker sacramento, california event. Sep 10, 2016 sacramento cbs thousands of children have made their way to sacramento this weekend for the sacramento ballets nutcracker auditions. Central pennsylvania youth ballet alumni recall memories of the nutcracker. May 06, 2019 as a student, melanie haller trained for 12 years at the internationallyrecognized central pennsylvania youth ballet under worldrenowned ballet teacher marcia dale weary. Sacramento ballet tickets sacramento ballet schedule. Sam ainley began training at the school of sacramento ballet at age 10 under the direction of melanie haller, followed by crockettdeane. The nutcracker ballet tchaikovskys nutcracker ballet is a fanciful story in dance featuring young clara and her new christmas nutcracker, a gift from her godfather drosselmeyer. As a student, haller trained for 12 years at the internationallyrecognized central pennsylvania youth ballet under worldrenowned ballet teacher marcia dale weary.
Ainley joined the school of american ballet with mentorship from jock soto. Writer and arts enthusiast, diane recently caught up with central pennsylvania youth ballet alumni ian hussey, lia cirio, carli samuelson, adrienne schulte, and jonathan stafford to talk about their special nutcracker memories. Sacramentos professional ballet company dedicated to bringing classical and contemporary performances of the highest quality to the sacramento region. Over the course of a decade, her training included the annual participation with rdanortheast, the international ballet competition, in 2004 and 2008. Sacramento ballets the nutcracker presented by sacramento.
Melanie haller, margoliss current technique teacher and principal at. Melanie haller received her training at the central pennsylvania youth ballet under. Melanie haller received her training at the central pennsylvania youth ballet under world renowned teacher, marcia dale weary, and with other prestigious mentors such as darla hoover, alan hineline, leslie hench, richard cook, and melinda howe. Dec 18, 20 the nutcracker at cpyb ushered them to the next level and created lasting memories. It might be a good night to leave them at home with the sitter and bring them to a matinee later. Watch kids audition for the sacramento ballets nutcracker. Join facebook to connect with melanie haller and others you may know. We are so excited to welcome melanie haller to the mcb family ms.
Haller received her training at the central pennsylvania youth ballet under a worldrenowned teacher, marcia dale. And eight years later hes preparing for yet another production of the popular christmas ballet. Haller received her training at the central pennsylvania youth ballet under a worldrenowned teacher, marcia dale weary. Find shows, buy tickets, check seating charts, plan where to eat and how to get there. Dayton ballet company 20192020 onstage program book library. For three decades, the sacramento ballets performance of ron cunninghams the nutcracker has been an integral part of sacramentos christmas celebration. The nutcrackers origin can be traced back to russia in the late 1800s where choreographer marius petipa and composer peter ilyitch tchaikovsky created the ballet based on eta hoffmans story of the nutcracker and the mouse king. Search and get a list of all events for your favorite sacramento ballet tickets on. Nov 28, 2015 a holiday tradition worldwide, the nutcracker is a feast for the eyes, ears and hearts of all who attend. Come see this classic story come to life, performed by the company of northern california ballet. Jan 03, 2017 i thought that if hes in the nutcracker, i can be in the nutcracker, he said. The first nutcracker at ppac after the camp fire we are recovering stronger than ever come and enjoy this ageless tradition. Hb at home stay connected with our dancers and staff from home visit. Sacramento s professional ballet company dedicated to bringing classical and contemporary performances of the highest quality to the sacramento region.
I went to see the sacramento ballet company perform the nutcracker last night. Capitol ballet company presents the full length ballet of tchaikovskys the nutcracker every december to an audience of youth, families, adults and seniors in venues throughout the sacramento region. Individual tickets for all performances of the sacramento ballets production of the nutcracker are available at the community center theater box office 916 8085181 or through, 8002252277 additional convenience fees apply. Sacramento ballet artistic director amy seiwert on her vision and goals and taking risks. However, his opinion changed when he saw the other boy in the nutcracker. In the 1900s, touring russian ballet companies brought the nutcracker to the united states. Placer theatre ballet is a youth ballet company dedicated to the joy of storytelling through the art of dance. Tots are more than welcome to hang with their parents at this theater. Sacramento press is an online newspaper covering local news and stories that keep you connected to whats happening in the city. As principal of the school of the sacramento ballet, melanie haller trains the preprofessional division the schools three highest levels ages 10 to 18andup.
Melanie haller, margoliss current technique teacher and principal at sacramento ballet, attributes his success to his especially good jumping. Apr 07, 2002 i went to see the sacramento ballet company perform the nutcracker last night. Sacramento the nutcracker, the popular ballet set to music composed by peter ilyich tchaikovsky, opened in at the community center theater, sat. In the studio with sacramento ballet prinicpal melanie haller. Hamilton nieh as the nutcracker certainly caught my eye. Melanie haller melanie began her training at central pennsylvania youth ballet under the world reowned direction of marcia dale weary. Watch kids audition for the sacramento ballet s nutcracker sacramento bee. The story opens at the home of the stahlbaums where daughter clara and son fritz welcome their friends to the family christmas party. The glamorous costuming, the impressive set with a christmas tree that grows and the snow that falls in the ethereal snowflake forest never cease to delight.
He said the children in the ballet will do the scenes they have rehearsed for the nutcracker, except the boys will be getting super soakers and the girls will get tonka trucks instead of dolls. Check out a behind the scenes look at the childrens role in the nutcracker, as well as an interview with the sacramento ballet s ron cunningham. The most beloved of all sacramento traditions, ron cunninghams delightful the nutcracker is the crown jewel of holiday entertainment. Please help us achieve our goals by making a taxdeductible contribution to the sacramento ballet. Sam ainley began training at the school of sacramento ballet at age 10 under the direction of melanie haller, followed by crockettdeane ballet under the direction of barbara crockett, allyson dean and don schwennesen. But sacramento ballet is taking their animal affection a whole new level. View melanie haller s profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community.
We met a new friend anna from front street animal shelter today who knew our lulu before we adopted her and she was called jackie 5 years ago. Engage in this breathtaking institution featuring more than 100 local dancers performing alongside professionals from the sacramento ballet and fresno ballet theatre. Now, as principal of the school of the sacramento ballet, haller trains the preprofessional division the schools three highest levels ages 10 to 18andup. Being a boy in ballet means less competition for roles, more. Nicole went on to dance professionally with sacramento ballet, washington ballet.
On behalf of the sacramento ballet and its dedicated dancers, artistic directors, executive. Anna shared these wonderful pics of lulu in the lobby and backstage of the sacramento ballet the nutcracker, where we first met lulu and knew she had to be apart of our family. Their choreography ron cunninghams continues to be my favorite nutcracker. The nutcracker is the best known ballet in existence and a tradition throughout the us, providing entertainment for all ages. Claras fearless battle with the mouse king, the soaring magic balloon, the sparkling snowflake forest, the delicious kingdom of the sweets, and the radiant elegance of the sugar plum fairy have been creating cherished family memories for three decades. For a detailed look at ticket prices and amazing discounts, visit our website. Sacramento ballet host children for nutcracker auditions. Pick up some concert tickets today and enjoy a night filled. Alumni in the field cpyb central pennsylvania youth ballet. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected.
We welcome dancers from throughout the region in open auditions, provide quality performance opportunities, and offer aspiring young dancers significant roles alongside professional artists. I did a new nutcracker this year, which was so much fun. Dec 19, 2014 you already know dancers really love their dogs. School principal, the school of the sacramento ballet zachary hench. Unfortunate this ballet felt like a childrens recital more than anything. Jan 12, 2017 melanie haller, margoliss current technique teacher and principal at sacramento ballet, attributes his success to his especially good jumping technique. Youth ballet 1995 production of george balanchines the nutcracker. Sacramento ballet serves up great productions loved by the newly initiated and longtime admirers alike in sacramento. Dec, 20 sac ballet welcomes return of live music to the nutcracker. As principal of the school of the sacramento ballet, melanie haller trains the preprofessional division the schools three highest levels. Throughout the season, the sacramento ballet is at the center of the.
This years production, which begins saturday and continues through december 23, is the 30th installment of the holiday tradition. Each spring we present various classical ballets and contemporary premieres in addition to dances from the younger ballet students. Their party scene had lots of energy, the children were wonderful. I thought that if hes in the nutcracker, i can be in the nutcracker, he said. Theyve partnered with sacramento s front street animal shelter to feature adorable, furry friends in their annual production of the nutcracker. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover melanie s.
As principal of the school of the sacramento ballet, melanie haller trains the pre professional division the schools three highest levels. Binda school principal melanie haller school administrator marla quinn. Ana schloemann professional profile, photos on backstage. Sacramento ballet s patrons can find places to park in the area. The sacramento ballet presents the nutcracker through december 23rd at the sacramento community center theatre. Whether youre seeing it again or for the first time, the nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to a magical world of brave toy soldiers and dancing. Sac ballet welcomes return of live music to the nutcracker. Sacramento ballets the nutcracker sacramento press. Once he arrives at the sacramento ballet studio, he warms up on the. Ongoing classes, ballet boot camp, and ballet intensive are all level specific. In ballet, we have a large assortment of jumps which are categorized into petite, medium and large jumps, she said. Our aim is to spur interest in the local businesses, events, and people that make the community of sacramento unique. The sacramento ballet s goal to reach youth is fulfilled annually with several nutcracker matinee performances specifically for kids. Nov 12, 2014 december 6 21, 2014 best known and most beloved of all sacramento ballet productions, ron cunninghams the nutcracker has been seen by hundreds of thousands of people.