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George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®

Pennsylvania Ballet

December 7th, 2018 - December 31st, 2018

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From a festive family party, to the exciting battle between the Nutcracker and the Mouse King, and the delectable journey through the Land of Sweets, Marie’s magical story is thrilling for the young – and young at heart.

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MUSIC

Simon Keenlyside, baritone, and Malcolm Martineau, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

December 7th, 2018 - December 7th, 2018

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The eloquent baritone Simon Keenlyside brings his “singular gifts” (Opera News) as a Lieder interpreter to an evening of art song. The London-born Keenlyside’s program will showcase his unforced directness and astonishingly lithe, expressive voice—floating ethereally one moment, bellowing with focused power the next. Keenlyside and longtime collaborator Malcolm Martineau are very much a partnership of equals. Be sure to experience how they respond to each other’s insights with effortless elegance.

Program to include works by Schubert, Wolf, Poulenc, Fauré,
Vaughan Williams, Ireland, and Grainger.

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Benjamin Beilman, Pamela Frank & Stefan Jackiw, violins; Jeremy Denk, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

December 11th, 2018 - December 11th, 2018

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A trio of outstanding violinists joins Jeremy Denk—”a pianist you want to hear, no matter what he performs” (New York Times)—on a three-hour-plus journey (three hour-long performances with two 15-minute breaks) that Jeremy has titled: A Feast of Mozart Violin Sonatas with Assorted Musical Sorbets.

A Feast of Mozart Violin Sonatas with Assorted Musical Sorbets.

Please note this concert begins at 7:00 PM, featuring three hour-long performances with two 15-minute breaks.

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George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® (Student Matinee)

Pennsylvania Ballet

December 14th, 2018 - December 14th, 2018

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What would the holidays be without George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®? Whether it’s your first or thirty-first time seeing Pennsylvania Ballet’s production of the classic, watching the timeless story brought to life is always a delight. From a festive family party, to the exciting battle between the Nutcracker and the Mouse King, and the delectable journey through the Land of Sweets, Marie’s magical story is thrilling for the young – and young at heart.

Student matinee performances are performances of select ballets that are marketed to schools and school groups. A full, regular performance is presented to an audience that primarily consists of elementary and middle school students. Student matinees are open to the public.

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George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® (Sensory Friendly Performance)

Pennsylvania Ballet

December 27th, 2018 - December 27th, 2018

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What would the holidays be without George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®? Whether it’s your first or thirty-first time seeing Pennsylvania Ballet’s production of the classic, watching the timeless story brought to life is always a delight. From a festive family party, to the exciting battle between the Nutcracker and the Mouse King, and the delectable journey through the Land of Sweets, Marie’s magical story is thrilling for the young – and young at heart.

This is a sensory friendly performance. Sensory friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming environment for families with children who are on the autism spectrum, may have sensory sensitivities, and anyone who may benefit being in a more relaxed environment. For more information regarding sensory friendly performances, please visit http://paballet.org/season-tickets/sensory-friendly-performances/.

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Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert

Attila Glatz Concert Productions (USA) Inc.

December 29th, 2018 - December 29th, 2018

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Usher in the New Year with a glittery celebration of singing and dancing that will delight the senses. Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert recreates the beauty of Vienna’s golden era and its elegance charms audiences of every age. An 18-year Philadelphia tradition, this year’s concert will feature a brilliant new program of Strauss waltzes and sweeping melodies from beloved operettas performed by acclaimed European singers, champion ballroom dancers, ballet, and live symphony orchestra. The first effortless notes of the eternal Blue Danube Waltz will welcome you into a triumphant 2019! Tickets start at $49!

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View From Above with NASA Astronaut, Terry Virts

Merriam Theater

January 17th, 2019 - January 17th, 2019

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Sometimes, a little distance is all you need to see things in a brand new way. For astronaut Terry Virts, his newfound perspective was from the International Space Station (ISS), where he installed the Cupola module, granting an unprecedented 360-degree view from the station.

When he later became the commander of the ISS, he made good use of the Cupola, taking more photographs than any astronaut who came before him. Many of those images were later used in the National Geographic book View From Above and IMAX film A Beautiful Planet, but to hear Virts tell it, no photo can capture the perfect shade of blue from a sunrise viewed from outer space.

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THEATRE

Hype Man: A Break Beat Play

InterAct Theatre Company

January 25th, 2019 - February 17th, 2019

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Hype man Verb has been backing up front-man rapper Pinnacle since they were kids. Adding beatmaker Peep One to their group sparked a flame, and now the interracial trio is flexing serious hip-hop muscle. But when an unarmed black teenager is shot by police, it forces the group to navigate issues of friendship and race. The latest from break beat poet and playwright Idris Goodwin (HOW WE GOT ON), HYPE MAN asks: what does it mean to be an ally, and who has the responsibility to speak up in the face of social injustice?

Performances run January 25 - February 17, 2019

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Giselle

Pennsylvania Ballet

March 7th, 2019 - March 17th, 2019

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There are many great stories of heartbreak and redemption, but none are quite as beautiful as Giselle. This season, we premiere Angel Corella’s restaging of the story of a young woman whose love triumphs over vengeance and lasts even beyond death. One of ballet’s oldest and most continually-performed works, Giselle is a hauntingly romantic work that continues to move audiences.

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DGV, World Premiere, Glass Pieces

Pennsylvania Ballet

March 10th, 2019 - May 12th, 2019

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Our final program of the season features a trio of high-energy ballets that create the perfect finale. Christopher Wheeldon’s DGV: Danse à Grand Vitesse is set to Michael Nyman’s MGV (Musique à Grande Vitesse), which was composed to commemorate the French train à grand vitesse, and conveys the sense of movement and momentum of the high-speed train. Internationally recognized choreographer Jorma Elo will present an all-new ballet for us, and the program will conclude with the company premiere Jerome Robbins’ Glass Pieces, set to the music of composer Philip Glass.

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THEATRE

Heartland: An NNPN Rolling World Premiere & InterAct Commission by Gabriel Jason Dean

InterAct Theatre Company

March 29th, 2019 - April 21st, 2019

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Dr. Harold Banks, an aging professor of Afghan studies in Nebraska, is reeling after his adopted daughter Getee is killed by the Taliban while delivering foreign aid. When Afghan refugee Nazrullah arrives at his door with an incredible story and carrying Getee's prized books, the two men form an unlikely bond. Each searches for his own brand of forgiveness, but as their friendship develops, Naz accidentally exposes an unexpected source of Dr. Banks’ guilt. How might a CIA propaganda operation over 30 years ago have contributed to Getee’s death? Inspired by true events, HEARTLAND is a story of healing, connection, and the devastating unintentional consequences of our actions.

Performances run March 29 - April 21, 2019

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All Stravinsky Program

Pennsylvania Ballet

April 4th, 2019 - April 7th, 2019

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We celebrate the music of famed Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky with four diverse and captivating works set to his music, spanning both the 20th and 21st centuries. George Balanchine’s Apollo tells the story of the young god of music; when it premiered, it brought the 24-year-old choreographer international attention. Stravinsky Violin Concerto is classic Balanchine, yet another of the many collaborations between the choreographer and composer. The program also includes the company premiere Jerome Robbins’ The Cage, which vividly portrays a group of female creatures, and a world premiere by our acclaimed Choreographer in Residence, Matthew Neenan.

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