The National Ballet of Canada's Executive Director, Barry Hughson joined 24 executive leaders of ballet and contemporary dance companies at a conference hosted by the Paris Opera to share challenges, brainstorm solutions and imagine the future of the art form of dance.
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Did you know that Cinderella's pointe shoes are adorned with 190 hand-glued Swarovski crystals? #CinderellaNBC shines onstage this March Break, March 10 – 19 >> bit.ly/3W9e4HC
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Meet one of this season's new Corps de Ballet members, Emerson Dayton. She loves Giselle, 1970's music and would have been a musician if she wasn't a ballerina. Learn more about Emerson >> bit.ly/3H49wOm
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We're hiring! If you are creative, detail oriented and a lover of all things social media, apply today for the Social Media and Communications Coordinator position >> bit.ly/3IG0l7W
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Looking for the perfect March Break outing? #CinderellaNBC will enchant the entire family. Discount pricing available for children 13 and under. Onstage March 10 – 19. Wishes really do come true >> bit.ly/3Zq0qm8
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New Corps de Ballet member Josh Hall shares his work philosophy, how he spends free time and his favourite onstage memory. Read his Q&A >> bit.ly/3QkLZvD
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A big round of applause to Team Canada on winning gold at the 2023 World Junior Hockey Championship last night. Congratulations!
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Want to learn more about the magical origins of fairies? Visit Mischief and Mirth: The Wonderful World of Fairies at the Toronto Reference Library on now until February 26, 2023. Drop by for a tour on January 17 at 3:00 pm >> bit.ly/3Gk9Eb5
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We’re hiring! Are you enthusiastic and focused on providing exceptional customer service? Join our box office team as a part-time Audience and Donor Services Representative and help support our fundraising goals. Learn more >> bit.ly/3Ijq71P
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We’re hiring! Are you detail-oriented and passionate about providing quality support? Join our fundraising team as the Development Communications Intern and support our donor and sponsorship goals. Learn more >> bit.ly/3I6VSuT
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Enjoy holiday family fun with Peter’s Final Flight from Ross Petty Productions. Take advantage of the Boxing Day sale and experience the mad mayhem live on stage at the Elgin Theatre for just $50 for all shows January 3 – 6. Use promo code HOOK >> bit.ly/3HWUGKo
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With wintery weather on the way, please allow yourself extra travel time to arrive safely at the Four Seasons Centre for performances of #TheNutcrackerNBC.
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Give them what they really want, a night out at the ballet with #CinderellaNBC! Perfect for the entire family. Don't wait, buy now before the clock strikes midnight >> bit.ly/3YSajsK
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Wishing you a wonderful festive season filled with joy, love and light, from everyone at The National Ballet of Canada.
Enjoy a tour of some of Toronto’s famous attractions with our holiday hero, the Nutcracker!
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Check the drama lover off your list with tickets to #RomeoandJulietNBC, on sale now. Prepare to be swept away, onstage June 15 – 25 >> bit.ly/3Pu6kOs
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Congratulations to former Principal Dancer and Principal Character Artist Victoria Bertram! Vicki was recently honoured by the Canadian Actors Equity Association with a life membership in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the performing arts.
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Still looking for the perfect gift? Ballet lovers on your list will love tickets to Cinderella. One size fits all with hassle-free delivery. Tick-tock before the clock strikes Christmas! #CinderellaNBC onstage March 10 – 19 >> bit.ly/3VT2tNm
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Congratulations to our opening day Cannon Dolls, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan of Netflix’s Never Have I Ever and Disney’s Turning Red, Actress and Content Creator Tia Bhatia, and CBC Radio Hosts and who had a blast onstage for a SOLD OUT #TheNutcrackerNBC.
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Beware of ticket resellers! national.ballet.ca is the ONLY official seller website to purchase tickets. If you purchase tickets from a reseller, your tickets may not be valid. Learn how to protect yourself >> bit.ly/3hf1A2M
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With December comes the Season of Lights when we celebrate many special holidays. Wishing all a beautiful holiday season full of magical festivities, cheer and light!
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Congratulations to and past Cannon Doll Mitch Marner! On December 6, he extended his Toronto-record point streak to 20 games. Sharing one of our favourite Nutcracker memories when Marner appeared as a Cannon Doll with fellow teammate Auston Matthews.
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Artistic Director Hope Muir was featured in with Susan Jaffe and Tamara Rojo. What do these women have in common?
"Proving that female directors are staking a firm claim in a professional terrain that has traditionally favored men." Read > bit.ly/3FvMQWz
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“The Nutcracker is a beloved holiday tradition in my family. It was my parents' first date and I later had my first dancing role at the age of seven in the production!” – Calley Skalnik, First Soloist
Tickets are almost sold out but a few seats remain! >> bit.ly/3iBgFw0
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Just announced! This season's Cannon Doll lineup features Netflix star Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Olympians Sarah Nurse and Renata Fast, Actor Graham Greene and more! See the full lineup >> bit.ly/3UyHIoL
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Have you got your Nutcracker tickets yet? Don’t wait! Many shows are already sold out but some great seats are still available. Check our show-by-show availability chart to find the best performance date for you. The magic awaits >> bit.ly/3iBgFw0
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See the show everyone is talking about. Only two more performances of #MADDADDAMNBC, November 29 and 30. Get your tickets now, you won't be sorry! >> bit.ly/3gDQFPR
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The groundbreaking documentary film, Crystal Pite: Angels' Atlas, can now be streamed on CBC Gem! The film grants access into Pite’s creative process through rehearsal footage and a cinematic capture of the 30-minute ballet. Watch now >> bit.ly/3VgAtD5
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#MADDADDAMNBC is enthralling audiences at the Four Seasons Centre at every performance. See the future of ballet and book your ticket for this extraordinary experience! Onstage for only two more performances on November 29 and 30 >>
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“Wayne McGregor creates fascinating, dense ballet of Margaret Atwood’s MaddAddam trilogy. For those who haven’t read the books, not to worry. Just let the dance wash over you. Every movement has meaning.” – Paula Citron, Ludwig van Toronto. Review >> bit.ly/3gvy8VX
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See why the opening night crowd was "BLOWN away"! Audiences are raving about #MADDADDAMNBC. Only onstage until November 30. Don't miss this extraordinary experience! >> bit.ly/3EwflS6
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“Full of gob-smackingly inventive choreography… the kind of bold, imaginative assertion of classical ballet’s potential evolution that is most likely to woo new audiences and ensure the art form’s survival.” review of #MADDADDAMNBC >> bit.ly/3GJofP9
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“You've just got to let it rip” on choreographer Wayne McGregor adapting her MaddAddam trilogy for the stage. They spoke about the world premiere of #MADDADDAMNBC with CBC ’s . Onstage until Nov 30! Listen here >>
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#MADDADDAMNBC made its world premiere last night in Toronto and audiences leapt to their feet for a standing ovation following the astounding premiere. Here are brand new images from the production. Only onstage until Nov 30, 2022. Best deal Nov 29 & 30 >> bit.ly/3EwflS6
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#MADDADDAMNBC made its world premiere tonight in Toronto! The audience leapt to their feet for a standing ovation following the astounding premiere. Bravo to the brilliant cast and creative team. Don't miss this amazing experience >> national.ballet.ca/Productions/MA
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It's finally here! #MADDADDAMNBC opening night. Got your ticket yet? November 23 – 30 >> bit.ly/3EwflS6
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We’re hiring! Are you passionate about research and planning? Join our Development department as a Research and Data Operations Officer to support our fundraising and development goals. Learn more >> bit.ly/3VxO3lx
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The National Ballet of Canada mourns the passing of former Administrative Director Robert Johnston on November 17, 2022 at the age of 93. Johnston was the longest-serving Administrative Director in company history, holding the position from 1979-1996. He will be greatly missed.
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New Video: The Score! Hear from composer Max Richter, choreographer Wayne McGregor and Music Director and Principal Conductor David Briskin about creating the sonic landscape for MADDADDAM. Opens November 23 >> bit.ly/3EwflS6
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