We had just been having a conversation about how rap and hip hop started back in my day. Special guest mc kurtis blow, one of hip hops founding fathers, will appear as the special guest mc. She developed and directs the jazz hip hop nutcracker, a full scale original holiday production. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music.
This production is directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, artistic director of the brooklyn based theatrical hiphop dance company decadancetheatre. All jhhacademy students perform in these productions, meeting their goals and showing their love of dance. Jazz hip hop nutcracker open casting call momentum. Come see hiphop, tap, jazz, irish, theatre, contemporary and much more. Momentum school of dance provides high quality dance instruction and performance coaching for people of all ages.
Dec 12, 2012 the jazz, hip hop nutcracker jhhn, performed by momentum dance theatre and its company of young students, literally does just that. Dance classes and programs momentum dance ensemble and. Momentum dance theatres long running original dance theater holiday show comes to aac for one performance only. We also return to guest with the new philharmonic orchestra of irving to perform excerpts from nutcracker on december th, 2020. Highquality dance and musical theater instruction exceptional. Momentum dance ensemble is a nonprofit arts organization that offers group classes and private lessons for ballet, jazz, tap, irish, hip hop, voice, instruments and more.
Jazz hip hop nutcracker advance sales ended please purchase. Production description casting versatile professional dancers in jazz, hip hop, salsa, and contemporary for jazz hip hop nutcracker, a dance theater show created and presented in washington dc by. Located in burien, washington, and serving students of all ages. Jazz hip hop nutcracker 20th anniversary casting call.
Momentum dance company was founded in 1998, by jacquelyn ralls forcher, to be a venue for local ballet dancers to perform. Momentum dance theatres jazz hip hop nutcracker is by no means a definitive performance of the ellington work, or even the pop songs. Capitol kids are about to perform in three suite, suite shows the nutcracker hits the stage this weekend. Momentum dance theatres jazz hip hop nutcracker continues december 21 and 22 at. Wreaths placed at arlington national cemetery through the arlington wreath project. Beginneradvanced classes for age 516 in ballet, jazz hiphop momentum model, hiphop, contemporary, street dance, tap. Jhhn is a contemporary interpretation of the classic nutcracker.
Primarily trained in new york, she has studied and worked in many different styles from ballet to lyrical, modern, tap, hip hop, contemporary, and musical theatre. Roberta rothstein ballet, pilates and results barreteacher. To ignite social awareness and change through dance performance, education, and community engagement. She was educated at the lausanne school in memphis, tennessee and at the gardner school and the ballet school in new york. Eventbrite momentum dance theatre presents jazz hip hop nutcracker advance sales have ended please purchase tickets at the door saturday, december 7, 2019 at publick playhouse, hyattsville, md. Jazz hip hop nutcracker comes to east of the river. The nutcracker ballet christmas time is here contemporary dances white christmas musical theatre. Look no further than momentums original show featuring music by duke ellington. Mar 22, 2020 with amazing teachers and exciting opportunities, momentum dance has become a popular name in the dfw dance community. Dec 31, 2014 the hip hop nutcracker, 2015 promo hip hop nutcracker. We have two large scale professional dance theater productions each year, jazz hip hop nutcracker and alice.
Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance. Momentum dance company, now in its 16th season, has a busy and full year ahead. Excerpts from jazz hip hop nutcracker momentum dance theatre. Classes progress from beginner through advanced and are based on age, skill level, and previous experience in our program. Jazz hip hop nutcracker c comes to anacostia arts center. Momentum dance theatre dance studio washington, district. The hip hop nutcracker touring tickets event dates. Pd dancers are given the opportunity to dance principle, solo, and specialty roles that will. Performances presented by momentum s dance ensemble our mission is to enrich the human spirit through music, dance, and theatre. From 202014 she was the hip hop instructor at encore dance studio. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance.
Casting the 20th anniversary of jazz hip hop nutcracker, momentum s professional holiday production, and original version of the traditional nutcracker story. In its th season at stuart hobson middle school on capitol hill, the jhhn is a heartwarming community theatre experience. Casting three new york dancers one male, two females to supplement the washington d. Casting 34 new york dancers 1 male, 23 females to supplement the washington d. Breakdancing to tchaikovsky in the hip hop nutcracker duration. The hip hop nutcracker celebrates love, community and the magic of new years eve. Season finale performances for all dance classes are held in june. Jazz hip hop nutcracker casting call momentum dance. Dec 08, 2018 jazz hip hop nutcrackerc comes to anacostia arts center. Pd dancers are given the opportunity to dance principle, solo, and specialty roles that will be taught in pd rehearsals throughout the week. As momentum has grown from 60 students to over 300, we continue toward our goal of educating dancers in a fun, dramafree, morally sound learning environment. Momentum dance ensemble and academy dance lessons burien. Capitol kids are about to perform in three suite, suite shows the nutcracker hits the stage this. Our mission is to enrich the human spirit through music, dance, and theatre.
Our wide variety of dance and fitness classes allows your child to explore the art of dance and find their own path. Williams september 28, 2015 i am so happy to announce that this year, i will be performing with momentum dance theatre in washington, d. Our fun contemporary variety show will give you and your family the best hits of the decades. Jazz hip hop nutcracker advance sales have ended please. The hip hop nutcracker at united palace the new york times. Dec 8th, 2pm sunday, december 8, 2019 at publick playhouse, hyattsville, md.
Located on capitol hill in dc, it is called momentum dance and fitness and will be a home for momentum dance theatre. That said, her musical development and appetites are very much her own. Performances presented by momentum s dance ensemble 20192020 performances dance performances are held at the performing arts center in burien highline high school and other venues in the local area. Email us to determine which classes are best for your child. The hip hop nutcracker with guest mc kurtis blow the ordway. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop. Elle magazine a holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is better than ever. In conclusion, i can not speak highly enough of adt. Jazz hip hop nutcracker, momentum dance theatres fabulous, original modern spin on the traditional holiday show, has been wowing and charming audiences since 2000. Momentum dance theatre is using eventbrite to organize upcoming events. After a one year leave of absence, i have returned to the altoona dance theatre, not as a dancer, but as an employee.
Momentum is looking for reliable people to volunteer their time and talents at one or more of our performances. The hip hop nutcracker turns tchaikovsky on his head, in the coolest possible way. Momentum dance theatre jazz hip hop nutcracker want a contemporary take on this classic fare. We strive to foster a lifetime of love for dance and fitness in everyone. The washington ballets nutcracker continues through dec. In 2010, she was featured as an instructor for move. As webre acknowledged with a showofhands at the warner theatre on friday, the nutcracker is many. It is the perfect beginning to the most wonderous time of the year. The american pops orchestra apo family access tickets program.
Jazz hip hop nutcracker performances to take place through. Momentum dance theatre s long running original dance theater holiday show comes to aac for one performance only. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is back and better than ever. The weta guide to christmas featured events, performances. The self esteem, confidence, teamwork and discipline they learn benefit them in dance and in life. Music is duke ellingtons excellent version of the nutcracker plus contemporary and classic pop, funk, and salsa. Check out momentum dance theatre s events, learn more, or contact this organizer. Washington ballets canned nutcracker suite ditches live music. Cbs a truly oneofakind experience, filled with highpowered choreography and a very modern storyline. Performances presented by momentums dance ensemble. The nutcracker performed by the washington ballet at warner theatre. Jazz hip hop nutcracker jhhn, momentum dance theatre s fabulous, unique contemporary spin on the traditional holiday show. We rely on the generosity of individual donors, corporate sponsorship, and grants to support our programs. Momenutm dance companys 20 nutcracker was a big success, with an almost sold out theater and very happy dancers.
Momentum s pd was created to give dancers the opportunity to experience life in a preprofessional dance company and to share their passion with the dance community. The dance institute field trip experience dance concerts for capitol hill children. Capitol hill montessori at logan 2019 production of lion king jr. Star eyes nachmo dc february 15, 2020 by nachmo dc. Momentum school of dance is dedicated to establishing and maintaining an environment of acceptance and nurturing, while exploring and helping to define an individuals passion for dance and the arts. Momentum was incorporated in december 2004 to be a 501 c 3 nonprofit regional dance company. A dozen allstar dancers, dj, violinist, and digital scenery bring the traditional nutcracker story to life with a contemporary urban twist. The global smash hit blue man group returns to charlotte with a limited run of shows, april 24th through april 26th, 2020. Dec 11, 2014 the hip hop nutcracker, at the united palace of cultural arts, blends tchaikovskys score with d.
Momentum dance ensemble is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Dance classes and programs momentum dance ensemble and academy. Momentum s annual production is at the start of the holiday season. Momentum guests at the ballet frontier youth festival, the sweatt dallas dance festival and the ft.
Took my 17 year old daughter to see this performance. The hip hop nutcracker, 2015 promo hip hop nutcracker. Taffety punk theatre company sappho and antogonick. Momentum is located in south arlington in a 7,000 foot state of the art facility with four dance spaces, custom woodsprungmarley floors and observation windows for each classroom. Volunteers from the jcc prepping christmas dinner for d. Momentum dance center meet our team momentum dance center. Since 1986 momentum dance theatre s mission is to be ambassadors of movement, especially the. American ballerina and dance educator diana adams was born in stanton, virginia, march 29, 1926, the daughter of stanley adams, an english teacher. Momentum dance theatre presents jazz hip hop nutcracker, d.
Jazz hip hop nutcracker jhhn is momentum dance theatres fabulous, unique contemporary spin on the traditional holiday show. Casting versatile professional dancers in jazz, hip hop, salsa, and contemporary for jazz hip hop nutcracker, a dance theater show created and presented in washington dc by momentum dance theatre. What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of tchaikovskys nutcracker and a dj with pinsharp contemporary hip hop dance. The nutcracker ballet christmas time is here contemporary dances. We provide training in jazz, hip hop, ballet and contemporary.
Eventbrite momentum dance theatre presents jazz hip hop nutcracker advance sales ended please purchase tickets at the door for sun. Come see hip hop, tap, jazz, irish, theatre, contemporary and much more. Through the spells cast by the mysterious drosselmeyer, mariaclara and her nutcracker prince, travel back in time to the moment when her parents first meet in a nightclub. Jhhn tells the dancing story of transformation of two kids through the arts. Please consider supporting our programs so we can continue to create access to the arts to the citizens of burien and beyond.
Europe is a continent located entirely in the northern hemisphere and mostly in the eastern hemisphere. Music is duke ellingtons excellent version of the nutcracker plus. The hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hip hop choreography. Momentum s professional company is joined by our jazz hip hop academy students. Dec 17, 20 the washington ballets nutcracker continues through dec. Momentum dance theatres jazz hip hop nutcracker is by no means a definitive performance of the ellington work, or even the pop songs they try, but the ramshackle event has an amiable homegrown. Momentum is excited to present momentum through the decades. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and. Actually, i was tackled by my students, who were once my teammates, before which i was their dance leader and teachers assistant. Momentum dance and fitnes is the newest addition to the arts scene in capitol hill. Join us for excerpts from our long running original holiday show, in bite size form for the. Momentum dance theatre s jazz hip hop nutcracker is by no means a definitive performance of the ellington work, or even the pop songs they try, but the ramshackle event has an amiable homegrown. The jazz hip hop academy is momentum dance s signature training program for boys and girls ages 616.
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