The academy of new england ballet company will present the traditional holiday classic, nutcracker on saturday, december 14th at 2 pm and sunday, december 15th. Audition season ajkun ballet theatre is always looking for talented dancers. Sep 26, 2018 the ajkun ballet theatre is seeking children to perform in the nutcracker alongside the ajkun ballet theatre s professional company. The ajkun ballet theatre is looking for professional dancers.
The globetrotting career of chiara ajkun inspired the scope of ajkun ballet theatre. Ajkun ballet theatre auditions rome feb 1 chicago feb 8 nyc. Nov 08, 2014 ajkun ballet theatre presents nutcracker in new rochelle written by. Audition for ajkun ballet theatre season at ajkun ballet. Performances in new york by the ajkun ballet theatre. The ajkun ballet theatre aka ajkunbt was founded in new york in 2000 by a board of directors to support the artistic vision and professional philosophy of leonard and dr. Nov 30, 2016 happy holidays from the artists of ajkun ballet theatre directed by chiara ajkun. The nutcracker on broadway presented by ajkun ballet. Louisville ballet, the official state ballet of kentucky, was founded in march 1952 as a civic ballet company. Tulsa ballet official site for tulsas premiere ballet company. Ajkun ballet theatre is always interested in dancers and art professionals, whether experienced or talented firsttimers.
The ajkun ballet theatre will present the nutcracker at new rochelle high schools whitney theater 265 clove road, new rochelle at 7 p. The ajkun ballet theatre is looking for professional dancers for its new york season andor international tours. Ajkun ballet theatre and all affiliated organizations, the associated personnel, including the owners of the theaters and facilities utilized for the program against any claims by or on behalf of the registrant that may arise during or afterward the participation. See more ideas about ballet theater, contemporary dance and theatre. Krista also trained throughout the country at various schools and intensives including the kirov academy in washington, d.
The ajkun ballet theatre supports the philosophy of choreographer, dance teacher and cultural leader chiara ajkun through performances, training and. Audition for ajkun ballet theatre the dance enthusiast. Ajkun ballet theatre 112 photos performing arts 129 west 56th. The new rochelle performances incorporate as many as 80 students. Ajkun ballet theatre presents nutcracker in new rochelle. Whilst in australia she ran the auditions for the ajkun ballet theatre in melbourne and sydney. The ballet s repertoire spans from 19thcentury masterpieces to compelling new choreography of contemporary dance for shows that cant be experienced anywhere else. For tickets and information, call 9187496006 or visit tulsaballet.
Performances, dancers and repertory of the ajkun ballet theatre company, in new york city and on tour. Cheap tickets to all ajkun ballet theatre shows are available on cheaptickets. Director chiara ajkun and the magic toys of herr drosselmeyer take you through the battle with the mice into the land of sweets to meet the sugar plum fairy and her cavalier. Ajkun ballet theatre brings the nutcracker come to life, with the assistance of new rochelle students. Happy holidays from the artists of ajkun ballet theatre directed by chiara ajkun. Performances of the ajkun ballet theatre in westchester county, ny. Ella joined the london ballet company as an intern in 2016 and has recently been promoted to. The last of his three ballets, it was first performed in december 1892.
The internationallyrenowned ajkun ballet theatre brings new and captivating direction to worldclass performances thanks to choreographer chiara ajkun. Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. The ajkun ballet theatre performs the nutcracker story in an intimate studio setting where you can enjoy a closeup of clara and her nutcracker doll battling the mice before taking off among ballerina snowflakes to meet the sugar plum fairy. Americas most original company, ajkun ballet theatre, offers up a diverse performance season of trending world ballets with something for everyone. Ajkun ballet theatre audition form for nutcracker new. Mar 27, 2020 the artists are ajkun ballet theatre s most important community. Ballet academy ventura dance school and theater arts. Seeking children for the nutcracker in new rochelle new. Take pictures with the cast at the end of the show. The nutcracker ajkun ballet theatre mommypoppins things. Most come from the webster, barnard, jefferson, davis, ward and trinity elementary schools, and albert leonard middle school. Morgan is also a part of intermezzo dance which was founded by american ballet theatre soloist, craig salstein. Begin a truly special holiday season with ajkun ballet theatres magical nutcracker suite. Young dancers program, 270 centre ave, new rochelle, ny 2020.
Originally from maine, russell hewey trained under lynne penndavison and cosmin marculetiu while performing with portland ballet, ballet new england, konservatoriet dance ensemble, ajkun ballet theatre, and jose mateo ballet theatre. Students perform in ajkun ballets nutcracker talk of the sound. Then in 2012, he joined ajkun ballet theatre as a soloist and has been featured in principal roles. Dont miss the fall of the ballerina snowflakes in this longtime ballet brought onstage by the dancers of the ajkun ballet theatre. Create lasting memories with the holidays favorite ballet. The ballets repertoire spans from 19thcentury masterpieces to compelling new choreography of contemporary dance for shows that cant be experienced anywhere else. Here, she continues to direct classic ballets and choreographs an average of five new programs each year. Swan lake, sleeping beauty, nutcracker, choreography by chiara ajkun. He currently lives in new york city and is a soloist with both companies as well with dances patrelle, cellopointe and km dm. Company contracts are fulltime or by tour engagement.
The ajkun ballet theatre will perform the nutcracker at the whitney theater 265 clove road, new rochelle at 7 p. A guide to lehigh valley nutcracker performances the. About ajkun ballet theatre the internationallyrenowned ajkun ballet theatre brings new and captivating direction to worldclass performances thanks to choreographer chiara ajkun. Search all ajkun ballet theatre events and get last minute tickets with a 150% moneyback guarantee. Ajkun ballet theatre presents nutcracker in new rochelle written by. Dec 06, 2019 ajkun ballet theatre brings the nutcracker come to life, with the assistance of new rochelle students. We pride in providing opportunities to artists of all citizenships, as we consider diversity an enrichment to the arts community. A graduate of southern nh dance theater, kelly diamond went on to dance professionally with first state ballet theatre, richmond ballet, albany berkshire ballet, ajkun ballet theatre, neglia ballet, freefall contemporary dance company and great bay academy of dance. Talk of the sound news new rochelle, ny the ajkun ballet theatre will perform the nutcracker at the whitney auditorium at the new rochelle high school on december 5, 2014 at 7 p. Dec 10, 2017 the ajkun ballet theatre from manhattan will present the ballet in nrhss whitney young auditorium at 7 p. Mar 27, 2020 the artists are ajkun ballet theatres most important community.
The nutcracker tells a story about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on christmas eve and wages a battle against the evil mouse king. In 2014, she cofounded fjk dance with the artistic director and choreographer fadi khoury. Nov 27, 2015 treasured ballets and vibrant contemporary dance all in one upbeat season. Performances, dancers and repertory of the ajkun ballet theatre company. The companys expansive repertoire ranges from largescale productions such as swan lake to oneact ballets such as spartacus. Ajkun ballet theatres new york city season 20192020, featuring the classical ballets for our hometown audience. Whether a family tradition or discovering the magic of ballet for the first time, this extraordinary experience will evoke joy and stay with you forever. Ajkun ballet theatre is auditioning professionals and dance. Sevin joined eglevsky ballet in 2017, and performed in nutcracker and the brand new production of cinderella, choreographed by maurice brandon curry. The nutcracker performed by the ajkun ballet theatre. Ajkun ballet theatre company dancers join forces with students from the new rochelle public school district for a performance of the magical nutcracker suite in. I too didnt get the performance and wouldnt recommend going to. Ajkun ballet theatre tickets ajkun ballet theatre schedule.
The ajkun ballet theatre is internationally renowned for its worldclass performances of riveting new choreography by artistic director and multiaward winner. At the end of the show, join the cast for pictures and to discover what goes on behind the scenes. The ajkun ballet theatre from manhattan will present the ballet in nrhss whitney young auditorium at 7 p. Qualifying dancers are offered a position on a firstcome, firstserve basis. Ajkun ballet theatre is auditioning professionals 1835 years old and dance students 817 years old for a tour in europe nov 2019 january 2020. No phone calls, no invitation required ajkun ballet theatre processes an average of 2,000 audition requests, each year. Nov 14, 2017 ajkun ballet theatre company dancers join forces with students from the new rochelle public school district for a performance of the magical nutcracker suite in new rochelle high schools. Eglevsky ballets prestigious professional company on long. The companys extensive repertory spans from 19th century classics to compelling new choreography performed in its new york city theaters and on national and. Chiara ajkun performing art organization touring company dance education new york city notforprofit, 501 c 3 since the year 2001 ajkun.
Krista baker was born in santa ana, ca and began her dance training at the age of three with her mother, a former professional ballerina. Jun 19, 2019 ajkun ballet theatre auditions thousands of dancers, every year, interested in a company position or one of the dance education programs offered. The ajkun ballet theatre supports the philosophy of choreographer, dance teacher and cultural leader. Best kidfriendly nutcrackers and holiday shows for.
Begin a truly special holiday season with ajkun ballet theatre s magical nutcracker suite. The nutcracker winter session october december children in the westchester county and new york city areas experience a curriculum in movement, musicality and performance techniques ballet or hip hop, along the choreography of the nutcracker with. At the end of the show, audience members will have the opportunity to join the cast on stage for pictures and to discover what goes on behind the scenes. Tulsa, ok tulsa ballet brings the magical story of dorothy and the prince of oz back to the tulsa performing arts center stage, february 16.
Marcello bernard from ajkun ballet theatre company in new york city will dance the role of the snow king and the candy cane. The companys expansive repertoire ranges from largescale productions. Dec 22, 2010 excerpts from ajkun ballet theatre s swan lake. The ajkun ballet theatre is internationally renowned for its worldclass performances of riveting new choreography by artistic director and multiaward winner choreographer chiara ajkun. Ajkun ballet theatre the sweetest holidays tradition brings together children and adults to watch the nutcracker doll battling the mice before taking clara to the kingdom of sweet.
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