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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

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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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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

Berks Ballet Theatre Dec 13th, 2019

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Graduating Seniors – Olivia Moyer and Audra Nemirow

It’s bittersweet to see Olivia Moyer and Audra Nemirow graduate! They have both danced since they were three years old and have been a part of the company for eight and seven years respectively. To see both of them grow into the young women they have become has been an honor. Olivia is a strong, powerful dancer with long flexible

Nathan Bland Jun 15th, 2018

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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

Nathan Bland May 11th, 2017

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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

Berks Ballet Theatre Dec 15th, 2016