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THE NUTCRACKER by Ballet
Repertory Theatre
Ballet Repertory Theatre proudly presents The Nutcracker
ballet in its original, full-length version. Now the
longest running production in Orange County, this
delightful staging of the classic Christmas ballet
includes the talents of a premier, dedicated class of
students, and renown choreographer Anthony Sellars.
Making his professional debut in the role of the
Nutcracker Prince with the New York City Ballet, Sellars
also held the male lead in the NBC special "Hansel and
Gretel." Studying with Michael Lland and touring
throughout Europe, the Master Teacher is in constant
demand throughout the nation, but his heart tugs
him back as Artistic Director of Ballet Repertory
Theatre.
Another unique talent
in the Ballet Repertory Theatre is Terri Hayes, the
former protege of Sellars. The two are married and
Hayes enjoys working with her husband, but also is known
for an incredible career dancing with American Ballet
Theatre and Joffrey Ballet in New York City. Selected
"Miss Dance of America," she studied under luminaries
Mme. Pereyslavec, Leon Danielian, Meredith Baylis and
Robert Joffrey. She continues to dance and garners
critical acclaim in her Nutcracker performances.
An all-star staff of
teachers and instructors at the Huntington Beach-based
Ballet Repertory Theatre has produced many talents
throughout the years. Energy, excellence and
professionalism shine through in the student
performances during the Christmas season with the
beloved annual Nutcracker production. The Company is
composed of approximately 35 dancers in a regional
Southern California ballet program offering classical
ballet and audition opportunities for performances of
some of the most popular ballets. While classes are
offered for all levels, the school offers advanced
training for students seeking professional
careers. This actual performing experience,
coupled with the discipline imposed by the artistic
director, develops important characteristics vital to a
dancer's success when auditioning with major companies.
The Nutcracker choreographed by Anthony Sellars and
traditional music by Tchaikovsky is sure to please
audiences of all ages. Performances are held at the
Golden West College Mainstage Theater.
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