Two stars will join Greenwich Ballet in production of Nutcracker Dec. 17, 18

Friday, 16 December 2011 15:26

Greenwich Ballet Academy will be joined by world-renowned ballet stars Irina Dvorovenko and Maxim Beloserkovsky for the academy’s production of The Nutcracker on Saturday, Dec. 17, and Sunday, Dec. 18, at the Greenwich High School Theater. Yuri Vodolaga, artistic director at GBA, has created an abridged version of this holiday classic that features all of GBA’s students, as well as Ms. Dvorovenko and Mr. Beloserkovsky, in the roles of the Sugarplum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Ms. Dvorovenko and Mr. Beloserkovsky, principal dancers at American Ballet Theatre, will lead a master class for the students at Greenwich Ballet Academy, as well as assist in preparing the students for this year’s production. Mr. Vodolaga said, “This is a unique opportunity for our students to learn from the very best in their craft — not only the technical aspects of ballet, but also how to really perform on stage.”

Tina Volkwein, chair of the Board of GBA, expressed her excitement, saying, “We hope that their presence will underscore th seriousness of our program and its quality. This will be one of the most important cultural events in Greenwich this year — not to be missed by anyone interested in the art of classical ballet!”

Ms. Dvorovenko and Mr. Beloserkovsky visited Greenwich as the guests of honor at a fund-raiser for Greenwich Ballet Academy,  “A Russian Winter Evening” on Nov. 4 at a private home. The event  featured festive Russian delicacies and sweets and gave attendees the opportunity to interact with two of the best ballet dancers in the world, academy representatives said.
For tickets to the Nutcracker performances, go to Greenwichballetacademy.org or call 914-305-4377.

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