Queen City Ballet Company Announces the 22nd Nutcracker Ballet
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Queen City Ballet Company Announces the 22nd Nutcracker Ballet Queen City Ballet Queen City Ballet Company Announces the 22nd Annual Production of "The Nutcracker" - November 18th and 19th at the Helena Civic Center The enchantment of the holiday season comes alive as Queen City Ballet Company proudly presents its 22nd annual production of "The Nutcracker." This timeless classic, beloved by audiences of all ages, will grace the stage at the Helena Civic Center on November 18th and 19th, 2023. "The Nutcracker" is a cherished tradition for families and ballet enthusiasts set to the timeless music of Tchaikovsky. QCBC’s production is known for its magnificent dancing, award-winning storytelling and lavish professional sets and costumes and has become a staple for the local cultural scene. "We are thrilled to bring our production back to the community after a one-year hiatus,” says Campbell Midgley, Artistic Director. "This year, the performance is sure to enchant and delight both new and returning audiences. New choreography in Spanish and Arabian. Dancing snowflakes. A growing Christmas tree... there's nothing more magical than our classical production of The Nutcracker! It is an especially wonderful way to introduce young audiences to the world of ballet and foster an appreciation for the performing arts.” The production features a talented cast of Queen City Ballet Company dancers, students, former alumni, and professional guest artists who bring to life the beloved characters of Clara, Herr Drosselmeyer, the Nutcracker Prince, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the Mouse King. “We are pleased to welcome esteemed guest artist Eric Jeffers in the role of Herr Drosselmeyer,” says Midgley. Jeffers danced in the production as Cavalier in 2004 and designed and painted the backdrops for the production to include Helena landmarks. Originally from South Carolina, Eric danced with Houston Ballet and in over 2,500 productions with Cirque du Soleil. Guest Artist Micheal Bushman of Diablo Ballet will dance the demanding role of the Cavalier with Katya Volodina dancing the role of Sugarplum Fairy. Katya is a Capital High senior and ADCIBC Youth International Ballet competition, silver medalist. “Katya has performed almost every role in QCBC’s Nutcracker over the past 11 years and it’s a joy for me to watch her blossom into the role of the Sugarplum Fairy at a professional level,” says Midgley. Queen City Ballet Alum Kaden Pfister, who recently competed at the International Ballet Competition in Jackson, will return to portray the Nutcracker Prince and dance with Capital High sophomore Victoria Volodina in the role of Clara. “Victoria has a natural sweetness that epitomizes the role of Clara and complements Kaden’s charismatic and tender portrayal of the Prince,” says Midgley. Capital High sophomore Jaidyn McClain was a tiny archangel in the 2011 production, and this year portrays the elegant Snow Queen and Lead Mirliton. Queen City Ballet Alumni Kaitlyn Ruch, Elinor Goehring and Lizzie Johnson will return to dance in a newly choreographed Arabian, as well as Snow and Waltz of the Flowers. “This truly is a fantastic cast, and it warms my heart to be blending so many generations of dancers that call Queen City Ballet their home,” boasts Midgley. Tickets can be purchased online at HelenaCivicCenter.com, by phone at 406-447-8481, or in person at the Helena Civic Center Box Office. Prices range from $18-$40 with special discounts available in the economy section for students and seniors. A limited number of VIP tables are available for groups. Queen City Ballet Contact Campbell Midgley, Artistic Director at campbell@midgley.pro, cell: 406-465-2423 Queen City Ballet http://https://www.queencityballet.com 8 W Lawrence Helena, MT 59601 (406) 444-5004
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