If you’re ever at Adagio in the evenings, you will hear the unmistakable strains of Tchaikovsky coming from almost every classroom. It’s that time of year again! So just to get in the spirit, we asked a few students and teachers about their favorite memories of The Nutcracker and what they’re really looking forward to this year!
The Adagio Ballet Company in last year’s Nutcracker.
“When I was 5, I went to see my first Nutcracker and got so excited that I danced all around the lobby during intermission.” – Kate (Adagio Ballet Company member)
“When I was 7, my parents took me to see The Nutcracker for the first time and it was what made me want to dance professionally. I’m looking forward to seeing all the students come together and create the show. It’s exciting to watch them experience what we’ve experienced.” - Ms. Ariana
“When I performed in The Nutcracker with the Joffrey Ballet at The Kennedy Center last year, one of the principle dancers Fabrice Calmels asked us for a picture when we came offstage. He was joking, because we were always asking the older dancers if we could get a picture with them.”- Erin (Adagio Ballet Company soloist)
The Snow Princesses in Adagio’s Nutcracker 2013.
“I’m looking forward to seeing students believing in their characters and making the audience believe the story. I’m hoping that everyone has a very positive experience this year.” – Ms. Evalina
“I’m really looking forward to getting to do so many roles, because they’re very different.” – Kiara (Adagio Ballet Company member)
“I’m excited because this is my first year in Ballet Company, so I get to do a lot more in the show.” – Rachel (Adagio Ballet Company member)
The party girls enjoying the holiday festivities.
“I’m looking forward to performing as one of the Sugar Plum Fairies. This is my first lead role.” – Katherine (Adagio Ballet Company soloist)
“I’m most excited about seeing how the teachers will integrate multiple styles of dance into the traditional ballet. I’m also really looking forward to seeing all of the students perform.”- Ms. Grace
The Arabian dancers in last year’s Nutcracker.
This year’s Nutcracker will run December 6th and 7th. Tickets and more information are available here through Eventbrite. Be sure to look out for the new Nutcracker apparel coming soon!
