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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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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

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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

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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

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