Nutcracker Sweet Tea

Presented by the Ballet Etudes Guild

 

The 12th annual Nutcracker Sweet Tea Party program includes a light luncheon buffet, a performance by Ballet Etudes, story time and unique boutique gift items all held on the beautiful grounds of the Wright House.

 

             The Wright House

             636 W. University Dr. in Mesa

             Date:  November 17, 2007

             Times:  10:00 AM and 11:30 AM 

 

The Nutcracker

Celebrating Ballet Etudes’ 21st anniversary of this holiday classic and valley tradition, this performance appeals to audiences of all ages with its stunning sets and colorful and imaginative costumes.  For the first time, Ballet Etudes will be performing The Nutcracker with a live orchestra.  The performances at the Mesa Arts Center will be performed with live music from the Symphony of the Southwest.  Share this performance with the entire family to jumpstart the holiday season.

 

                                                

                         Chandler Center for the Arts                                          Mesa Arts Center

             November 23, 2007 at 7:30 PM                                           December 7, 2007 at 7:30 PM

             November 24, 2007 at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM                      December 8, 2007 at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

             November 25, 2007 at 2:00 PM                                           December 9, 2007 at 2:00 PM

             November 30, 2007 at 7:30 PM

             December 1, 2007 at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

             December 2, 2007 at 2:00 PM & 5:30 PM

 

            

                                                 Tickets available through the Chandler Center Box Office, Mesa Arts Center Box Office, & Ticketmaster.

The Phoenix Symphony Gala

Ballet Etudes will be performing at The Phoenix Symphony’s New Year’s Eve Gala.

 

             Westin Kierland Resort

             December 31, 2007 @ 8:00 PM

 

Spring Repertoire

A night full of contemporary, classical, and modern dance.

 

             Mesa Arts Center

             February 9, 2008 @ 7:30 PM

 

Tickets available through the Mesa Arts Center Box Office

Adventures in Neverland

The Ballet Etudes’ Guild will host a day filled with pirate and Indian adventure.  Meet Peter, Wendy, Tinkerbell and your favorite characters from this beloved children’s fairytale!  Tickets are $12 and include a light buffet lunch, treasure hunt with prizes, face painting, storytime, performances and more!  The Guild Boutique will also be available with gift items for purchase.

                                                

             The Wright House

             636 W. University Dr. in Mesa

             Date:  May 3, 2008

             Time:  10:30 AM -  12:30 PM 

 

                 Tickets available by calling 480.497.4646

Peter Pan

Ballet Etudes is proud to present the return of this fairytale favorite.  Brought to life with magical sets and costumes, and original choreography by Justin Moore, this production is sure to entertain the entire family with its humor, charm, and fantasy complete with the magic of Flying by Foy.

                                                

             Mesa Arts Center

             May 16, 2008 @ 7:30 PM

             May 17, 2008 @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM

             May 18, 2008 @ 2:00 PM

 

                 Tickets available through the Mesa Arts Center Box Office & Ticketmaster.

School Lecture Demonstrations

By request, Ballet Etudes will give a lecture demonstration on the art form of ballet at schools throughout the valley.  This demonstration includes a shortened ballet barre, pieces from The Nutcracker and other ballets, and a question and answer section with company members.  If you would like Ballet Etudes to come to your school, please contact us.

2007 - 2008 Season Schedule