The teachers experimented with a hip hop version of the nutcracker last year at the fox theatre in redwood city. Dec 03, 2019 the hip hop nutcracker turns the story on its head in 1984 new york city. Not your grandmas nutcracker a hiphop version of a. This version of tchaikovskys the nutcracker has a totally modern twist, both in how it sounds and how the dance is performed. The california philharmonic orchestra performed the nutcracker recently in pasadena, and invited three hiphop dancers. With mackenzie foy, keira knightley, morgan freeman, helen mirren. Hoffmanns beloved story from traditional 19th century germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of modern urban life. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop. A contemporary version of the classic tchaikovsky tale, hiphop nutcracker returns to massachusetts for one show at the hanover theater. Choreographer george balanchines version of the the nutcracker ballet, which. The hiphop nutcracker turns the story on its head in 1984 new york city. A unique and joyful event, this production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and mc kurtis blow, one of hip hops founding fathers, who opens the show.
Through this remixed and reimagined version of the classic, the dynamic performers of the hip hop nutcracker take us on a journey that celebrates love. The hip hop nutcracker the duo emerges once more for act ii. Did i mention the nutcracker is a familyfriendly holiday tradition. Hip hop nutcracker university of alabama at birmingham. We had just been having a conversation about how rap and hip hop started back in my day. How the hip hop nutcracker brings beats and breakdancing to christmas classic.
This hip hop version of the nutcracker is so cool and. The studio began in 1977, and today is under the direction of heather parker. In 2006, she and german foreign exchange student and hiphop dancer niko wirachman started writing the hip nut, a multicultural version of the nutcracker that takes place in 2015. Syracuse is the last location on its 29city tour this year.
The full show was staged in new york and new jersey in 2014. The hip hop nutcracker, at the united palace of cultural arts, blends tchaikovskys score with d. This event has been postponed this exciting program will showcase the best performers and music from the stages of broadway. Rap pioneer kurtis blow a natural for the hip hop nutcracker legendary rapper says the modern version of the classical ballet, performed thursday at the masonic temple, offers what the kids. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and mc kurtis blow, one of hip hops founding fathers.
Culture shocks hip hop nutcracker opens at spreckels. Through this remixed and reimagined version of the holiday classic, the hip hop nutcracker takes us on a journey that celebrates love and community. Cbs news said the hip hop nutcracker turns tchaikovsky on his head in the coolest possible way. Well bet you 72 cents on the dollar or much, much less. The hip hop nutcracker at united palace the new york times. This years the show features a cast of nearly 150 dancers at four performances saturday and sunday at oklahoma city community colleges visual and performing arts center theater. If the nutcracker is part of your familys holiday tradition, then youve got a lot on your plate. How the hip hop nutcracker brings beats and breakdancing to. The hip hop crewe of edgardo solorio, grant torino, stuck sanders, michael alvarez and francis aquino will dance hip hop nutcracker on dec.
Or james sewell ballets irreverent version with barbie and ken. Hip hop nutcracker gives classic holiday ballet a new twist. Hiphop nutcrackerworcester december 29, 2019 this isnt grandmas nutcracker. The nutcracker behind the scenes nutcracker ballet. In our version, you get to see all the things you are familiar with from the ballet, but we are giving them a hiphop twist. Hiphop nutcracker spins a new version of an old tale, 1. Join us for a charming version of the nutcracker including act i and act ii.
The hip hop nutcracker trades pointe shoes for sneakers, and the first act party scene is moved from a victorian living room to presentday new york, including sets decorated by graffiti artists. What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of tchaikovskys. Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of e. Nov 16, 2017 hip hop dancers from culture shock jump high in the air during a culture shock nutcracker a holiday hip hop dance theatrical. Hoffmanns beloved story from traditional 19th century. Hip hop dancers from culture shock jump high in the air during a culture shock nutcracker a holiday hip hop dance theatrical. During intermission, theres a palpable relief that the remaining scenes wont be the last for the hip hop nutcracker. Britains got talent 2016 s10e05 boogie storm star wars inspired cosplay dance crew full audition duration. Culture shocks hip hop nutcracker opens at spreckels theatre. For the second year, culture shock, a local contemporary and hip hop dance company, will stage a modern, streetstyle version of the classic holiday. A young girl is transported into a magical world of. Hip hop nutcracker gives classic holiday ballet a new. Nov 23, 2019 in our version, you get to see all the things you are familiar with from the ballet, but we are giving them a hiphop twist. Kurtis blow and the hip hop nutcracker come to the fox.
Nutcracker remix choreo wmusic kids hiphop youtube. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. Livi pass this around to the people we talked about. Where to see the nutcracker ballet around the usa travelingmom. Most performances sell out quickly, so youll want to plan ahead. At an hour long, it is the perfect length for an audience of all ages. The concept of hip hop nutcracker was introduced in a 10minute version with three dancers in 20, weber said. A childhood love story is what drives forward the scenes of this legendary christmasseason routine. Take the hiphop version opening tuesday at the state theatre. A young girl is transported into a magical world of gingerbread soldiers and an army of mice.
Provided to youtube by tunecore nutcracker swagger dance of the sugar plum fairy hip hop remix jhud nutcracker swagger dance of the sugar plum fairy hip hop remix. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and mc kurtis blow, one. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is back and better than ever. See traditional, hiphop nutcracker in york flipsidepa. A thoroughly original hiphop revision of tchaikovsky. The hip hop nutcracker trades pointe shoes for sneakers, and the first act party scene is moved from a victorian living room to present. The dancers in this video are cyrus glitch spencer, jr tight eyex, and james derrick, and the music is played by the worldfamous california philharmonic orchestra. Hip hop is a culture based on samples and we wanted to sample as much of the nutcracker as we could, she said. Nutcracker shows and other holiday performances kids will. Burlesque, hiphop and other alternative nutcrackers to. Dancing along side the full professional russian cast are local carrollton children from carrollton academy of dance.
Hip hop nutcracker tickets the hip hop nutcracker tickets though this play is based in an urban setting, pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky as composer, marius petipa as the choreographer and e. Nutcracker swagger dance of the sugar plum fairy hip hop. Rap pioneer kurtis blow a natural for the hip hop nutcracker. Carrollton academy of dance cad is the oldest dance studio in carroll county. The nutcracker dance of the sugar plum fairy trap remix. This is not a ballet, but a hip hop version of the classic. Breakdancing to tchaikovsky in the hip hop nutcracker youtube. During intermission, theres a palpable relief that the remaining scenes wont be the last for the hip hop nutcracker, thanks to next. What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of tchaikovskys nutcracker and a dj with pinsharp contemporary hip hop dance. Through this remixed and reimagined version of the classic, the dynamic performers of the hip hop nutcracker take us on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.
Dec 16, 2014 the hip hop nutcracker the duo emerges once more for act ii. A hip hop nutcracker a modern version set in contemporary nyc, complete with a dozen allstar dancers, live dj and an electric violinist is what youll find at purchase performing arts center. Dec 11, 2014 the hip hop nutcracker, at the united palace of cultural arts, blends tchaikovskys score with d. Innovative visual effects transform the landscape of e. Nov 03, 2017 the hip hop version of this widely produced holiday show follows the basic storyline about mariaclara and the nutcracker prince who go on an adventure that involves toys coming to life, fighting. San diegos culture shock dance troupe to perform theatrical, hiphop version of holiday classic sugar plum fairies perform hiphop dance in a culture shock nutcracker, with their master of ceremonies. The hiphop version of this widely produced holiday show follows the basic storyline about mariaclara and. Just like the original, in the hip hop nutcracker, mariaclara and the nutcracker prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season. Nov 16, 2015 in 2006, she and german foreign exchange student and hiphop dancer niko wirachman started writing the hip nut, a multicultural version of the nutcracker that takes place in 2015. A unique and joyful holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. The nutcracker dance of the sugar plum fairy trap remix get it now. We created the hip nut to have a more wide appeal and to reach out to participants beyond people who study ballet, pergament said. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance. Hip hop nutcracker gets updated beats, thanks to kurtis.
Peninsula ballet theatre dancers perform hiphop version of. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and mc kurtis blow, one of hip hops founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set. Cyrus glitch spencer, kevin konkrete davis, and james bdash. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and. Nutcracker wouldnt be nutcracker without the local childrens cast. Hip hop nutcracker is a new spin on the classic nutcracker ballet with hip hop choreography, an onstage dj, an electric violin and the wellloved traditional tchaikovsky score. Hip hop sensation dj boo is one of 12 dancers who join two musicians and a crew of four in the highpowered show. The hip hop nutcracker a unique and joyful holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. The teachers experimented with a hiphop version of the nutcracker last year at the fox theatre in redwood city. For the seventh year, race dance company a professional hiphop, contemporary and jazz dance company based in oklahoma city is celebrating the season with races hip hop nutcracker. How the hip hop nutcracker brings beats and breakdancing.
Hip hop dancers perform amazing version of the nutcracker musical virtuoso victor vener racked brain for new way to perform ballet he enlisted. Peninsula ballet theatre dancers perform hiphop version. Christmas classic gets street cred with og emcee kurtis. Wnet in new york brings us this version as part of their.
A thoroughly original hip hop revision of tchaikovsky. Burlesque, hiphop and other alternative nutcrackers to see. Tours to various cities see schedule here set in modernday new york city, this production uses but shakes up tchaikovskys score. It was received so well they are bringing it back again and adding a second. Hoffmann as the writer make up the russian team that created the original nutcracker.
Dec 28, 2017 popculture nutcracker for the new year. Taking place in 1980s brooklyn on new years eve, it features allstar dancers, a dj, and an electric violinist. In the hip hop nutcracker, tchaikovskys soundtrack remains, but. You need to watch this pop locking version of the nutcracker. Usually this holiday favorite is danced in ballet, but through some highly creative minds this hip hop version has emerged, and it is so cute and fun its bound to go viral. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hip hop. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist and mc. From hip hop to a version for tiny tots, see one or try to hit them all. Nov 21, 2017 take the hiphop version opening tuesday at the state theatre.
Took my 17 year old daughter to see this performance. The hip hop nutcracker touring tickets event dates. The hiphop version of this widely produced holiday show follows the basic storyline about mariaclara and the nutcracker prince who go on an adventure that. For the second year, culture shock, a local contemporary and hip hop dance company, will stage a modern, streetstyle version of. This version of the nutcracker is like nothing weve ever seen before. Production also includes an original script and choreography with music by duke ellington his version of the nutcracker suite, plus contemporary hip hop, pop, salsa and funk. Hip hop nutcracker is a new spin on the classic nutcracker ballet with hiphop choreography, an onstage dj, an electric violin and the wellloved traditional tchaikovsky score. Jan 02, 2015 this is not your grandmothers nutcracker. The nutcracker dance of the sugar plum fair jaykode. Jazz hip hop nutcracker casting call momentum dance. The production begins with a festive party scene, follows clara as she dreams of dancing snowflakes, and meets all of the beloved characters from the land of sweets. Tchaikovskys music, a feature of innumerable christmasseason nutcrackers, sounded fresh and merry, as variations evoking hip hop, belly dancing, african dance and other styles, in addition to classical ballet, succeeded each other.
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