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How popular is ballet in Russia?

Russia is home of the worlds two most famous ballet companies—the Bolshoi and the Kirov (Maryinsky) —and the source of ballet's greatest dancers: Nijinsky, Pavlov, Nureyev and Baryshnikov. Russians are big ballet fans. Sometimes they applaud cameo performers before they step on stage.

Is the St Petersburg ballet good?

The ballet is an essential part of St Petersburg's culture. For years, it was one of the most popular forms of entertainment, where nobility and even the imperial family gathered to appreciate the art.

Where can I watch Russian ballet?

In Russia, two best places to see ballet are Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Is The Nutcracker a ballet or play?

History of the Nutcracker. The origin of the Nutcracker, a classic Christmas Story, is a fairy tale ballet in two acts centered on a family's Christmas Eve celebration. Alexandre Dumas Père's adaptation of the story by E.T.A. Hoffmann was set to music by Tchaikovsky and originally choreographed by Marius Petipa.

Also, what age is good for the nutcracker ballet?

To ensure an enjoyable and relaxed experience for everyone, we recommend that children be at least 5-years-old to attend Nutcracker. Please note that we do not allow children under 3, including babes in arms. For Repertory Season performances, including story ballets, we recommend that children be at least 8-years-old.

Subsequently, is the nutcracker ballet worth it?

It's not too long, there is amazing staging, familiar music and gorgeous costumes. The children in the production make it more accessible for kids as well. This is ballet at the top level and is worth it even if you've seen your hometown ballet's Nutcracker. A perfect NYC Xmas experience.

What age is appropriate for Nutcracker?

The show is especially designed for children from 2 to 8 years old, so if you're skeptical about the candy-in-the-lap routine, but still want the "Nutcracker" experience, this is a safe bet.

Also, are there different versions of the nutcracker ballet?

Each of the four versions, roughly based on the 1816 tale "Nussknacker und der Mausekönig," by E. T. A. Hoffmann, emphasizes or changes aspects of the story. Yet each works more or less effectively, even if none attain the sustained enchantment of George Balanchine's version for New York City Ballet.

One may also ask: what's the main song from the nutcracker?

Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker (The Royal Ballet)

Is The Nutcracker scary?

The Nutcracker does have a few scary parts for children. There's a section with the Mouse King and the other human-sized mice battling toy soldiers that was a little frightening; also, Drosselmeyer can be a little scary.

By Lion Fisler