Snow Scene from the model of the new Nutcracker set.
Educational Inreach
Thursday, December 4th
5:30-6:30 pm
Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy Auditorium
8th and Myrtle Streets
Free Admission
Ever wonder how The Nutcracker began and its history of becoming one of the most beloved, well-attended productions that a ballet company can produce? Who choreographed the first production? Is the story based on a book or is there a book based on the ballet? Was Tchaikovsky commissioned to write the famous music for the ballet or an earlier symphony which turned into a ballet?
Join Peter Anastos and Carl Daugenti and take an enlightening journey into the story behind the story and learn interesting facts about past productions that have all brought The Nutcracker to be one of the most memorable events of the holiday season. Enjoy a sneak peek of the set models and costume samples designed by famed New York designer, Christina Gianinni exclusively for Ballet Idaho’s 2008 all new production.
Saturday, February 28th
7:00-7:30 pm
Boise State University Recital Hall (Music Wing of Morrison Center)
Free Admission to Performance Ticket Holders
Join Artistic Director, Peter Anastos, for a pre-performance discussion about A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn about the history of how the ballet began, it’s different versions of choreography and music and much more about Shakespeare’s delightful comedy in the form of ballet choreographed to Mendelssohn’s music. Enjoy Peter’s wit and wisdom and enhance your ballet experience for this production.
Friday, May 1st
Saturday, May 2nd
7:00-7:00 pm
Boise State University Special Events Center
Free Admission to Performance Ticket Holders
Join Artistic Director, Peter Anastos, for a pre-performance discussion about A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn about the history of how the ballet began, it’s different versions of choreography and music and much more about Shakespeare’s delightful comedy in the form of ballet choreographed to Mendelssohn’s music. Enjoy Peter’s wit and wisdom and enhance your ballet experience for this production.