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Barrington - The Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble presents The Nutcracker at the Barrington High School Auditorium. Local dancers as well as guest
artists make this enchanting production sparkle. Performances are November 30, December 1 and 2. Please call 847-382-6333 to order tickets. www.byde.org
Bloomington/Normal - USA Ballet - www.usaballet.org
Bloomington
- The Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker at the Bloomington Performing Arts Center. For additional performance details and ticket purchase information please visit www.nutcracker.com 309-434-2777
 Cicero
- Ballet Legere is pleased to announce they will be presenting their 23rd annual production of "THE NUTCRACKER BALLET" in its
entirety, with full orchestra, a cast over 130, lavish costumes and dazzling effects. Performances are at the historic landmark, Chodl Auditorium - 2423 S. Austin in
Cicero, Illinois. Performances run from December 11 - 16th. Please call 773-237-1874 or e-mail BALLETLEGERE@yahoo.com for tickets.
Chicago - Auditorium Theatre - Joffrey Ballet of Chicago -  Chicagoland's most popular family holiday entertainment: Robert Joffrey's glorious production,
with enchanting Victorian scenery and costumes, Gerald Arpino's thrilling waltzes of the Snowflakes and Flowers, dozens of dancing and singing children, and the
incomparable Joffrey dancers, creating a spectacle that children of all ages will cherish forever.  The Joffrey's Nutcracker is imbued with the quality of magic. Celebrate the season
with The Nutcracker where children and adults are dazzled and delighted by childhood memories. The Auditorium Theatre is located at 50 E. Congress Parkway - For tickets
call Tickemaster at 312-902-1500
PROGRAM DATES
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Friday, December 14, 2007
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007
Saturday, December 22, 2007
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Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Friday, December 28, 2007
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Chicago - Harris Theatre for Music and Dance - Choreographer Kenneth von Heidecke
and Chicago Festival Ballet will present "The Nutcracker" at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Millennium Park, 205 E. Randolph Dr., Chicago. Von Heidecke returns to the Harris
for a second year after his 2005 debut in Chicago, and returns to the MAC and Rialto for his 16th year. He also tours nationally with the production, and has earned accolades around the
country for his innovative presentation of the holiday classic. Backed by a legend, Maria Tallchief, legendary Prima Ballerina Assoluta (one of only six women in the history of ballet to
receive this title), is artistic advisor to Chicago Festival Ballet and endorses von Heidecke's production. Considered the greatest American ballerina, Tallchief was the original Sugarplum
Fairy in George Balanchine's 1954 version of "The Nutcracker," whose choreography is the most emulated around the world today. "Balanchine's version of the Nutcracker is considered
the best, and von Heidecke's version measures up to that beautifully. That's how good it is," said Tallchief. "It is truly magical."
call (312) 334-7777.
Chicago - Hindsdale Central Auditorium - (630)769-1199 Salt Creek Ballet - www.saltcreekballet.org
Chicago - Noble Horse Theatre - www.noblehorsechicago.com - 312-266-7878
Chicago - Chicago Festival Ballet will present Kenneth von Heidecke's "The Nutcracker" at
three Chicago-area theatres this holiday season. For the first time, all performances will feature live accompaniment by the New Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of Conductor
Kirk Muspratt. Chicago Festival Ballet also tours nationally with the production, earning accolades around the country.
Chicago Festival Ballet's "The Nutcracker" is choreographed by founder and director,
Kenneth von Heidecke. Known for an artistic style that underscores the precision and discipline of ballet, von Heidke aptly blends technical prowess, refined athleticism and crowd-pleasing
acrobatics in his celebrated version of the holiday classic.
Coupled with festive staging, the production is brought to life by a diverse cast of company
members whose credentials include the Joffrey Ballet, Lyric Opera Ballet, National Ballet of Cuba, Ballet Internacional de Caracas and Luna Negra Dance Theatre. Students from Von
Heidecke's School of Ballet will also join the cast. Tchaikovsky's score is skillfully performed
by New Philharmonic Orchestra, a fully-professional, 80-member orchestra under the direction of Conductor and Music Director Kirk Muspratt, recently named a Chicagoan of the Year in the arts.
Backed by a legend Maria Tallchief, legendary Prima Ballerina Assoluta (one of only six
women in the history of ballet to receive this title), is artistic advisor to Chicago Festival Ballet
and endorses von Heidecke's production. Considered the greatest American ballerina, Tallchief was the original Sugarplum Fairy in George Balanchine's 1954 version of "The Nutcracker,"
whose choreography is the most emulated around the world today. Tallchief has named von HeiDecemberke her protégé, and considers him to be carrying on the Balanchine legacy.
"Balanchine's version of the Nutcracker is considered the best, and von Heidecke's version measures up to that beautifully. That's how good it is," said Tallchief. "It is truly magical."
For more information, call Chicago Festival Ballet at 630-527-1052.
At the Rialto Square Theatre, 15 E. Van Buren St., Joliet
2 p.m. Sunday, November 25
Tickets: $19.50 - 35; call (815) 726-6600 or visit www.rialtosquare.com .
At the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Millennium Park, 205 E. Randolph Dr., Chicago
2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, December. 1
Tickets: $15 – 57; call (312) 334-7777 or visit www.harristheaterchicago.org .
At the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
7 p.m. Friday, December. 21
2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, December. 22
2 and 7 p.m. Sunday, December. 23
Tickets: $23 - 33; call (630) 942-4000 or visit www.AtTheMAC.org .
Decatur - The Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker at the Kirkland Fine
Arts Center. For additional performance details and ticket purchase information please visit www.nutcracker.com 217-424-6318
DeKalb - The Beth Fowler Dance Company will perform their 14th annual Nutcracker Ballet
at the Historic Egyptian Theater, 135 N. 2nd St. in DeKalb, Illinois.
December 7th @ 7 p.m.
December 8th @ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
December 9th @ 2 p.m.
The Beth Fowler Dance Company, a pre-professional performing organization since
1994, is the ultimate goal of dancers prepared for dance company membership after many years of study with the Beth Fowler School of Dance, 303 W. Main, Genoa, Illinois, which was
established in 1983.
Company members are now in rehearsal for "The Nutcracker," and tickets are on sale
for the company's 14th annual production of Tchaikovsky's classic holiday ballet. Children
from the Beth Fowler School of Dance perform the children's roles. Professional dancers, full sets and costumes, special effects and props are highlights of the show.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and younger.
Tickets and information are available at 815-784-5658. www.bethfowlerschoolofdance.com
Glen Ellyn - McAninch Arts Center - Choreographer Kenneth von Heidecke and Chicago
Festival Ballet will present "The Nutcracker" at the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. For the first time, performances will feature live accompaniment by the New
Philharmonic Orchestra at selected McAninch performances. Von Heidecke returns to the Harris for a second year after his 2005 debut in Chicago, and returns to the MAC and Rialto
for his 16th year. He also tours nationally with the production, and has earned accolades around the country for his innovative presentation of the holiday classic. Backed by a legend,
Maria Tallchief, legendary Prima Ballerina Assoluta (one of only six women in the history of ballet to receive this title), is artistic advisor to Chicago Festival Ballet and endorses von
Heidecke's production. Considered the greatest American ballerina, Tallchief was the original Sugarplum Fairy in George Balanchine's 1954 version of "The Nutcracker," whose
choreography is the most emulated around the world today. "Balanchine's version of the Nutcracker is considered the best, and von Heidecke's version measures up to that beautifully.
That's how good it is," said Tallchief. "It is truly magical."dates. Call (630) 942-4000 or visit on the web at: www.chicagofestivalballet.com .
Hinsdale - Hinsdale Central Auditorium - Salt Creek Ballet - (630)769-1199 - www.saltcreekballet.org
Joliet - Rialto Square Theatre - Choreographer Kenneth von Heidecke and Chicago
Festival Ballet will present "The Nutcracker" at the Rialto Square Theatre, 15 E. Van Buren St., Joliet. For the first time, performances will feature live accompaniment by the New
Philharmonic Orchestra. The New Philharmonic Orchestra, directed by Conductor Kirk Muspratt, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Von Heidecke returns to the Harris for
a second year after his 2005 debut in Chicago, and returns to the MAC and Rialto for his 16th year. He also tours nationally with the production, and has earned accolades around the
country for his innovative presentation of the holiday classic. Backed by a legend, Maria Tallchief, legendary Prima Ballerina Assoluta (one of only six women in the history of ballet to
receive this title), is artistic advisor to Chicago Festival Ballet and endorses von Heidecke's production. Considered the greatest American ballerina, Tallchief was the original Sugarplum
Fairy in George Balanchine's 1954 version of "The Nutcracker," whose choreography is the most emulated around the world today. "Balanchine's version of the Nutcracker is considered
the best, and von Heidecke's version measures up to that beautifully. That's how good it is," said Tallchief. "It is truly magical."
Dates: 2 p.m. Sunday, November 26 featuring New Philharmonic Orchestra
Tickets: $19.50 - 33; call (815) 726-6600.
Lake Zurich - The company of Illinois Youth Dance Theatre showcases the talents of over
60 dedicated members ranging in age from four to adult. The performance takes you on a journey that begins in a Victorian home where magic dolls, a Nutcracker Prince, and the Rat
King and his mice come to life! Travel with Marie and her Prince to the Kingdom of Sweets, where Snowflakes sparkle, Candy Canes cavort, and Flowers fill the stage with a swirl of color
and movement. You will marvel at the accomplished dancing of these young performers. IYDT will feature a guest artist, Sam Pergande, formerly with the Joffrey Ballet.
Alyce Keaggy-Brinkmann is the Artist Director of IYDT. She danced professionally with
the Milwaukee Ballet Company for 13 years beginning in 1983. She was promoted to soloist in 1986 by Artistic Director Basil Thompson and is a faculty member of the Milwaukee School
of Ballet. Mrs. Brinkmann's professional training began on scholarship at the Ruth Page Foundation of Chicago, under Director and nationally acclaimed Ballet Master Larry Long.
Under Mr. Long's direction, she performed with the Chicago Tribune Charities in "The Nutcracker" for four years, prior to joining the Milwaukee Ballet.
Please contact Illinois Youth Dance Theatre, Inc. at (815) 675-9359 now to reserve seats.
Please call if you have any questions regarding the show. We look forward to seeing you at the show. Lake Zurich High School
Performances will be at the Performing Arts Center, 300 Church St., Lake Zurich, IL 60047, Friday, December 21, 2007 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 22, 2007 2:00 pm &
7:00 pm Cost: $25.00 Call: (815) 675-9359 for tickets or visit www.dancepasg.com
Peoria - Peoria Civic Center Theater (309)673-3200 - Peoria Ballet - www.peoriaballet.com
Rockford - Ballet Metropolitan will present the Nutcracker in the Rockford area at Belvidere
High School Performing Arts Center. 815-654-7190 to purchase tickets or for more information.
Rosemont (Chicago) - The Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker at the
Rosemont Theatre. For additional performance details and ticket purchase information please visit www.nutcracker.com 312-559-1212
Springfield - Sangamon Auditorium - Springfield Ballet Company - www.springfieldballetco.org
University Park - Center for Performing Arts - Salt Creek Ballet - The performance features
The Salt Creek Ballet company with The Principal dancers coming from The American Ballet Theatre. This will be 9th year the company will perform The Nutcracker at The Center for
Performing Arts. Performances are December 6, 2007 at 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Tickets can be ordered online at: www.centertickets.net or by phone at 708-235-2222 (10-4 Mon.-Sat.)
The Center is a state of the art 1,171 seat hall with an excellent view of the stage from every seat in the house. Free parking available on the Governors State University campus. Holiday
Office Parties and any groups over 20 receive discounts for tickets, (banquet rooms available for pre or post show parties). The 6th annual Sugar Plum Party will be held in between the two
performances of the ballet.
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