Where is The Nutcracker performed in Houston?

The Wortham Theater Center brings back live performances. It’s Christmas in July as the Houston Ballet announces for upcoming shows.

What should I wear to the Houston Ballet?

It is suggested that you wear business casual clothes — or more formal attire — to performances. People attend performances in a wide variety of clothes, but typically tend to dress up for the event. The theater can sometimes get cold, especially in the orchestra section.

How long is The Nutcracker ballet 2021?

2 hours and 3 minutes
The Nutcracker Returns! Run Time: 2 hours and 3 minutes, including a 25-minute intermission.

Is Clara the Sugar Plum Fairy?

Already famous as a ballerina, Clara is presented to the Tsar and Tsarina at an imperial ball. As prima ballerina, she makes a triumphant debut as the Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker. At the height of her joyous existence, the 1917 revolution breaks out and her beloved must leave for war.

How long does the Nutcracker last?

Approximately two hours
Approximately two hours, with one 15 minute intermission.

What age is appropriate for the Nutcracker?

Attending a performance of The Nutcracker can really be enjoyed by children of any age, depending on their level of maturity, interest and ability to sit through a show that typically runs around ninety minutes with one fifteen minute intermission.

Can you bring a backpack to the Nutcracker Market?

A: Yes, you may check any size package, bag or item for a nominal fee.

Is The Nutcracker ball real?

Brooklyn, in particular, contains myriad event spaces that could be the mythical Nutcracker Ball’s home. While there’s no evidence that the party actually exists, there’s no evidence to the contrary.

Why are toy soldiers called nutcrackers?

Why are they called wooden toy soldier nutcrackers? Because the first nutcrackers were made as replicas of soldiers and other figures of authority. The common folk took great enjoyment in having the ruling people working for them, cracking their “hard nuts of life”.

Which ballet company does the best Nutcracker?

Best Places to See The Nutcracker Ballet Around the USA

• George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, Miami City Ballet – Los Angeles, CA & Miami, FL.
• The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Touring Nationwide.
• The Russian Nutcracker Ballet, Moscow Ballet – Touring the United States and Canada.
• The Nutcracker, Houston Ballet – Houston, TX.

What is the hardest ballet role?

Pirouettes. Pirouettes are notoriously one of the most difficult ballet moves and it can take years for a dancer to learn how to properly execute a pirouette.

Can you wear jeans to the Nutcracker ballet?

I don’t wear them that often in my everyday life, so it’s fun to pull them out for a fancy occasion. I never shy away from a great pair of dark skinny jeans or pants, though! They are great options (especially if you live in a smaller, more casual city). Textures will be your best friend.

Can you wear jeans to ballet?

Don’t: wear jeans or shorts.

Is there a dress code for The Nutcracker?

There is not a dress code, but this is a good time to demonstrate that some theatre outings are more special than others. When my daughter and I go to productions like the ballet or a broadway show at the plaza, we generally go with Sunday best type clothes.