Re-Imagined Holiday Classic Nutcracker in the Lower from Urban Ballet Theater
Abrons Arts Center (466 Grand Street New York City, NY 10002)
- Full Price:
- $20.00
- Our Price:
- $10.00*
* Additional fees apply.
All offers for Nutcracker in the Lower have expired.
The last date listed for Nutcracker in the Lower was Friday December 3, 2010 / 7:30pm.
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Goldstar Member Tips
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Goldstar Member on What to Wear
Casual and comfy
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Dawsonmel on What to Wear
You can wear what ever you like.
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Liz on What to Wear
People were wearing mixed attire
Goldstar Member Reviews
Deborah R. Clark
The Re-Imagined Holiday Classic Nutcracker in the Lower from Urban Ballet Theater was very good. I had a excellent seat as I got to the theatre early. Goldstar members were treated warmly. I would see this play once again with my grand children. The ballerina dancers were extraordinary. The young volinist was exceptional. The dancers performed well. The stage was well decorated.Written on Dec 05 2009
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Dawsonmel
This event was great! I took my mother and grandmother. I regret not bringing my young daughter because she would have loved it as well. Parking was plentiful. Taxis were out front. The expressway was a couple of blocks up. I would say bring something to drink with you. It was very warm inside. All of the dancers did a WONDERFUL JOB. I would pay full price to go to this event. It was great!Written on Dec 01 2009
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SusanW
Absolutely fabulous!!! What a great take on an old, cliched event. The dancers were simply wonderful (classic ballet, hiphop, flamenco, Native American, tap, it's all done). Clever staging. I can't rave enough about this and will probably go back to see it a second time. Do yourself a huge favor and GO!!!Written on Nov 30 2009
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Janet
I really enjoyed this urban adaptation of the Nutcracker. I love when they broke out in salsa dancing and crumping. That was awesome. i also enjoyed seeing all the children dancing, especially that young fellow who was playing the voilin. Since it was a small theatre all the seats gave a great view. I would definitely recommend this as a great family outing as all will enjoy.Written on Dec 06 2010
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More Information About Nutcracker in the Lower
Website
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Quotes & Highlights
- Watch a video promo of highlights from 2008's production of Nutcracker in the Lower.
Description
Krumping rats and popping soldiers, crooked hats, and the Nutcracker ballet, re-imagined by the Urban Ballet Theater, will never be the same. The Abrons Arts Center hosts Nutcracker in the Lower for its ninth consecutive year, establishing a cultural tradition that is as diverse as it is relevant. Exploding with daring and delight, the classic story of Clara and her magical adventures is tweaked to reflect Manhattan’s cultural diversity. The "Party Scene," traditionally depicted as an opulent 19th-century ball, becomes a holiday salsa fiesta, while the "Battle Scene" between the gigantic mice and crisp toy soldiers is infused with hip-hop choreography. Traditional Flamenco and Chinese ribbon dancers add a dynamic cultural authenticity in the Spanish and Chinese segments, and classical ballet forms retain the traditional grace of the delicate "Snow Pas de Deux" and "Waltz of the Flowers." Tchaikovsky’s original score remains largely intact throughout the ballet, injected with the baselines of hip-hop and the burnished cante of flamenco. The representation of such diversity not only innovates the storytelling for both children and adults, but also serves as a natural expression of the multi-layered community of artists in the Lower East Side.
About the Ticket Supplier: Abrons Arts Center
The Abrons Arts Center brings innovative artistic excellence to Manhattan's Lower East Side through diverse, cutting-edge performances; exhibitions/artist residencies; classes and workshops for all ages, including pre-professional training for youth; and arts-in-education programming at public schools.
Some of the most adventurous artists of the past century have trained, taught, or performed at Henry Street, including John Cage, Aaron Copland, Dizzy Gillespie, Martha Graham, Alicia Keyes, Alwin Nikolais, Jackson Pollack, Denzel Washington, and Orson Welles.