Surviving "Nutcracker"

12/10/2012 12-13, Features, Nutcracker

Pointe Magazine, December 2012   Dancers have a love-hate relationship withNutcracker. For many, it was the first ballet they saw; for even more, it was the first they ever performed. But, despite the nostalgia, December’s relentless marathon of shows takes a toll. If Nutcracker ... More

Ian Hussey: Taking athletic abilities to the ballet’s center stage

12/05/2012 12-13, Interviews

Philadelphia Gay News, December 2012 In “Nutcracker: The Motion Picture,” the narrator states: “In the language of this dream, in that palace of delight, we spoke with our whole selves ... And my tall Nutcracker Cavalier had eyes only for me, for at least as long as that dream could be.” Well,... More

A Swan Song For A Prima Ballerina

11/02/2012 12-13, Radio, Features, Retirement

Jim Cotter speaks with Pennsylvania Ballet Principal dancer Arantxa Ochoa.  After 16 years with the company, 11 of those in leading roles, Ochoa will retire from the stage after dancing the title role in Giselle, the ballet’s season-opening production. Listen Now >> October... More

Review: Pennsylvania Ballet opens season with 'Giselle'

10/21/2012 12-13, Giselle, Reviews

Pennsylvania Ballet opened its 49th season with Giselle Thursday night at the Academy of Music and made it clear why the work has such staying power. One of the world's most frequently performed ballets (with Nutcracker and Swan Lake), Gisellewas choreographed in 1841... More

Giselle Rendez-vous Package

10/12/2012 12-13, Packages

Enjoy a night out with a performance of Giselle at the Academy of Music and dinner at Ruth's Chris Steak House! Packages start at $80 and include performance ticket and three-course meal. Available October 19 and 27 only.    Details and Tickets >>

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