Press: “Change is good for Berks Ballet Theatre’s ‘Nutcracker'”
READING — Berks Ballet Theatre’s annual “Nutcracker,” with the Reading Pops Orchestra, will boast new staging and choreography by artistic director Kelly Barber and resident choreographer/ballet master Nathan Bland, and many new and refurbished costumes by Natalie Kimmel and Michelle Obst. The ballet, a beloved holiday tradition presented by BBT since 1976, will be performed Saturday, Dec. 14, at 1
Reading Magazine Goes Behind the Scenes at “The Nutcracker” Dress Rehearsal
Reading Magazine visited a dress rehearsal this week to take viewers behind the curtain at “The Nutcracker.” Get a sneak peek into how the magic is made and hear from artistic director, Kelly Barber and resident choreographer/ballet master, Nathan Bland on how the show is coming together! Click below to play the video. watch video
Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party Gives Children Preview of ‘The Nutcracker”
Sugar plums and sweet treats filled the 4th floor of the GoggleWorks Sunday afternoon for the 3rd annual Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party. The festive tradition is hosted by Berks Ballet Theatre as preview for the the annual holiday performance of The Nutcracker. Taking inspiration from the Nutcracker’s “land of the sweets”, the afternoon featured an assortment of desserts, crafts,
Find out What’s New in this Year’s Production of “The Nutcracker”
The annual holiday tradition presented by Berks Ballet Theatre, The Nutcracker, takes the stage this weekend at West Reading’s Scottish Rite Cathedral. Reading Magazine spoke with Berks Ballet Theatre’s Ballet Master & Choreographer, Nathan Bland, and Artistic Director, Kelly Barber to learn more about the this years performance. Click here to learn more or purchase tickets.
Innovations: Artistic Director, Kelly Barber, Celebrates 10 years.
Berks Ballet Theatre Conservatory of Dance & Berks Ballet Theatre Company congratulates Kelly Barber on her recent milestone. Kelly has been the Artistic Director at BBT for ten years–a true accomplishment! Kelly’s contributions to the the arts community in Berks County is immeasurable, and she has enriched the lives of countless students. BBT is so happy have Kelly as part of
It’s That Time of Year: ‘Nutcracker’ Season
The holiday season is here and Berks Ballet Theatre is gearing up for a weekend of “The Nutcracker” performances. If you don’t have your tickets yet, click here. Some exciting news to share: two of our pre-professional ballet students, Gabby Beauvais and Allison Welch are featured on this week’s Reading Eagle Weekend cover! Check out the cover and click through to read
