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A.V.A. Ballet Theatre Presents
The Nutcracker at the Pioneer Center
Featuring the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra
The stage at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts will be alive with a sugar plum fairy and dancing mice as A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents the annual Nutcracker Ballet on December 15, 16, 17, 2023. Artistic director Alexander Van Alstyne has choreographed an exciting rendition of the popular holiday ballet and the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s moving score. Laura Jackson will be conducting the orchestra. Due to popular demand, we will continue to have a fifth performance.
Principal dancers who have performed with professional ballet companies such as Ballet West, Kansas City Ballet and the Diablo Ballet will perform the leading roles along side a large cast of local talent.
Nutcracker performances will be held Friday December 15th at 8pm, December 16th at 2pm and 8pm and Sunday December 17th at 1pm and 7pm at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Reno. Ticket prices are $30 to $65 with discounts for seniors and children.
A special Sugar Plum party will be held after the Saturday and Sunday afternoon performances where children can meet the Nutcracker characters.
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is the resident ballet company of the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. They are northern Nevada's largest company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of performing experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.
Mark your calendars now for this spectacular holiday tradition. For tickets call the Pioneer Center box office at 775-434-1050 or on-line at pioneercenter.com. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 11am to 6pm.
For more information call A.V.A. Ballet Theatre at 775-762-5165 or on-line at avaballet.com or call the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts at 775-686-6600.
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Vortex, The Ballet That Rocks
The Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater at the Bartley Ranch Regional Park will come alive with ballet grace and passionate rock, dance, and alternative music as A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents Vortex, the Ballet That Rocks July 12th and 13th as part of the Artown celebration.
Artistic director Alexander Van Alstyne has choreographed an exciting contemporary ballet that will be like no other you have ever seen. Imagine ballerinas performing grande jetés to music by popular rock artists. The stage will feature scaffolding and exciting props and sets that will create a visual spectacle that cannot be missed.
Thanks to generous support from the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, the E.L. Cord Foundation, the Nell J. Redfield Foundation, and the Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation, the rock ballet Vortex is free to the public. The gates open at 7:00pm for picnicking and the shows begin at 8:30pm.
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is the resident ballet company for the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. They are northern Nevada's largest company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of performing experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.
Vortex during the month of July is part of the 29th annual Artown festival. The month-long summer arts festival features more than 500 events produced by more than 100 cultural organizations and businesses in locations citywide.
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A.V.A. Ballet Theatre Presents
Alice in Wonderland
Featuring the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra
Reno, NV - The spring fall season for A.V.A. Ballet Theatre opens with the classic ballet, Alice in Wonderland, on September 14th and 15th at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. Choreographed by Alexander Van Alstyne, Alice in Wonderland is the captivating story of the young girl and her adventures in Wonderland.
This enchanted story is filled with mesmerizing dance, intrigue, and is fun for the entire family. The beautiful score will be performed by the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra.
Outstanding guest principal dancers who have danced with larger city ballet companies will perform with the large cast from A.V.A. Ballet Theatre.
The Saturday September 14th performance will be held at 8pm and the Sunday September 15th performance will be at 2pm. Ticket prices for adults are $30 to $60 with discounts for seniors and children. For tickets call the Pioneer Center at 775-434-1050 or on-line at pioneercenter.com. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 10am to 4pm.
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is the resident ballet company of the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. They are northern Nevada's largest company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of performing experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.
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The Nutcracker Open-call Auditions
Auditions: Sunday September 24, 2023
Conservatory of Movement – 73 West Plumb Lane – Reno, Nevada 89509
$20.00 Audition fee per person – For more information call 775-762-5165
Requirements:
Girls and boys must at least be in the third grade or 8 years or older by September 1, 2023 in order to audition.
Dancers of all levels of experience are encouraged to audition, however, three years of ballet training is recommended.
Height requirements are listed below.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to audition time in order to register and be measured.
If your height is on a cusp, feel free to attend both or either audition.
Sunday September 24, 2023
11:00am – 11:30am Girls and Boys 3'11" - 4'7"
11:30am – Noon Girls and Boys 4'8" - 5' 1"
Noon – 12:45pm Girls and Boys 5'2" -5’4”
12:45pm – 1:15pm Girls and Boys 5’5” +
1:30pm – 2:15pm Corps de ballet (Ladies and Gentlemen - Ladies must be en pointe) 5'3" minimum height
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre and the Reno Phil Present Cinderella
The spring gala season for the A.V.A. Ballet Theatre opens with the classic fairytale Cinderella on April 13th and 14th at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the magnificent score to this wonderful ballet. Re-staged and re-choreographed by Alexander Van Alstyne, Cinderella is the captivating story of the hopes of a lowly maid, the love of a prince, and the magic of a simple wand set to Prokofiev’s enchanting score. This classic fairytale is filled with mesmerizing dance, romance, and comedy and is fun for the entire family.
Guest professional dancers who have danced with major city ballets will join the large cast from A.V.A. Ballet Theatre. The local cast includes many talented dancers from numerous different ballet studios in the Reno area.
The Saturday April 13th performance will be held at 8pm and the Sunday April 14th performance will be at 2pm. Ticket prices for adults are $30 to $60. Ticket prices for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older are $25 to $55. For tickets call the Pioneer Center at 775-434-1050 or on-line at pioneercenter.com. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 10am to 4pm.
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is the resident ballet company of the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. They are northern Nevada's largest company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of performing experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.
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A.V.A. Ballet Theatre has the following 2023/24 performances:
The Nutcracker auditions September 24, 2023 - Details Below
The Nutcracker December 15- 17 with the Reno Phil at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
Cinderella April 13-14 with the Reno Phil at the Pioneer Centerfor the Performing Arts
Vortex, the Ballet That Rocks July 12-13, 2024
Alice in Wonderland September 14-15 with the Reno Phil at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts