The national ballet of canada has one of the very finest versions in the world in james kudelkas staging from 1995, set in 19th century russia. Decorative wooden christmas nutcracker king with scepter. Christmas nutcrackers made in germany wooden nutcracker. Enjoy the traditional story of klaras magical journey with her nutcracker prince with a uniquely canadian twist. The pair continue on to the land of the sweets, where the nutcrackerturnedprince reigns from the marzipan castle. He is dressed in the traditional clothes including his smokie the bear hat and his whistle and revolver in its holster. Although the original 1892 marius petipa production was not a success, pyotr ilyich tchaikovskys ballet the nutcracker began to slowly enjoy worldwide popularity after balanchine first staged his production of it in 1954. Clad in traditional scottish garb with a welcoming tartan and delightful holly sprig accents, he will make a welcome addition to any room. The nutcracker toronto international ballet theatre. The ballets second act is remembered for its celebration of varied dances amid raccoons, loons, dragonflies, and bears. The torontobased ballet company has interpreted tchaikovsky s wellknown score and added a uniquely canadian twist. These classic german holiday decorations make thoughtful gifts, and the freestanding design of a traditional wooden nutcracker makes it easy to create a festive display on a shelf, desk or fireplace mantel. The ballets second act is remembered for its celebration of varied dances, and the charming divertissements of raccoons, loons.
The limited edition mc nick nutcracker arrives ready to regale you with his pipes. Apr 16, 2020 traditional handmade german nutcrackers, many stayles and sizes to choose from, make a great christmas present or secret santa gift. Holiday magic is made year after year by canadas ballet jorgens traditional treasure the nutcracker. Experience holiday joy with canadas ballet jorgens national treasure the nutcracker, a canadian tradition. Lisa macleod to appear in nutcracker ballet in specially. Born from a collaboration with kleinburgs world renowned mcmichael canadian art collection, and with well over 100 costumes in richly coloured fabrics, the nutcracker, a canadian tradition brings out the magic of canada. A canadian tradition brings out the magic of canada. The national ballet of canadas beloved production by james kudelka premiered on december 12, 1995, with sets and costumes by santo. Holiday magic is made year after year by ballet jorgen canadas traditional treasure the nutcracker, a canadian tradition.
Along with tchaikovskys cherished score and some of the worlds best dancers, toronto international ballet theatres performance preserves the imperial beauty and grandeur of the original nutcracker, and will transport children and adults alike to a world of magic and wonder. How tchaikovskys nutcracker became a holiday tradition renee montagne talks with miles hoffman about the history of tchaikovskys the nutcracker suite. German traditional gifts handmade wooden art from the erzgebirge in germany. How tchaikovskys nutcracker became a holiday tradition. A canadian tradition, which started its current tour in sudbury in midnovember, features dancing lumberjacks, mounties and a host of woodland creatures, from.
Holiday magic is made year after year by the traditional treasure the nutcracker. Born from a collaboration with kleinburgs world renowned mcmichael canadian art collection, and with well over 100 costumes in richly coloured fabrics, the nutcracker. You can show only products from one manufacturer using the below dropdown. A canadian tradition returns to peterborough on thursday, november 29th. Established as a classical company by founder celia franca in 1951, the national ballet of canada is the only canadian ballet company to present a full range of traditional fulllength classics. Traditional story maintains the holiday vibe observer. Its the traditional nutcracker story, but set in a canadian context, moving from its german setting to the lakefront areas that inspired the artists who became the group of seven. Tomorrow begins an ontario tour for ballet jorgen canada, which will be presenting the nutcracker in guelph december 2nd3rd, toronto december 8th9th. It may now be the most popular ballet in the world. Enjoy the traditional story of klaras magical journey with her nutcracker prince.
This professional presentation will include participants from city of mississaugas culture division recital program. Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. The nutcracker was first developed around 1870 and is nowadays one of the most famous representatives of the erzgebirge. The nutcracker, a canadian tradition downtown brampton bia. Nutcracker speaks to the trim needs of the sophisticated urban dweller, the traditional family, and the rural cottage customer. Often the nutcracker is the image of authorities from the past. They are greeted by the sugar plum fairy and the pair fill her in on last nights dramatic events.
Gingerbread kisses wooden christmas nutcracker chef. Hoffmans traditional tale with enchanting dance numbers, elaborate costumes, and lavish sets. The story is set in algonquin park in 1912, with such canadian icons as trilliums and loons replacing the traditional nutcracker dances. With nonstop dancing and magnificent sets and costumes from santo loquasto, the nutcracker is an unforgettable tribute to the imagination. With mackenzie foy, keira knightley, morgan freeman, helen mirren. Set to the traditional tchaikovsky music, this quintessentially canadian nutcracker features the vibrant works of the great group of seven landscape artists. Humpty dumpty steinbach german nutcracker s857 limited edition. Escargot is one of the traditional european childrens games from which american hopscotch draws inspiration. A canadian tradition choreographed by bengt jorgen in collaboration with the mcmichael canadian art gallery.
This celebration of the wonder of the season is based on the popular traditional story the nutcracker and the mouse king by e. Instead of a linear diagram, french children draw the board in the shape of a giant snail, or an escargot in french, with 15 to 20 numbered squares leading towards the. These traditional german nutcrackers were made in seiffen germany, in the erzgebirge mountains where the wooden nutcracker was first made back in 1872. The nutcracker, a canadian tradition trailer 2015 youtube. Expand your collection of christmas nutcrackers with pieces from walmart canada. Enjoy the traditional story of klaras magical journey. In collaboration with the mcmichael canadian art gallery. Holiday magic is made year after year by ballet jorgens traditional treasure the nutcracker. Klara and the nutcracker prince are still front and center, but inhabit a world that includes a wintry schoolhouse in bisset, ontario a locale used by the artists. The nutcracker a canadian tradition mississauga culture. A canadian tradition is a visually stunning adventure favourite that brings tchaikovskys wellloved score home for the holidays. Clever creations traditional wooden mouse king nutcracker sword and cheese stand festive christmas decor 14 tall perfect for shelves and tables 4. Every family should have at least one handcrafted traditional german nutcracker.
This celebration of the wonder of the season is based on the popular traditional story the nutcracker and the king of mice by e. In russia, choreographer alexander gorsky staged a new version of the work in 1919 that addressed. Steinbach handmade german bird hunter nutcracker with box. National ballet of canada the canadian encyclopedia. James kudelkas vibrant, entertaining, touching and spectacular reimagining of the timeless christmas classic set to tchaikovskys famous score. Especially kings, soldiers and gendarmes are often used as a model. This delightful classic is a favourite that brings magic to the holidays. A young girl is transported into a magical world of gingerbread soldiers and an army of mice. The nutcracker holiday events national ballet of canada the. One holds a drum, another holds an instrument and the third appears to wear a kings crown. Texture is the order of the day, showcasing our canadian made linens, decorative lanterns and natural stems. Macleods role in the performance was created especially. Embark on a grand journey through our northern landscapes filled with snowflakes, trilliums, loons, chipmunks and other creatures of the woods. Created by acclaimed choreographer and artistic director bengt jorgen to tchaikovskys wellloved score, this delightful classic is a favourite that brings magic to the holidays.
Authentic german christmas nutcrackers available in canada. Nutcracker canadian mountie new in the box this favorite from the zims line of heirloom collectibles, unique and traditional nutcrackers is a delightful rendition of a royal canadian mounted police. A canadian tradition ballet jorgen brings the magical tale of the nutcracker to life this holiday season in markham. Created by acclaimed choreographer and artistic director bengt jorgen to tchaikovskys wellloved score, this delightful classic is a. A traditional symbol of christmas, the nutcracker is a favourite decoration for many.
See more ideas about german nutcrackers, great christmas presents and secret santa gifts. Viengsay valdes and elier bouza of cubas national ballet, from canadian ballet youth ensemble in havana, 2010. This set of 3 vintage style nutcrackers includes 3 unique statues made from painted poly stone. The national ballet of canada, founded in 1951, is a classical ballet repertory company that presents a very wide range of choreography, from the 19thcentury classics and masterworks by later choreographers to newly commissioned ballets. Set to tchaikovskys memorable score, kelownas striking dancers will bring e. Hoffmanns heartwarming story to new heights with sparkling costumes, lavish sets, and beautifully choreographed scenes all by the directors and instructors of the canadian school of ballet. Holiday magic is made year after year by canadas ballet jorgen du canada. Build your familys traditions with that perfect one today. The nutcracker traditions the national ballet of canada. Clever creations traditional wooden nutcracker christmas decoration perfect for any collection toy maker 7 inches tall 4. The companys repertoire includes works by the worlds most celebrated 20th and 21st century masters, sir frederick ashton, george balanchine, john cranko, william forsythe. What would erzgebirge folkart be without its nutcrackers.
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