Ballet Austin Tickets
Ballet Austin Tickets
The wonder of imagination makes its 56th return to The Long Center. Ballet Austin’s annual production of the holiday spectacle The Nutcracker will run from December 7 till 23, 2018, already prompting huge sales of Ballet Austin tickets. Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky’s legendary score gets a live accompaniment from the Austin Symphony Orchestra with Stephen Mills as the Artistic Director. The yearly Christmas extravaganza never disappoints with its festive party, exotic sweets and the lovely Clara facing her fears to dream big on this exciting journey of a lifetime. With your tickets in hand, share this special tradition with your family and make wonderful new memories.
About the Ballet Austin
Established in 1956, Ballet Austin welcomes people all year round to witness its classically innovative productions. It’s among the 15 leading classical ballet organizations in the US, boasting of a rich history and original productions.
Maintaining a strong commitment to ingenuity, Ballet Austin takes pride in nurturing, creating and sharing the joy of performing arts. Presenting dance in its purest form, the company strives to achieve creativity, whilst preserving and evolving the rich tradition of classical ballet. Over the years, Ballet Austin has produced next generation of dancers and artists, all the while diversifying human experience.
With integrity, passion and excellence, Ballet Austin performers dance.
Stephen Mills – Artistic Director
Mills inaugural season with Ballet Austin was in 2000 and since then he has proven himself to be a world-class choreographer. An innovator no doubt, his choreography is sleek and sophisticated.
Interested in music as a child, Mills excelled in drama and ended up getting a college scholarship in theater. He was 18 when he attended a ballet class for the first time and according to him, it was the most liberating and physically engaging experience of his life. Studying ballet in all its modern forms – jazz, African dance and tap, Stephen Mills explored the diverse field, evolving with every new find.
His first commissioned work was with Ballet Austin in which he used the music from the film “Powaqqatsi”, composed by Philip Glass. The production was such a huge hit that after some invitations to make more work for them, he was officially hired as the Artistic Director.
He gives a beautiful advice to aspiring choreographers, “Art has always been a reflection of the time and culture in which it’s made. I don’t think there is a right or wrong direction; it can’t be controlled anyway.”
56th Annual Production of The Nutcracker
Ballet Austin under the direction of Stephen Mills gave The Nutcracker a makeover during its 51st season. The modifications continue after being a huge hit with the audience.
The new sets and costumes came as breath of fresh air, renewing the spirit and sense of commitment to the classic holiday tradition. Since then Ballet Austin tickets have soared in sales as the audience get to experience a stunning spectacle. Holly Highfill serves as the scenic designer, having worked on the grand party scene in the Act I, and also on the rats and soldiers battle. In the Act II, she shows her creativity during the Land of Sweets segment, thus providing the visual elements that give The Nutcracker its new sheen.
Among the highlights of this new production is the Christmas tree. As Clara shrinks to toy size, the tree continues to grow and at one point even the audience find themselves under the canopy of tree branches. In a darkened hall with the Christmas tree lights twinkling, you can’t help but feel the joy and serenity of the holiday season.
With plenty of traditional in place, Ballet Austin’s Nutcracker is a welcome fresh of a timeless classic.
Ballet Austin 2018-19 Season
Besides the annual showing of The Nutcracker, Ballet Austin tickets are also available for other productions. “Pieces of Passion” features choreography by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and comprises of four dances. The Long Center will host the production from February 15 till 17, 2019. Presenting the power of connection through Ochoa’s original creations “Requiem for a Rose”, “Sombrerisimo” that features an all-male ensemble and two heart-touching duets, this show will spruce up your Valentine’s Day celebrations.
The Butler New Choreography Endowment will present “Grimm Tales” from March 29-31, 2019. Stephen Mills will be delving into a fairytale, highlighting the balance between good and evil.
One of the best ballets of the Romantic era, “Giselle” will also enjoy a limited run from May 10-12, 2019. The time tested touching tale is not to be missed this season. The new season of dance has something for everyone, so sample many flavors that Ballet Austin is offering on its palette.