First theres maine state ballets the nutcracker, with seven shows saturday through dec. The interesting thing about the nutcracker at the merrill auditorium in portland, maine is just how quickly an audience can settle into it, year after year, like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the nutcracker the familiar story is told with comedy, athleticism as well as a surprise guest, much to the delight of young attendees. Maine state ballet presents its perennial holiday favorite nutcracker at portlands merrill auditorium. Porttix is the only authorized box office for maine state ballets nutcracker. Nutcracker performance listings are provided by state and city and by the company performing the nutcracker ballet.
Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker, 1125124. The maine state ballet occupies the merril auditorium in portland every season for a good solid run of nutcracker to which everyone comes to see their local infants pretend to be reindeer and sugar plum fairies. For the most up to date list of events at merrill auditorium, please visit our box office porttix accessibility. Maine state ballet returns with the nutcracker porttix. A dancer waits to go on stage for the waltz of the snowflakes during a performance of maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium in portland on tuesday. Built in 1912 and restored to mint condition in 1997, it is home to the portland symphony orchestra and portland ovations, a performing arts group which adds a variety of classical music, jazz, dance, theater, and broadway to the arts mix at the merrill. Porttix the box office at merrill auditorium portland. This annual production by portland ballet has become a maine holiday tradition and family favorite, telling a classic tale set in victorianera portland. Sep 23, 2016 maine state ballets the nutcracker commercial 2016. Maine state ballets nutcracker sets records at merrill auditorium portland, maine november 19, 2002 o maine state ballet marks its 20th anniversary this year with the perennial holiday favorite nutcracker at portlands merrill auditorium. Nov 28, 2009 merrill auditorium, 637 highland avenue, portland, maine saturday november 28 2009.
By booking with parking panda you can avoid the hassle of parking in downtown portland. Portland ballet company returns with the victorian nutcracker. Merrill auditorium 20 myrtle st, portland, maine 04101 rated 4. A victorian nutcracker porttix the official box office at merrill auditorium, portland, maine get tickets for portland ballets a victorian nutcracker at westbrook performing art center. Maine state ballet s 40th anniversary production of the nutcracker brings the beauty and joy of the holiday season to portlands merrill auditorium friday, november 25 through sunday, december 4. State ballet s the nutcracker at merrill auditorium. Maine state ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in the. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker performed at merrill auditorium in portland november 29december 8, 2019. Maine state ballets 40th anniversary production of the nutcracker brings the beauty and joy of the holiday season to portlands merrill auditorium friday, november 25 through sunday, december 4. Maine state ballet presents the nutcracker, a full length performance of the classic christmas story, the nutcracker and the mouse king to merrill auditorium. Join maine state ballets nutcracker at merrill auditorium nov 24 through dec 2. Dec 05, 2019 portland, maine the maine state ballets performance of the nutcracker is sure to awaken the holiday spirit in even the grumpiest humbug sugarplum fairies, tin soldiers and a giant, growing christmas tree light up the stage at the merrill auditorium in portland as the maine state ballet puts on its 43rd production of the classic show which runs until december 8.
Merrill has a 1,908 seat capacity and is available for concerts, comedy, theatrical performances, corporate functions and more. Merrill auditorium is a 1,908 seat performing arts facility located in the arts district of downtown portland, maine, run. Maine state ballets annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maines holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition. The performance at merrill auditorium will feature live music by the portland ballet orchestra, and following the matinee performances at the westbrook pac. Then theres portland ballets the victorian nutcracker, with two shows dec. Behind the scenes at maine state ballets the nutcracker.
The portland ballet director loves waiting in the wings. Maine state ballets 40th anniversary production of the nutcracker features breathtaking costumes and scenery, exquisite dancing, a cast of hundreds, and a christmas tree that grows before your very eyes. Nell shipmans favorite place merrill auditorium down. Organizations such as portland ovations and the portland symphony orchestra use the auditorium as a primary performance space. Dec 06, 2019 windham resident emma davis has returned to dance the coveted role of clara in maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium, which began last friday, november 29 th and will continue until sunday, december 8 th. Merrill auditorium, portland with nearly 300 talented dancers in gorgeous costumes, a lush setdesign that inspires wonder and awe, and music that celebrates the season, the maine state ballets nutcracker is maines grandest ballet presentation and a. Windham dancer returns as clara in maine state ballets the.
Tchaikovskys familiar score and artistic director nell shipmans beautiful choreography make for an. This annual production is a cherished holiday tradition for maine audiences, with its timeless tale of a young. Family friendly atmosphere where students can learn ballet, tap and jazz. The victorian nutcracker will return just in time for christmas. The finale of maine state ballets production of the nutcracker. Get in the holiday mood with maine state ballets 43rd.
Merrill auditorium parking find reserved parking near. Park happy at merrill auditorium with parking panda. Portland ballet presents the victorian nutcracker at the merrill auditorium the victorian nutcracker will return just in time for christmas. About groupon jobs blog press investor relations management team in your community. Bring the whole family to merrill auditorium november 28th through november 6th for maines greatest holiday tradition, maine state ballets the nutcracker. City ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballets the nutcracker features the traditional story of the nutcracker prince. A performance of the nutcracker ballet by the maine state ballet at merrill auditorium in portland is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit three principal dancers, glenn davis, kallee. Get tickets for maine state ballet the nutcracker at merrill auditorium. Windham resident emma davis has returned to dance the coveted role of clara in maine state ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium, which began last friday, november 29 th and will continue until sunday, december 8 th. Porttix at merrill auditorium is closed to the public until may 18, but we are available by phone and email.
Celebrate the season with a maine holiday tradition. This annual production has become a maine holiday tradition and family favorite. This performance at merrill auditorium will feature live music by the portland ballet orchestra. Porttix at merrill auditorium is closed to the public until may 18, but we are available by phone and email thank you for your understanding during this complicated time. Event website maine state ballet presents its perennial holiday favorite nutcracker at portlands merrill auditorium. The merrill rehearsal hall 320 capacity and state of maine room at city hall are also available, and are perfect for a. The nationally acclaimed company estimates that more than 150,000 people have attended the more than 200 performances, a rec.
Originally known as portland city hall auditorium, it is located in the eastern section of portland city hall. Get tickets for portland ballet s a victorian nutcracker at westbrook performing art center. Porttix at merrill auditorium is closed to the public until april 30, but we are available by phone and email thank you for your understanding during this complicated time. Nutcracker, maine state ballet merrill auditorium, 637 highland avenue, portland, maine saturday november 28 2009.
Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballet s nutcracker in portland maine. Maine state ballets the nutcracker merrill auditorium 20 myrtle street 7. Join the groupon marketplace run a groupon deal learn about groupon merchant affiliate program vendor code of conduct. The nutcracker site provides a central location for nutcracker ballet information. Nutcracker ballet nutcracker ballet performances in maine. Maine state ballets the nutcracker portland downtown. Lighting the way for maine state ballets the nutcracker. The interesting thing about the nutcracker at the merrill auditorium in portland, maine is just how quickly an audience can settle into it, year. Which means that right now, she is up to her hip flexors in a victorian nutcracker, portland ballets annual holiday show, combining tchaikovskys score. Maine state ballets the nutcracker maine state ballets the nutcracker. Oct 31, 2012 join maine state ballets nutcracker at merrill auditorium nov 24 through dec 2.
Buy tickets for nate bargatze rescheduled from 328 at merrill auditorium in portland, me on 061620 7. Maine state ballet the nutcracker porttix the official box office at. Maine state ballet the nutcracker merrill auditorium. Get in the holiday mood with maine state ballets 43rd production of. There are currently 18 merrill auditorium events available for sale. For assistance with cancelled performances, please fill out our online form. Maine state ballets the nutcracker maine state ballets annual holiday production of the nutcracker is a perennial favorite of portland maines holiday season and the performance at merrill auditorium is a family holiday tradition. Portland, maine the maine state ballets performance of the nutcracker is sure to awaken the holiday spirit in even the grumpiest humbug sugarplum fairies, tin soldiers and a giant, growing christmas tree light up the stage at the merrill auditorium in portland as the maine state ballet puts on its 43rd production of the classic show which runs until december 8. This annual production is a cherished holiday tradition for maine audiences, with its timeless tale of a young girl. Calendar of events for merrill auditorium portland, me. The victorian nutcracker will be performed at both merrill auditorium and westbrook performing arts center. New york philharmonic string quartet at hannaford hall.
Our service agent will contact you directly to complete your purchase. To avoid unauthorized websites that sell tickets at a markup, purchase tickets by calling 207 8420800 or visiting the box office at 20 myrtle street in portland, or clicking on the purchase tickets link above. The nutcracker ballet provides the history of the nutcracker ballet, nutcracker music, nutcrakcer links, nutcracker movies and information on nutcracker ballet performances in your area. Under the direction of artistic director and former new york city ballet member linda macarthur miele, maine state ballet s the nutcracker features the traditional story of the nutcracker prince and clara, classic choreography, glorious sets and dazzling costumes by production designer and associate director gail csoboth and live music by the. Oct 01, 2017 30 gorgeous photos of the nutcracker performances around the world. Portland ballet presents a victorian nutcracker porttix. This annual production is a cherished holiday tradition for maine audiences, with its timeless tale of a young girl, her nutcracker prince, and the mouse king, and sets and characters inspired by portlands victoria mansion. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for maine state ballets nutcracker in portland. Maine state ballet presents eight performances of its critically acclaimed classic holiday ballet, the nutcracker, over two weekends november 24th through december 3rd. Calendar of events for merrill auditorium for the most up to date list of events at merrill auditorium, please visit our box office porttix. Nov 20, 2019 the finale of maine state ballet s production of the nutcracker. The maine state ballets performance of the nutcracker is sure to.
Groupon has verified that the customer actually visited merrill auditorium. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for portland ballet s a victorian nutcracker. Thank you for your understanding during this complicated time. Merrill auditorium is a 1,900seat auditorium located in portland, maine, united states. Behind the scenes of the nutcracker the backstage is a flurry of activity as the bossov ballet theatre prepares for a performance of the beloved show at the waterville opera house. State ballets the nutcracker at merrill auditorium. The nutcracker ballet is the perfect way to get into. Nov 25, 2014 first theres maine state ballets the nutcracker, with seven shows saturday through dec. Vicnut returns to the stage december 17 at merrill auditorium and december 2122 at the westbrook performing arts center. Maine state ballets nutcracker sets records at merrill.
The nationally acclaimed company estimates that over 150,000 people have joined the audience throughout over 200 performances, a record for the portland area. Nell shipmans favorite place this time of year is in the wings of portlands merrill auditorium, where, for years, mainers have gathered for her shows. Porttix is the only authorized ticket agent for portland ballets a victorian nutcracker. Save money and time by reserving a parking space near merrill auditorium now. Maine state ballets the nutcracker 2015 sneak peek youtube. This perennial favorite of portlands holiday season, a family holiday tradition, is northern new englands largest and most spectacular nutcracker. History and high culture are the hallmarks of portland maines merrill auditorium. Merrill auditorium is a beautiful performing arts theater built in 1912 and renovated in 1997. The nutcracker ballet is the perfect way to get into holiday. Maine state ballets the nutcracker maine arts commission. Portland ballet returns with the victorian nutcracker the victorian nutcracker will return to merrill auditorium and to westbrook performing arts center, just in time for christmas. The nutcracker is performed at merrill auditorium with live music by the maine state ballet orchestra.
1580 1170 2 1272 668 149 231 148 1471 939 1106 724 1365 247 1248 627 1469 1273 258 41 1189 1217 220 947 303 414 388 609 1208