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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.

Berks Ballet Theatre Dec 16th, 2024

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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

Berks Ballet Theatre Dec 11th, 2024

Community Company Performance

“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

Berks Ballet Theatre Apr 30th, 2024

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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

Berks Ballet Theatre Dec 21st, 2023

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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

Berks Ballet Theatre Dec 3rd, 2023