The Nutcracker
December 1-24, 2011
Warner Theatre
“Simply gorgeous! Washington Ballet dazzles with a capital Nutcracker. This production is truly Artistic Director Septime Webre’s greatest triumph, a showcase of his skills at stage direction and in sustaining a spectacle.” ~ Washington Post
For 50 years, generations of Washingtonians have grown up loving—and introducing loved ones to—TWB’s The Nutcracker. This one-of-a-kind Nutcracker, set in 1882 Georgetown, stars George Washington as the heroic Nutcracker, King George III as the villainous Rat King, Anacostia Indians, frontiersmen, and many other all-American delights. Set to the iconic music of Pytor Ilych Tchaikovsky, the vibrant performance features scenic designs by Peter Horne, costume designs by Judanna Lynn and lighting design by Tony Tucci. Discover, rediscover, celebrate this all-American Nutcracker production December 1 through 24, 2011 at the historic Warner Theatre (previewed by performances at THEARC Theater, November 24-27).
Choreography – Septime Webre
Music - Tchaikovsky
Please note this program will be accompanied by a live orchestra at the Warner Theatre conducted by
David Commanday from December 1 – 7
Leif Bjaland from December 7 – 24
Performance dates and times
At THEARC Theater
Friday, November 25 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 26 at 1:00 & 5:30 PM
Sunday, November 27 at 1:00 & 5:30 PM
At the Warner Theatre
Thursday, December 1 at 7:00 PM
Friday, December 2 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 3 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 4 at 1:00 PM
Wednesday, December 7 at 7:00 PM
Thursday, December 8 at 7:00 PM
Friday, December 9 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 10 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 11 at 1:00 PM & 5:30 PM
Tuesday, December 13 at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00 PM
Thursday, December 15 at 7:00 PM
Friday, December 16 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 17 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 18 at 1:00 PM & 5:30 PM
Tuesday, December 20 at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 21 at 7:00 PM
Thursday, December 22 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Friday, December 23 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 24 at 11:00 AM & 3:30 PM