Join us on opening night as we pay tribute to our many claras of the past, along with other san francisco ballet school alumni who have been part of sf ballets nutcracker tradition from the very beginning. San francisco ballets nutcracker is at the war memorial opera house through dec. True, the production is more than a little dowdy, and the company deserves a new one. Dec 22, 2010 san francisco the lobby of the war memorial opera house is already intensely theatrical in nutcracker season, with a perfect tree not only beautifully decorated but also spotlighted. Join us for this holiday event and you will enjoy a night of specialty cocktails, fabulous hors doeuvres, music, and more. San franciscos war memorial opera house december 1129, various times experience 200 costumed characters, dazzling scenery, tchaikovskys beautiful score performed live by the san francisco ballet orchestra, and the opulence of the war memorial opera house decorated for christmas. A cornerstone of san francisco s historic civic center, the war memorial opera house is a cultural landmark, having opened its doors in 1932. Youll have an opportunity to take photos with costumed characters, and youll receive a special keepsake passport. Not only do you get to experience a sensational opera performance, you get to attend one of the bay areas.
From the always popular nutcracker ballet to the velveteen rabbit. San francisco ballet in san francisco, california kid. San francisco opera known for commissioning numerous world premieres, training some of operas greatest young artists and being one of the worlds leading opera companies. In the afterglow that follows the matinee, children and their parents linger a long time, and many photographs are taken. If children 12 or under are attending, please provide their. Jessica christian, the chronicle act ii is a victory celebration hosted by the sugar plum fairy, danced by sofiane sylve with queenly benevolence as she whisked off pirouettes and grands jetes she got an oh my goodness. The san francisco ballet company was the first to perform the nutcracker in the us. Dancers from the san francisco ballet gave a special performance of the beloved holiday classic the nutcracker for patients at ucsf benioff children s hospital san francisco.
San francisco ballets nutcracker an oasis of delight by. The weather outside isnt exactly wintry, even by bay area standards, but it felt like the holidays inside the war memorial opera house on wednesday, dec. Since premiering 15 years ago, helgi tomassons nutcracker has become an essential part of the bay areas holiday experience, which is pretty much what he. The san francisco ballets nutcracker is a practiced tradition. Children in love with sf ballet nutcracker that opens on nostalgic. F i want to get the cheapest seats possible while still having a good viewtime for a showing of the nutcracker. San francisco operas 2017 opening night gala youtube.
Holiday nutcracker performances in the bay area marin mommies. At our six passport performances, youll get a keepsake passport that leads you on an adventure through the opera house. San francisco ballet marks historic 75th anniversary of. Nutcracker ballet stuns after 75 years in san francisco. San francisco ballet has the most beautiful nutcracker production in the nation, danced by some of the worlds best dancers. Near the area is a plethora of eatery so far all different price points. San francisco, dec 28 for the second time this week, the opera house last night was filled to overflowing with children and adults assembled to see the antics of the nutcracker in the famous ballet suite, arranged by willam christensen, wrote marie hicks davidson. Ballets opening night of nutcracker is a plum sfgate. The best way to get to the war memorial opera house is by public transit. San francisco ballet dedicated opening night of the nutcracker.
Call 4158652000 for more information and to purchase accessible seating. The production runs through december 29 at the war memorial opera house 301 van ness ave. The queen and king of the snow frances chung and jaime garcia castilla dance in the san francisco ballets annual production of the nutcracker at the war memorial opera house in san francisco. San francisco ballet nutcracker vip box experience. The war memorial opera house is an opera house in san francisco, california, located on the western side of van ness avenue across from the west siderear facade of the san francisco city hall it is part of the san francisco war memorial and performing arts center. You are going to watch san francisco ballet perform in the san francisco war memorial opera house. Nutcracker is most magical for children 5 and older.
Sf ballets nutcracker revels in tradition the daily. On christmas eve, 1944, sf ballet presented americas first fulllength. Festive decor and holiday lights, both in and around the opera houseperfect for holiday photos. The nutcracker at san francisco sf ballet in san francisco.
Sf ballet presents the nutcracker at war memorial opera. All nutcracker ballet in san francisco performances are at the war memorial opera house in the civic center district. Make your holidays more magical with san francisco ballets iconic production the oldest in america, and the one that reignited interest in the thenforgotten ballet when it. San francisco opera known for commissioning numerous world premieres, training some of opera s greatest young artists and being one of the worlds leading opera companies. The opera house has accessible seating on the orchestra and dress circle levels. It is home to the san francisco opera and san francisco ballet. Dec 04, 2014 dancers from the san francisco ballet gave a special performance of the beloved holiday classic the nutcracker for patients at ucsf benioff children s hospital san francisco on dec. There is a distinct rhythm to our year here at san francisco ballet. San francisco ballets nutcracker treat the kids to a magical family performance of the san francisco ballets nutcracker, set right in the city by the bay. Sf ballets nutcracker glitters with timeless charm. This 75th anniversary production of the nutcracker dates from 2004, is set in san francisco, and was created by sf ballets artistic director and principal choreographer helgi tomasson. San francisco ballet at war memorial opera house 301 van ness avenue, san francisco, ca 94102. Erik tomasson its a big claim, but a justified one. Children in love with sf ballet nutcracker that opens on.
The schedule for the san francisco nutcracker performances features two shows on most days. Nov 23, 2019 envision the perfect nutcracker experience with children a crisp december afternoon of festive fun and togetherness. Nov 06, 2019 celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2019, san francsico ballets nutcracker features over 150 costumed characters, dazzling scenery, tchaikovskys beautiful score performed live by the san francisco ballet orchestra, and of course the opulence of the war memorial opera house decorated for christmas. Classic holiday performances for families in the bay area. An instant sensation, the ballet launched a national holiday tradition. The entire performance, including intermission, is almost two hours long and breaks down as follows. Passport performances are a great option for children the first 500 children ages 12 and under who come into the opera house are handed a plush toy. The nutcracker is the best introduction to ballet and while the bay area is replete with various interpretations, the san francisco ballets production has ravished san francisco audiences for years. In 1944, the war memorial opera house hosted the firstever american production of this. And, well have plush toys for the first 500 children to arrive at the opera house, and, at intermission, mini chocolates for everyone, courtesy of lilys sweets. Did you know that the firstever nutcracker ballet in the united states took place in san francisco. Act i is 44 minutes, intermission is 20 minutes, and act ii is 43 minutes. Considering cost, what gives you the best seat for your money. On the opening night of san francisco ballet s nutcracker season, the.
You arrive to see the opera house beautifully decorated, the dancing sublime, and a ballet thats both charming and heartwarming. Wednesday night at the war memorial opera house, san francisco ballets opening night offered a deeply comforting, festive return to a sparkling production that never fails to delight. The nutcracker san francisco ballet war memorial opera. Make your holidays more magical with san francisco ballets iconic production the oldest in america, and the one that reignited interest in the thenforgotten. San francisco, dec 25 jocelyn vollmar and and members of san francisco ballet performing in willam christensens nutcracker, 1944. As we celebrate another incredible nutcracker opening night, heres a look back at the first ever opening night of at the war memorial opera house, 75 years ago. The nutcracker san francisco production is returning to war memorial opera house this holiday season, and this website can help you find amazing tickets for any performance. Six steps to a dreamy nutcracker with kids with insider. No children under age 3 are allowed, including babes in arms. With stunning sets and costumes including an oversized nutcracker a fullydecorated opera house facade, snowflake light shows, and an. Their young eyes shine with delight as a magical story unfolds onstage. San franciscos war memorial opera house december 1129, various times.
San francisco ballet performs the nutcracker at ucsf. San francisco ballets nutcracker is at the war memorial opera house. Browse our huge selection of tickets for every the nutcracker show. Performed 2007 by the san francisco ballet at the san francisco war memorial opera house. A captivating story of children, toys and christmastime, the nutcracker is a tradition in the city. Dec 19, 2007 ninety minutes of holiday magic nutcracker san francisco ballet at the war memorial opera house dec. One hour prior to curtain, the characters are also available for photo oppsso dress the family in their best gear, get there early and dont forget your camera. Each december, we open our war memorial opera house season with nutcracker, the bay areas bestloved holiday tradition. Dec, 2008 the nutcracker summons the toy soldiers from the cupboard, and fires a cannon during a battle with the mice during rehearsal of san francisco ballets nutcracker at the war memorial opera house in.
San francisco opera is proud to announce our online opera broadcast as part of opera is on. War memorial opera house civic center san francisco, ca. Best christmas theater performances in the sf bay area. Oakland, dec 28 willam christensens nutcracker, 1944. It has been the home of the san francisco opera since opening night in 1932 it was the historic. The lights may be down at the war memorial opera house, but were about to turn things up on your screen. The opera house is within walking distance of muni, bart, and other transit systems. The war memorial opera house is owned and operated by the city and county of san francisco. A dancing doll delights children and partygoers in san francisco ballet s nutcracker, set in 1915 san francisco. Childrens enchantment walk of lights, free and open to the public, turns opera house and beyond into a winter wonderland san francisco, ca the san francisco ballet, joined by pge corporation, today officially flips the switch to light up the war memorial opera house, to celebrate sf ballets new nutcracker production, and enhance public awareness of. Pick a passport performance for an extraspecial nutcracker experience. Dec 11, 2016 san francisco ballet, helgi tomassons nutcracker.
Ballets the nutcracker at war memorial opera house. On christmas eve, 1944, the war memorial opera house lights dimmed and audiences witnessed san francisco ballet give the american premiere of a full production of nutcracker. The company is currently based in the war memorial opera house, san francisco, under the direction of helgi tomasson. Dec 11, 2019 9 of 30 children emerge from under mother gooses dress in the san francisco ballets nutcracker on dec. My daughter and i got dressed in our finest to commemorate the occasion, and jumped on the train to san francisco for lunch and an afternoon of ballet.
War memorial opera house information this is a venue known for performing arts, located in san francisco, ca. Dec, 2001 san francisco ballets nutcracker returned to the war memorial opera house, and it is time to smile. What are the pros and cons of the various seating areas. Before buying tickets, its important to realize that the san francisco ballet performs a fulllength ballet not a childsize nutcracker version. Opened in 1932, the venue features seating for 3,146 people. San francisco ballet the nutcracker war memorial opera house. The stream of mephistopheles is no longer available, but join us this saturday, may 16, for our next stream. Stars elizabeth powell clara, davit karapetyan nutcracker prince, damian smith uncle drosselmeyer, david arce mouse king. On christmas eve 1944, the audience at san francisco s war memorial opera house experienced the american premiere of nutcracker. Dancers from the san francisco ballet gave a special performance of the beloved holiday classic the nutcracker for patients at ucsf benioff children s hospital san francisco on dec. Very close to the stage, but only about 23 of it is visible. To simplify the history of the ballet called nutcracker, lets simply note that the san francisco ballet premiered the very first fulllength version in the united states at the war memorial opera house, san francisco, on dec. Its located right across from sf city hall, so you have plenty of options to get here from all over town. Holiday nutcracker performances in the bay area marin.
Dec, 2004 children s enchantment walk of lights, free and open to the public, turns opera house and beyond into a winter wonderland. On christmas eve 1944, the san francisco ballet presents the first full version of the nutcracker by an american ballet company at san francisco s war memorial opera house. Dec, 2018 san francisco ballets nutcracker is at the war memorial opera house through dec. A dancing doll delights children and partygoers in san francisco ballets nutcracker, set in 1915 san francisco. Its all smiles at sf ballets 75th anniversary nutcracker. Dec 10, 2010 if youre more prone to appreciating charming scenes of glowing christmas trees ascending to great heights or small children humming along with the symphony than the friend who told me, i dont need ballet tickets to crack nuts, check out san francisco ballets nutcracker. Uneasy social and political times, a devastating california wildfire season, and the untimely death of san franciscos mayor this week, make this one such year. American audiences begin to grow more familiar with the story. The san francisco nutcracker around the world with kids. The war memorial opera house, where sf ballet performances take place, is located at 301 van ness avenue at grove street in the civic center neighborhood.
San francisco ballet passport performances of nutcracker. Persons with wheelchairs may enter and exit the opera house through the front doors van ness avenue, taxi ramp grove street, and carriage entrance north side. The sf ballet box office in the opera house is open only on performance dates and opens for four hours prior to each performance. You arrive to see the opera house beautifully decorated, the dancing sublime, and a. Envision the perfect nutcracker experience with childrena crisp december afternoon of festive fun and togetherness. All nutcracker ballet in san francisco performances are at the war memorial opera house in the civic. Land of dreams zellerbach rehearsal hall war memorial opera house sunday, december 15, 2019 11.
What are the best seats in the war memorial opera house in s. On christmas eve 1944, the san francisco ballet presents the first full version of the nutcracker by an american ballet company at san franciscos war memorial opera house. On christmas eve 1944, the audience at san franciscos war memorial opera house experienced the american premiere of nutcracker. San francisco ballet is the leading ballet company of the west coast and we learned that it was the first to premiere the nutcracker in the united states and it was made clear with shockingly beautiful dancers, remarkably detailed sets and effects, gorgeous costumes, and of course, the live orchestra that accompanied the show. The dazzling sf ballet shopa magical wonderland of gifts. San francisco ballet is a ballet company, founded in 1933 as the san francisco opera ballet under the leadership of ballet master adolph bolm. What are the best seats in the war memorial opera house in. San francisco ballet s nutcracker treat the kids to a magical family performance of the san francisco ballets nutcracker, set right in the city by the bay. Six steps to a dreamy nutcracker with kids with insider tips. On christmas eve, 1944, the audience at san franciscos war memorial opera house watched the american premiere of nutcracker. Sep 28, 2017 the san francisco opera s opening night gala is one of our favorite events of the year.
San francisco ballet was the first professional ballet company in the united states. Experience the whimsical tale of the nutcracker ballet this holiday season at the war memorial opera house. San francisco s war memorial opera house december 1129, various times experience 200 costumed characters, dazzling scenery, tchaikovskys beautiful score performed live by the san francisco ballet orchestra, and the opulence of the war memorial opera house decorated for christmas. San francisco ballet auxiliary invites you to an exciting night celebrating the 75th anniversary of san francisco ballets nutcracker.
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