Nutcracker gets a hiphop boost enquirer contributor published 12. A recent california philharmonic performance of the nutcracker featured a trio of hiphop dancers who added their own unique twist to the tunes of tchaikovskys ballet. Classical music and hip hop might seem like two different worlds to most people, but jennifer weber specializes in unusual combinations. Hip hop dancers perform the nutcracker videothe california philharmonic turned their annual holiday performance of the nutcracker on its head on dec. Its a contemporary spin on a classic, and the show tours around the world. In addition to its flexibility, part of the beauty of the nutcracker is its accessibility to a wide array of audiences. It is a big reason to celebrate the dance world, and also a great time to call attention to the other black female choreographers and dancers who are dominating the industry. This new dance style is bringing ballerinas of all colors together to dance a mashup of hiphop and classical ballet. See inside the studio as choreographer derrek burbridge teaches cincinnati ballet dancers the hip hop choreography, a recent addition to.
Sugar plum fairies perform hiphop dance in a culture shock. Dancers, djs and violinists will join together for a version of the nutcracker that incorporates hiphop. Christmas classic gets street cred with og emcee kurtis. All the essential ingredients have to be in place, of course. The big dramatic moment in the washington ballets nutcracker is when claras toy breaks. Women were a huge part of hip hop, back in the day they were seen as equals, on par with their male peers and less as objects or needing a male artist to introduce them to the world. The hip hop nutcracker is bringing mariaclara, the nutcracker prince, an onstage dj and an electric violinist to your city. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Hiphop dancers nail routine to music from the nutcracker. In the 1990s there was the harlem nutcracker, which also used the. The hip hop nutcracker, a national touring production of a contemporary. In the 90s i changed it to chicago multicultural dance center to reflect the diversity that was coming in.
The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance. Hip hop dancers perform the nutcracker video bossip. During her career she shared the stage with prolific hiphop artists. Although the hip hop nutcracker is far from a ballet, its evident that the dancers were influenced by that art form, as they jumped, twirled, and melded hiphop moves with traditional steps.
The nutcracker with dancers cyrus glitch spencer, jr tight eyex, james derrick, accompanied by the california philharmonic in pasadena, directed by maestro victor vener. A group of hiphop dancers have made our christmas by performing a. Some, like folk dancing, have roots that go back centuries. Shes the prolific choreographer and director behind one of new york citys most unusual holiday happenings, the hip hop nutcracker. Michael jackson can be credited as one early hip hop dancer and choreographer, however todays stylings and demands are much different than they were at the height of jacksons fame in the 1980s.
The hip hop nutcracker at united palace the new york times. How hiphop ballet is redefining dance and discipline. The hip hop nutcracker, at the united palace of cultural arts, blends tchaikovskys score with d. Through the spells cast by the mysterious drosselmeyer, mariaclara and her nutcracker prince, travel back in time to the moment when her parents first meet in. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hiphop choreography learn more.
Bring those movies to life at your party by hiring dancers to pop and lock, krump, step, stomp, and break dance all over the place. Your guests will be impressed by the fluid movements and quick steps of these talented hip hop dancers. The hip hop nutcracker, a national touring production of a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music, is set to premiere on the all arts broadcast and streaming channels starting on friday, september 27 at 8. The hip hop nutcracker brings a new twist to a christmas. The events include a dozen dancers, an onstage dj and electronic violinist, and the story of the nutcracker brought to life every night throughout the holiday season. Cincinnati ballets version of the classic nutcracker is known for its unique and energetic interpretation of a holiday favorite. Each form has its own style, but all of them are united by their common goal of artistic expression and the celebration of the human body. Pyotr tchaikovskys nutcracker was first performed in 1892. 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. The hip hop nutcracker to bring tchaikovsky and hip hop.
However, the hiphop nutcracker which hits the majestic theatre on thursday, december 5 actually seems like something that may bring a fresh approach to holiday entertainment. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Dance event in atlanta, ga by the fox theatre and the hip hop nutcracker on sunday, november 26 2017 with 39k people interested and 1. All female hip hop groups were popular for a minute in the 80s and early 90s, so i thought id do a list of the top 10. The nutcracker, the 1892 christmas ballet, is a holiday tradition.
The hip hop nutcracker will be at the palace theatre on december 22 at 7. They demonstrate an impressive athleticism as they move their bodies in ways i didnt even know were possible, yet each move seems to be done with. What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of tchaikovskys nutcracker and a dj with pinsharp contemporary hip hop dance. Dancing hip hop to classical music played live by the norwegian radio orchestra. All arts presents the hip hop nutcracker at njpac airs on the all arts new yorkarea broadcast channel check local listings and nationwide through the.
See more ideas about dance photography, hip hop dance and dance. Tours to various cities see schedule here set in modernday new york city, this production uses but shakes up tchaikovskys score. Michelle dorrance makes a tap nutcracker to duke ellingtons. The hip hop nutcracker with mc kurtis blow, naini chen. But starting in the 1990s, dance companies have felt freer to experiment. This reinterpretation of tchaikovskys classic features break dancing, a dj, a hiphop pioneer kurtis blow, and. This is something very different from anything weve done before so we really hope you enjoy it. She was ranked by bet black entertainment television as one of the top 25 dancers of all time. Livi pass this around to the people we talked about.
Its very funny to see some of the iconic 90s dance movements. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop. Tchaikovskys masterful nutcracker score isnt just for classical ballet. Since hip hop is only a few decades old, the choreographers in the industry today are still considered to be pioneers of the craft in certain circles. Vh1 is celebrating hip hop s golden era with our longrunning series, the greatest. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. It is a relatively short ballet, with only two acts, and the incredible tchaikovsky score is an easy one for audiences to love. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is back and better than ever. The choreographer director of the hip hop nutcracker breathes new life into. York city ballets marquee classic to a hiphop rendition and company. Her style was unique, fluid and utilized many hiphop styles. Hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance.
Nutcracker ballet nyc dance shows for the 2019 holidays. Fordham high school for the arts, dance nutcracker waltz of the flowers with hip hop imma shine step up. Familiar characters such drosselmeyer, the nutcracker, mouse king and marie here called mariaclara dance through an updated new york city storyline with. The hip hop nutcracker to bring tchaikovsky and hip hop dance to arvest. One of the most famous hiphop artists and dancers of all time. Breakdancing to tchaikovsky in the hiphop nutcracker. Recent offbroadway projects include cruel intentions.
The hip hop nutcracker has dancers spinning on their dang heads. Henry adaso has written about hip hop since 2005 and founded the awardwinning blog the rap up. Elementz hip hop dancers join nutcracker cast a unique collaboration after originally joining forces for kaplan new works, cincinnati ballet and elementz hip hop dance group collaborated on hip hop choreography, making a unique addition to this seasons frischs presents the nutcracker. He is also the founder of the culture hyphy which is short for hyperactive.
Search for hip hop dancers in vancouver, british columbia above. Burlesque, hiphop and other alternative nutcrackers to. Born and raised in detroit, and part of its hiphop scene in the 1990s, morrow. Unfortunately, she was killed in 2001 in a plane crash. Scb dance company official by coach gil 2,700,145 views. Aaliayah was a famous hiphop and pop singer in the 90s.
Visions of sugar rum cherries tap dance in her head the new. Last week misty copeland made history when she became the first african american principal dancer in the american ballet theatre company. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the show will incorporate hiphop interludes. Use our guide to find the nutcracker in nyc in 2019. It also helps if the sum of the group is greater than its individual parts. A talented cast including so you think you can dance alum yorelis. Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform. Seven alternatives to the traditional nutcracker pointe. His heyday was the 80s and 90 s where he showcased his dancing skills across many platforms. The dancers continue to raise the bar each year which has taken the show to new heights. Find out more about our expert teachers, new studio.
In the hip hop nutcracker, tchaikovskys soundtrack remains, but theres no ballet. Breakdancing to tchaikovsky in the hip hop nutcracker youtube. Be the first to get all the important details on k103 portland portlands best variety of the 80s, 90s, and today only on k103 portland. Humans have been dancing to express themselves since the dawn of time, and from those earliest gatherings spring the many types of dance we know today. Elementz hip hop dancers join nutcracker cast cincinnati. Flipping the script with jennifer weber what should we do. Every year, the hip hop nutcracker tours the united states, with some of the best new york city hiphop dance troupes performing to the classical tchaikovsky score. 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. I walked into the hip hop nutcracker with an open mind, highschool level dance experience, and a noted history of loving the traditional ballet version.
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