2016 season brochure

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Nevada Ballet Theatre invites you to enjoy a season filled

with artistry and adventure as we revel in the power

of dance to tell tales of lost loves, magic spells, and daring

adventures. NBT’s amazing company of professional

artists once again bring their grace and power to the stage,

illuminating iconic roles and quintessential moments from

some of the most beloved stories in all of ballet.

From a moonlit lake to an enchanted forest to a snow covered

fantasy, our 2016-17 season features three iconic ballet scores by

the legendary Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. His lush compositions

will serve as the illustrious bedrock for a towering edifice

of dance, character and story.

Join us for a journey into lore. Be inspired by flights of

exquisite beauty and sparkles of holiday joy. Be renewed by

the power of a kiss and the promise of never ending youth.

Join us for a season that reminds us that every moment,

every movement can be Legendary.

ROMANTIC.

EPIC.

SOARING.

Legendary.

THE SLEEPING BEAUTYOctober 22 & 23, 2016The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, Reynolds Hall

Cover photo by Virginia Trudeau. Photos by Virginia Trudeau.Amanda Cochrane as Tinkerbell. Peter Pan photo by Rich Sofranko, courtesy of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

Programs subject to change.

SWAN LAKEFebruary 25 & 26, 2017

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts,Reynolds Hall

THE NUTCRACKERDecember 10 – 24, 2016The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, Reynolds Hall

THE STUDIO SERIESMarch 30 – April 2, 2017NBT’s Summerlin Studios

PETER PANMay 13 & 14, 2017

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts,Reynolds Hall

Cirque du Soleil® and Nevada Ballet Theatre Present

A CHOREOGRAPHERS’ SHOWCASE

November 13, 19 & 20, 2016Mystère Theatre,

Treasure Island Hotel & Casino

AT A GLANCE

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THE SMITH CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, REYNOLDS HALL

Saturday, October 22, 2016 | 7:30pmSunday, October 23, 2016 | 2:00pm

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SU M TU W TH F SAOctober

Nevada Ballet Theatre’s 45th Season opens with A Smith Center Premiere, the full-length production of The Sleeping Beauty. A vengeful fairy, a beautiful princess and a delicate pierce of her finger lead to a 100 year slumber for an entire kingdom, breakable only by the kiss of a handsome prince. Set to a lyrical score by Tchaikovsky, a bounty of ethereal fairies and courtly splendor fills this enchanted land. As the power of true love’s kiss triumphs, characters from across the land arrive to celebrate, each with a joyful dance worthy of this happy ending. The Sleeping Beauty is a fairy tale the entire family will enjoy.

The Sleeping BeautyMusic by Peter Ilyich TchaikovskyChoreography after Marius Petipa

Photos by Alicia Lee (above) and Virginia Trudeau (below)

MYSTÈRE THEATRE, TREASURE ISLAND HOTEL & CASINO

Sunday, November 13, 2016 | 1:00pmSaturday, November 19, 2016 | 1:00pm

Sunday, November 20, 2016 | 1:00pm

Now in its ninth year, A Choreographers’ Showcase has proven so popular that a third performance has been added for 2016.

This dynamic partnership between the artists of Cirque du Soleil®and Nevada Ballet Theatre debuts bold new works by emerging

local artists. The eclectic program combines raw athleticism andthe kinetic power of movement to create a truly unique experience

in a city dominated by one-of-a-kind events. This interplay ofvision and artistry is a genuine only-in-Vegas moment that the

Las Vegas Review-Journal describes as “joyous, experimentaland vibrant,” bringing audiences back year after year.

Cirque du Soleil® and Nevada Ballet Theatre Present

A Choreographers’ Showcase

Photos by John Rohling (above) and Ginger Ana Griep-Ruiz (below)

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NBT’s holiday production of The Nutcracker is a festive, joyous Las Vegas tradition that keeps on growing. In 2016, NBT’s company artists will lead you through the wonder and sparkle of the season with eleven performances over three weekends. Come along on a journey from the warmth of Clara’s family home to a land of toy soldiers, mischievous rodents and exotic visitors from faraway lands. Glittering holiday cheer will fill the stage and Tchaikovsky’s beloved score will fill the theater as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince dance through a larger than life world filled with waltzing flowers, nimble fairies, and moonlit snow.

The NutcrackerMusic by Peter Ilyich TchaikovskyChoreography by James Canfield

Photos by Virginia Trudeau (above) and Bill Hughes (below)

2016PRESENTING SPONSOR

THE SMITH CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, REYNOLDS HALLwith Orchestra

Saturday, February 25, 2017 | 7:30pmSunday, February 26, 2017 | 2:00pm

Photos by Virginia Trudeau

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NBT is honored to present the classic love story of all ballets, Swan Lake, in a full-length production with orchestra. This Smith Center Premiere will be staged by the legendary Cynthia Gregory, whose definitive performance as Odette/Odile led her to be described as America’s prima ballerina assoluta by Rudolph Nureyev. Ms. Gregory will be staging her greatest role on a new generation of dancers, making this engagement of Swan Lake the cultural event of the season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, this romantic fable of ill-fated love is a beautiful, atmospheric, moving experience, and a must-see for ballet aficionados and newcomers alike.

Swan LakeMusic by Peter Ilyich TchaikovskyChoreography after Lev Ivanov and Marius Petipa, Staged by Cynthia GregorySupporting Sponsor: Wendy and Richard Plaster

NBT’s SUMMERLIN STUDIOS

Thursday, March 30, 2017 | 7:30pmFriday, March 31, 2017 | 7:30pmSaturday, April 1, 2017 | 2:00pmSaturday, April 1, 2017 | 7:30pm

Sunday, April 2, 2017 | 1:00pmSunday, April 2, 2017 | 5:30pm

Subscriber Exclusive! Only NBT Subscribers get access to this unique look at the making of dance. Performed in our intimate NBT Summerlin

Studios, The Studio Series is an annual event launching engaging new works from our talented professional company artists. Seated within mere

feet of the performance, our subscribers experience a truly up-close and personal interaction with all of the athleticism, focus and the dedication each of our company artists bring to their craft. This behind-the-scenes

access to NBT is one of the most talked about programs of the yearand the only way to experience it is to become an NBT subscriber.

The Studio Series

Photos by Virginia Trudeau

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Subscriber Exclusive!

Fly with NBT through a starlit London night and headlong into a magical adventure in Neverland with the 2016-17 Season finale, Peter Pan. First the movie, then the musical and now the ballet, this full-length production will be filled with pixie dust and all your favorite characters, from Tinkerbell to the Lost Boys to Captain Hook and his swashbuckling pirates. Perfect for the entire family, J. M. Barrie’s famous tale of the boy who wouldn’t grow up is another Smith Center Premiere for NBT, choreographed by Jorden Morris and set to a diverse score. With all of its energy, humor and poignant movement, Peter Pan will delight the child in us all.

Peter PanMusic by Sir Benjamin Britten, Eric Coates, Sir Edward Elgar, Ron Goodwin and Montague Phillips Choreography by Jorden Morris


Saturday, May 13, 2017 | 7:30pmSunday, May 14, 2017 | 2:00pm

Gabrielle Thurlow as Tinkerbell (above); and Luca Sbrizzi as Peter Pan and William Moore as Captain Hook (below). Photos by Rich Sofranko, courtesy of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

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FIRST access to the BEST seating

SAVE up to 40% with the BEST DISCOUNTS andseason packages starting at $129

EXCLUSIVE access to The Studio Series performances

Invitations to subscriber-only SPECIAL EVENTS

DISCOUNTS on all additional tickets to NBT performances

FREE ticket exchanges

All benefits received by Season Patrons, PLUS

INNER CIRCLE center orchestra seating

VIP PARKING access

RECOGNITION in performance programs

NBT Dance Card DISCOUNTS with participating retailers and restaurants

All benefits received by Inner Circle, PLUS

CHOICE of Parterre Box seating or orchestra level Inner Circle seating

UPGRADE opportunity to Founders Box Tier seating includingaccess to the exclusive Founders Room**

Invitation to private MEET-THE-ARTIST events

*Discount percentage based on regularly priced single tickets inclusive of fees.Ticket exchange must be within 48 hours of performance time.

**Upgrade available 60 days prior to performance

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ARTS.PASSION.

EDUCATION.

Community.NBT’s diverse artistic and educational mission

is community-supported, with outreach programs in

local schools, a growing Academy, and a permanent company

of professional dancers. Because only 40% of NBT’s funding

is covered by ticket sales, it is the generosity of patrons

like you that allows our mission to thrive. Please include

a tax-deductible contribution with your season ticket order

and amplify the impact of ballet far beyond

the performance hall.

Photo by Virginia Trudeau

A strong arts sector translates into a strong economic impact. Recent studies show the presence of nonprofit arts organizations like NBT contribute over $44 million per year to the Las Vegas economy1.

NBT’s Education and Outreach program, now in its 24th year, reachesover 20,000 students annually by providing instruction, free performances, and scholarships for youth from underserved communities. Studies show

that arts involvement reduces student dropout rates by 18%2.

Our Future Dance GO-MOVE-DANCE!!! program teachesover 1,000 elementary school students in Clark County the joy,

creativity, and healthy habits that dance can provide. With only 3%of U.S. public schools providing their own dance curriculum3,

programs like this fill a critical educational need.

Academy of Nevada Ballet Theatre is the only ballet and dance academy in Nevada affiliated with a professional ballet company, providing students the opportunity to perform with professional company artists at The Smith

Center for the Performing Arts. ANBT’s targeted programs provide the versatility necessary to compete in the current professional dance world.

1Arts and Economic Prosperity IV, Americans for the Arts (2012)2NEA Office of Research & Analysis (2012) 3U.S. Department of Education (2012)

Photos by Virginia Trudeau (above) and Edyta Sokolowska (below)

FULL SEASON SERIESThe Sleeping Beauty • A Choreographers’ Showcase • The Nutcracker • Swan Lake •

The Studio Series • Peter Pan

Diamond Inner A Orchestra B Orchestra/ C Parterre Circle Circle Parterre $969 $769 $369 $279 $199

FULL SEASON SERIES – without The NutcrackerThe Sleeping Beauty • A Choreographers’ Showcase • Swan Lake • The Studio Series • Peter Pan


TRIO SERIESThe Sleeping Beauty • The Nutcracker • Swan Lake OR Peter Pan

Diamond Inner A Orchestra B Orchestra/ C Parterre Circle Circle Parterre n/a n/a $249 $189 $129

SPECIAL ADD-ON TICKETS

Buy additional tickets for select performances and receive a special discountof up to 20% and be seated together with your Series tickets.

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