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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.

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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

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Reading Eagle: Berks Ballet Theatre’s ‘Nutcracker’ brings magic to holiday season for families across Berks

Berks Ballet Theatre added magic to the holiday season for Berks families during its 48th rendition of the “The Nutcracker” at Kutztown University’s Schaeffer Auditorium on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16 and 17. (Photo Credit: Dennis Krumanocker, D.K. Photography) Ballet features dancers from across Berks County at KU’s Schaeffer Auditorium Berks Ballet Theatre added magic to the holiday season for

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Spotlight on Jillian Davis – From Kutztown to ‘The Nutcracker’s’ Snow Queen

Jillian Davis: A Dancer’s Journey from Kutztown to the Global Stage In the world of contemporary ballet, few stories are as compelling as that of Jillian Davis. This Kutztown, Pennsylvania native has made remarkable strides in the dance world. She is excited for her upcoming performance as the Snow Queen in Berks Ballet Theatre’s production of “The Nutcracker” on December

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Reading Eagle: Berks Ballet Theater presents ‘The Nutcracker’ at Kutztown University Dec. 16-17

Berks Ballet Theatre will presents its 48th rendition of “The Nutcracker,” with accompaniment by the Reading Pops Orchestra, on Dec. 16 at 1 and 6 p.m. and Dec. 17 at 1 and 5 p.m. at Schaeffer Auditorium on the campus of Kutztown University. Of the upcoming show, BBT Artistic Director, Kelly Barber said: “The goal is to give the attendees

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Berks Weekly: Berks Ballet Theatre presents ‘The Sleeping Beauty Suite’ & Tea Party May 13

The Ballet Company will also host “Aurora’s Tea,” a pre-performance event for families to enjoy a light lunch, sweet treats and character meet-and-greets May 13 at 12:00 p.m. Berks Ballet Theatre will mount an adapted production of the classical ballet, “Sleeping Beauty.” The Sleeping Beauty Suite will close out the ballet company’s 47th season with a captivating, condensed rendition of

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WFMZ 69 News: Performers in Berks prepare for production of ‘The Nutcracker’

For 47 seasons, the Berks Ballet Theater has presented “The Nutcracker.” “The Nutcracker is our big winter holiday performance,” said Nathan Bland, owner of Berks Ballet Theater Conservatory of Dance. And this year is the first time it’s been held at Kutztown University. “Seeing the dancers be able to let go and enjoy the performance is just a magical

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