The Nutcracker New York Tickets

The New York City Ballet will be performing The Nutcracker once again in David H. Koch Theater. The cherished show follows the choreography of George Balanchine and the music of Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky. It is known for being one of the most complex ballets produced by the NYC Ballet. Every year near Christmas children and adults alike buy the Nutcracker New York tickets and become engrossed in a winter wonderland. The show’s allure includes dances that boast effortless talent as well as the special effects used by the crew. The Nutcracker show has candy, gingerbread soldiers and, of course, the sugarplum fairy. So buy your tickets now and watch The Nutcracker in New York.

History

The Nutcracker premiered in 1892 at the Mariinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg. Back then it was choreographed by Lev Ivanov and Marius Petipa with music by Tchaikovsky. It is adapted from Alexander Dumas’ version of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King written by E.T.A Hoffman.

The New York City Ballet first performed The Nutcracker in 1954 at the City Center of Music and Drama. While the music used was still by Tchaikovsky, the choreography was now by George Balanchine. Balanchine, called the father of American ballet, is the co-founder of the New York City Ballet and was its Artistic Director for around 35 years.

Plot

The Nutcracker opens on Christmas Eve and follows a young girl named Clara as she witnesses a battle between gingerbread soldiers led by the Nutcracker and mice led by their king. Clara saves the Nutcracker who then turns into a prince. They go on to the Kingdom of the Sugarplum Fairy to partake in a celebration in honor of Clara.

The Show’s Magic

Not only is The Nutcracker about magic but the special effects employed by the production team make the performance especially enchanting. Effects like the continually falling crystal shaped snowflakes, the Christmas tree that grows from 12 feet to 41 feet and the costume of Mother Ginger which is nine feet wide and weighs 85 pounds. To watch these feats and more purchase The Nutcracker New York tickets now.

The Nutcracker New York Tickets

The famous opera, The Nutcracker will be staged at the David H. Koch Theater for multiple dates. This legendary opera has mesmerized millions over the years and the latest run promises to be just as spectacular. Book The Nutcracker New York tickets at the earliest. Produced by the famous New York City Ballet, this is an opportunity too good to miss out on if you are a fan of operas. The New York City Ballet Nutcracker 2018 show will showcase once again why the opera has been such a hit among classic theater fans for so long. If you want to be a part of this magical experience, The Nutrcracker NYC 2018 run is for you.