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HBTS Returns to Guild Hall for the 15th Annual 'Nutcracker'

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HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

HBTS presents its 15th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall. KYLE FROMAN

authorStaff Writer on Dec 3, 2024

The Hampton Ballet Theatre School (HBTS) presents its 15th annual production of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved “Nutcracker” from December 13 to 15 at Guild Hall in East Hampton.

The students of HBTS will transport audiences to a land where angels, snowflakes and flowers dance while Clara saves the Nutcracker Prince from the evil Mouse King. The “Nutcracker” conjures holiday cheer for all, while celebrating in the Land of Sweets. HBTS’s Pro Students Major Bovio, Leila Genender, Summer Lillie, Olivia Quinn, Shoshana Sobey, Avery McCleland and Lauren Rosario will all dance featured roles with special guest artists James Monroe Stevko as the Cavalier, Nick Peregrino as the Snow King and Arabian Prince, Amar Smalls as Harlequin and Dew Drop Prince and Malik Berry as Arabian Prince and Dew Drop Prince.

The ballet is choreographed by HBTS director Sara Jo Strickland. Costumes are designed and hand sewn by Yuka Silvera, Sara Jo Strickland and Kate McManus. Lighting design is by Sebastian Paczynski.

Performances are Friday, December 13, at 7 p.m., Saturday, December 14, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 15 at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are $35 to $50 and day of tickets are $40 to $55. Premium and orchestra seating is available at rates for both children and adults. Group rates are available for 10 or more people. To reserve tickets, call 888-933-4287 visit hamptonballettheatreschool.com.

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