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Aurora - Paramount Theatre - Salt Creek Ballet
 Barrington - Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble (BYDE) will present its 17th
annual production of THE NUTCRACKER on December 2, 3 and 4 at Barrington High School, 616 West Main Street, Barrington, IL 60010. Consistently ranked as one of the Top 10 Nutcrackers in the
area, tickets are now on sale for BYDE's exquisite production that has become a beloved Northwest Suburban holiday tradition.
This year's cast will feature professional guest artists from River North Dance Chicago, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, New York, Modern American Dance
Company in St. Louis, and from NoMi LaMaD Dance Inc. in addition to more than 65 local Barrington area student dancers, ages 7 to 18.
Tickets for the 2011 Nutcracker are currently on sale at www.BYDE.org or by calling BYDE at 847-382-6333.
Performance times and ticket prices are as follows:
Friday, December 3 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, December 4 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 5 at 2 p.m
Preferred seating $28.00 per ticket, Adult seating $25.00 per ticket, Seniors & Students $22.00 per ticket. Balcony seating for the evening performances is
available at a special discounted price of $15.00 per ticket. Online purchasing is available for "Best Available" seating at $27.00 per ticket. Organizations of 10 or
more, please call BYDE at 847-382-6333 for group rates for the Friday and Saturday evening performances.
Bloomington / Normal - USA Ballet - www.usaballet.org
 Cicero - Ballet Legere is pleased to announce they will be presenting their 27h Anniversary production of "THE
NUTCRACKER BALLET" in its entirety, a cast of over 130, lavish costumes and dazzling effects. Performances are at the historic
landmark the Chodl Auditorium - 2423 S. Austin in Cicero, Illinois. Presale ticket prices are $25.00. Seniors and children under 12 are
$20.00. Add $2.00 to tickets purchased at the door.
Field Trip performances bare a rate of only $8.00 per child (for schools only).
Please call 773-237-1874 or e-mail BALLETLEGERE@yahoo.com for tickets.
Chicago - Auditorium Theatre - Joffrey Ballet 
 Robert Joffrey created this Nutcracker, turning a decidedly European ballet into a uniquely American experience. The
holidays are captured In 120 minutes as the entire Joffrey company takes the stage, creating the magic of the season. The Joffrey's Nutcracker maintains the
spirit of the original 1987 performance, while sparkling with contemporary choreography, dazzling costumes, Tchaikovsky's thrilling score, inventive lighting and extravagant set design. The
Joffrey Nutcracker is the star on top of Chicago's most Christmas tree. It ignites the imagination ofchildren of every generation. Join us to share in the magic!
All performances take place at The Auditorium Theatre. The Auditorium Theatre is located at 50 E. Congress Parkway. Performances will feature live orchestral
accompaniment performed by the Chicago Sinfonietta.
 Program dates and times:
Fri Dec 9, 2011 - 7:00pm
Sat Dec 10, 2011 - 2:00pm
Sat Dec 10, 2011 - 7:00pm
Sun Dec 11, 2011 - 2:00pm
Thu Dec 15, 2011 - 7:00pm
Fri Dec 16, 2011 - 7:00pm
Sat Dec 17, 2011 - 2:00pm
Sat Dec 17, 2011 - 7:00pm
Sun Dec 18, 2011 - 2:00pm
Sun Dec 18, 2011 - 7:00pm
Tue Dec 20, 2011 - 7:00pm
Wed Dec 21, 2011 - 2:00pm
Wed Dec 21, 2011 - 7:00pm
Thu Dec 22, 2011 - 2:00pm
Thu Dec 22, 2011 - 7:00pm
Fri Dec 23, 2011 - 2:00pm
Fri Dec 23, 2011 - 7:00pm
Sat Dec 24, 2011 - 2:00pm
Mon Dec 26, 2011 - 2:00pm
Tue Dec 27, 2011 - 2:00pm
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 protege, 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
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
call (312) 334-7777 or visit www.harristheaterchicago.org .
At the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
call (630) 942-4000 or visit www.AtTheMAC.org .
Crystal Lake - The Raue Center for the Arts is in the league of Historic American
Theaters and is one of the finest example of restored art and decor in the nation. This beautiful theater is located in historic downtown Crystal Lake and nestled
among award winning shops and restaurants! The 800 seat Raue Center Auditorium is intimate and yet worldly as it offers the perfect venue to see the magnificent
Christmas tree as it grows to unbelievable heights! Come and travel with Clara to the Kingdom of Snow, and finally end your journey in the land of the Sweets, where
dancers from far away lands come alive and the Sugar Plum Fairy dances with her Cavalier. The beautiful music and exciting choreography is highlighted by guest
artists from around the country, with 12 company dancers of the Berkshire Ballet Theatre® complimented with dancers from the Summers Academy of Dance and
over 80 children and adults from the local communities. To Purchase Tickets please call 815.356.9212 or order online at www.raucenter.org .
Decatur - Please join us as we celebrate our fifteenth year of The Nutcracker
Ballet at Richland Community College, Decatur, IL, in the Shilling Auditorium. Our performances are Friday, December 3rd and Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m.
and Sunday, December 5th at 2:30 p.m. Sunday's performance will be followed by our wonderful Sugar Plum Tea featuring a variety of cookies and sweet treats.
Please call at 875-7211, Ext. 240 to reserve tickets ($10).
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.
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
Downers Grove - Tivoli Theatre -  From the bizarre battle of the mice and
soldiers, to the mesmerizing snow scene, to the delectable dances in the Kingdom of the Sweets, Midwest Ballet Theatre's highly acclaimed annual production of
Tchaikovsky's holiday classic, The Nutcracker will be presented at 1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 12, 13, 19 and 20 at the beautifully restored Tivoli Theatre,
5021 Highland Ave., in downtown Downers Grove, IL.
Danced by the unsurpassed young talent of Midwest Ballet Theatre, this year's guest artists will be April Daly and Mauro Villanueva, both principal dancers with the
Joffrey Ballet of Chicago, returning to the Tivoli stage, along with Matthew Geiger, former American Ballet Theatre II dancer. 
Based on the original late 19th Century libretto, MBT's full-length production has sold out or almost sold out every performance
since its premiere in 1994. Choreography is by artistic director Mim Eichmann. MBT is a not-for-profit organization.
Tickets are $16-$14 and are available through the MBT website, www.midwestballet.org . Group rates are
available for groups of 10+ for all performances except Sunday, Nov. 20. Group tickets must be purchased by Nov. 5 and are not available with a credit card
purchase. For additional information, please call: (630) 971-9751.
Galesburg - The Moscow Ballet
The Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker. For additional performance details and information please visit www.nutcracker.com
Glen Ellyn - McAninch Arts Center - Joliet
- Rialto Square Theatre - Who doesn't hear "Sugarplum fairy" and think of the holidays? For scores of families, The
Nutcracker is a yearly tradition that brightens the magic days of late November and December. Traditionally, yet innovatively choreographed by Kenneth von Heidecke,
this production of The Nutcracker features not only professional dancers but lots of local children at each venue.
Tchaikovsky's awe-inspiring and familiar score is performed at all performances by a live professional orchestra - the New Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of
Maestro Kirk Muspratt.
Kenneth von Heidecke is the protégé of legendary Prima Ballerina Assoluta,
Maria Tallchief, who endorses von Heidecke's The Nutcracker. Tallchief was the original Sugarplum Fairy in George Balanchine's 1954 version of The Nutcracker.
Today, she is the artistic advisor to the Chicago Festival Ballet
"Balanchine's version of The Nutcracker is considered the best, and Von
Heidecke's version measures up to that beautifully," said Tallchief. "It is truly magical."
An all-star cast features the return of many of Kenneth von Heidecke's principal professional dancers, most of whom are on his faculty: Teanna Zarro of Chicago as
the Sugar Plum Fairy; Guillermo Leyva as the Cavalier; Ariel Cisneros of Evanston as the Nutcracker Prince; Vanessa Valecillos of Chicago as the Snow Queen; J.P.
Tenuta of Oak Park as the Snow King; Jacob Brooks of Chicago as the Mouse King; and this year the role of Clara will be performed by Katherine Bruno of
Brookfield at the Joliet performance. Ashley Michalek of Aurora will dance Clara at the five performances at The McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn.
The new version of Von Heidecke's Nutcracker boasts fabulous, detailed sets by Sahin Sahinogla of Istanbul, Turkey, and this year the sets have new backdrops. At
the Glen Ellyn performances, Act II features additional designs by Jon Gantt who is the resident set designer at the McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage.
Costume design is by Jess Hendry of Rockford, and the principal snow tutus are designed and made by New York City's Oswaldo Munic who also designs for the
American Ballet Theatre. Wardrobe mistress is Leslie Peterson of Orland Park.
For more information, visit www.rialtosqaure.com or call the box office at 815-726
-6600.
For more information, visit www.AtTheMac.org or call the box office at 630-942
-4000. Also visit us online at: www.chicagofestivalballet.com .
 Highland Park - North Shore School
of Dance A Winter Tradition: The 23rd Anniversary Production of The Nutcracker. Children and adults have been fascinated with the tradition and fantasy of The Nutcracker for decades,
and North Shore School of Dance (NSSD) will present it's 23rd annual production on Saturday, December 3rd at 2:00 p.m., and on Sunday, December 4th at 2:00 p.m. Performances will be
held at the Raymond Moore Auditorium at Lake Forest High School, 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest. Tickets are $20.00 for adults, and $14.00 for children
under 12, seniors and military. This production is appropriate for children of all ages, with each act being just over thirty minutes. For information about
tickets please call 847-432-2060 or visit our website at www.northshoredance.com for a ticket order form. This show sells out
every year, so early purchase is recommended.
Hopeful dancers from the North Shore and surrounding suburbs auditioned in
September, over fifty were cast. The leading roles are as follows; Clara-Jamie Greco of Highland Park, Fritz-James McCaffrey-Boss of Highland Park, Snow
Queen-Madeline Gullet of Highland Park, Spanish-Rosalie Mahler of Northbrook. Professional guest artists include Larissa Tanis as the Sugar Plum Fairy. Zachery
Heller as the Nutcracker prince, Kate Goddard as the Arabian Princess, and Robert McKee as the Mouse King. Bruce Bloom of Deerfield returns for his 14th year to
play the magical role of Dresselmeier. North Shore School of Dance will continue to make its production a "giving" Nutcracker, by having a delicious bake sale at each
performance. Treats will be homemade by NSSD families, with all proceeds going to a chosen charity.
More information about North Shore School of Dance and The Nutcracker can be found by calling (847) 432-2060 or visiting www.northshoredance.com.
Hinsdale - Hinsdale Central Auditorium - Salt Creek Ballet - (630)769-1199 - www.saltcreekballet.org
Joliet - Rialto Square Theatre -
Who doesn't hear "Sugarplum fairy" and think of the holidays? For scores of families, The Nutcracker is a yearly tradition that brightens the magic days of late November
and December. Traditionally, yet innovatively choreographed by Kenneth von Heidecke, this production of The Nutcracker features not only professional dancers
but lots of local children at each venue.
Tchaikovsky's awe-inspiring and familiar score is performed at all performances
by a live professional orchestra - the New Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Kirk Muspratt.
Von Heidecke's Chicago Festival Ballet Company presents its 19th Nutcracker which takes place this year in two locations: Joliet and Glen Ellyn.
Kenneth von Heidecke is the protégé of legendary Prima Ballerina Assoluta, Maria Tallchief, who endorses von Heidecke's The Nutcracker. Tallchief was the
original Sugarplum Fairy in George Balanchine's 1954 version of The Nutcracker. Today, she is the artistic advisor to the Chicago Festival Ballet
"Balanchine's version of The Nutcracker is considered the best, and Von
Heidecke's version measures up to that beautifully," said Tallchief. "It is truly magical."
More advanced dancers and gymnasts of the cast will have the opportunity to take "The Nutcracker" on tour for performances at the Gary Dickinson Performing
Arts Center, Chillicothe, Missouri. The next weekend the touring cast will perform at the Rosebud Theatre, Effingham, Illinois.
An all-star cast features the return of many of Kenneth von Heidecke's principal professional dancers, most of whom are on his faculty: Teanna Zarro of Chicago as
the Sugar Plum Fairy; Guillermo Leyva as the Cavalier; Ariel Cisneros of Evanston as the Nutcracker Prince; Vanessa Valecillos of Chicago as the Snow Queen; J.P.
Tenuta of Oak Park as the Snow King; Jacob Brooks of Chicago as the Mouse King; and this year the role of Clara will be performed by Katherine Bruno of
Brookfield at the Joliet performance. Ashley Michalek of Aurora will dance Clara at the five performances at The McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn.
The 2008 version of Von Heidecke's Nutcracker boasts fabulous, detailed sets by Sahin Sahinogla of Istanbul, Turkey, and this year the sets have new backdrops.
At the Glen Ellyn performances, Act II features additional designs by Jon Gantt who is the resident set designer at the McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage.
Costume design is by Jess Hendry of Rockford, and the principal snow tutus are designed and made by New York City's Oswaldo Munic who also designs for the
American Ballet Theatre. Wardrobe mistress is Leslie Peterson of Orland Park.
Tickets at the Rialto Square Theatre range from $30 - $38 for adults; $20.50 for
children age 12 and under. For more information, visit www.rialtosqaure.com or call the box office at 815-726-6600.
Tickets to the McAninch Arts Center are $35 for adults, $33 for seniors, and $25 for youth. For more information, visit www.AtTheMac.org or call the box office at 630-942-4000. Also visit us online at: www.chicagofestivalballet.com .
Lake Zurich - Illinois Youth Dance Theatre (IYDT) invites you to our annual
production of Tchaikovsky's ballet fantasy "The Nutcracker". This is a great opportunity to see a timeless ballet that you will remember for years to come.
Where: Lake Zurich Performing Arts Center
300 Church St.
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Performance Information:
Sat. - Dec. 17 11:00AM and 3:00PM
Sun. - Dec. 18 11:00AM abd 3:00PM
Call: 847.438.5901 for tickets
The company of Illinois Youth Dance Theatre is a non-profit organization that
showcases the talents of over 60 dedicated members ranging in age from four to adult. This performance will take you on a journey that begins in a Victorian home where
magical 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. Your students will marvel at the accomplished dancing of
these young performers. IYDT will feature a guest artist, Ariel Cisneros, formerly with the Joffrey Ballet Chicago.
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.
Please contact Illinois Youth Dance Theatre, Inc. at (847) 438.5901 now to reserve seats. Please call if you have any questions regarding the show. Follow the
IYDT link on our website www.ballroomanddance.com
Normal - Braden Auditorium -
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
The Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker. For additional performance details and information please visit www.nutcracker.com
Springfield - Sangamon Auditorium - Springfield Ballet presents The Nutcracker.
For more information or tickets, please call 217-206-6160 www.springfieldballetco.org
 St. Charles - Come celebrate the Season and treat your family to the
holiday classic that thrills generations, "The Nutcracker". State Street Dance will be celebrating it's holiday season once again with it's 8th annual
production of The Nutcracker. Performed at the Norris Cultural Arts Center in St. Charles, IL, State Street brings together a cast of over a 100 that includes children, adults, and
professionals from around the Chicago area. New additions to the Ballet will be in the show this year as well as exciting tricks, a visual extravaganza,
and something for everyone. This year's performance will feature former Joffrey dancer, Randy Herrera, as the Snow King and Cavalier. A wonderful preshow with a
local chorus group and special musicians will also be included throughout the 2 days of the performances. As a special treat, one lucky audience member will receive a
special gift at the end of each show.
Come see the magical holiday full-length ballet.
Tickets prices are $27 for Adults and $22 for Children 10 and under and can be
purchased through the State Street by calling 630-232-0444 or going to our website at www.statestreetdancestudio.com/events.htm .
Tickets go on sale on October 14.
For more information go to: www.statestreetdancestudio.com
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. 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.
Waukegan - Genesee Theatre -
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