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Berks Weekly: Go behind the scenes of this year’s “Nutcracker”

Berks Weekly’s, Jason Hugg stopped by Berk’s Ballet Theatre’s studio as they rehearsed for their upcoming performances of “The Nutcracker.” Berks Ballet Theater will bring the magic of the holiday season to life beginning December 21. Watch the video below to hear from Berks Ballet Theatre Artistic Director, Nathan Bland, company dancer, Collette Jordan, and Reading Pops Orchestra Conductor, Dr.

Reading Eagle: Berks Ballet Theater to present ‘The Nutcracker’ [Spotlight]

Berks Ballet Theater (BBT) will bring the magic of the holiday season to life with its annual production of “The Nutcracker” on Dec. 21 at 1 and 6 p.m. and Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. at Kutztown University’s Schaeffer Auditorium. This year’s production incorporates fresh elements under the direction of the company’s new artistic director, Nathan Bland. Bland formerly served

Highlights and News Coverage from The Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party

The Sugar Plum Fairy was so pleased to meet you at her tea party! It’s always a special treat to invite area families to visit the Land of Sweets for performances, story time, arts and crafts, & more. Check out some of our favorite moments, below!  WFMZ 69 News:  Berks Ballet Theatre tea party inspires young dancers for Nutcracker performance

New Artistic Vision Set for Berks Ballet Theatre’s “The Nutcracker” Happening Dec 21-22

Audiences will have three chances to see this magical holiday tradition at Kutztown University’s Schaeffer Auditorium. Berks Ballet Theater (BBT) will bring the magic of the holiday season to life with its annual production of “The Nutcracker” happening December 21 and 22. This year’s production ups the ante by incorporating fresh elements under the direction of the company’s new artistic director,

Watch Artistic Director, Company Members on BCTV

Berks Ballet Theatre’s artistic director, Nathan Bland and two company dancers, Collette Jordan and Kaitlyn Staskel, sit down with BCTV host, Jessica Warchal-King to discuss the excitement of this year’s production of The Nutcracker. This video interview originally aired October 17, 2024.

“La Fille Mal Gardée” Past and Present: Q&A with BBT Founder, Carol Ennis.

When the ballet La Fille Mal Gardée is mentioned outside of the ballet world, most people will tell you they’ve never heard of it. They know Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, and even Giselle, but this particular ballet, one of the earliest created, is not as widely known. However, it is a feast for the eyes with its sets, costumes, and