The nutcracker at the house theatre of chicago meetup. Founded in 1990, chopin theatre has grown into one of americas most active arts centers, presenting, producing or coproducing over 500 theater, music, film, literary and social events each year. House theatre presents 10 th anniversary of the nutcracker based on the original story by e. Division, chicago, il 60642 performances of the magic parlour at palmer house hilton, 17 e monroe st, chicago il 60603 offices located at the house theatre of chicago, 4020 n rockwell st, chicago il 60618. The house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns with its fantastical deconstruction of e. This modern holiday production weaves together riveting dialogue, astonishing puppetry, original song, and spellbinding spectacle to tell a heartwarming, darkly moving story of magic and hopea fun outing fit for the whole. Fri nov 30th 4pm become a part of chicago s new holiday tradition the nutcracker. Hoffmanns classic holiday story, the nutcracker uncle drosselmeyer gives young clara is a likeness of her older brother, who died in war a year. A balletfree adaptation of the nutcracker ticket island. The house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical.
Join stageagent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. The house s fantastical deconstruction of this timehonored holiday story centers on claras journey to save her family from the rat king before christmas, with the help of a nutcracker, a gift from her beloved uncle drosselmeyer. No broadway or hollywood, but chicago is a theater city. The house theatre of chicago is proud to announce a special onenightonly concert by jason narducy, the composer of their hit rock musical verboten, on saturday, march 14 at 8. Rachel shapiro theatre credits and profile abouttheartists.
Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. The nutcracker in chicago, il including details about tickets, show information and cast profiles. With lots of humor and heart, this fresh theatrical interpretation centers on young claras journey to save christmas following her brothers death. Playing at the chopin theatre, 1543 w division st in chicago through december 29, 2019. Produced for past two years by house theatre at chopins mainstage, the nutcracker won raves from all the critics and will be remounted again at chopin theatres main stage. Plays, musicals, and theatre performances produced by the house theatre of chicago in chicago, il. All mainstage shows will be performed in the chopin upstairs theatre, 1543 w. The house theatre of chicago announce the return of the. The house is chicago s premier home for intimate experiences of epic story and stagecraft. The house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. The nutcracker the house theatre of chicago performing. From house theatre of chicago in response to the mandate issued by the state of illinois and city of chicago on march 12, the house theatre of chicago has no other course of action than to cancel the remainder of the run of verboten, as well as the onenight concert a night of songs and stories with verboten composer jason narducy. The houses fantastical deconstruction of this timehonored holiday story centers on claras journey to save her family from the rat king before christmas, with the help of a nutcracker, a gift from her beloved uncle drosselmeyer.
The house theatre of chicago is a 501c3 notforprofit organization and is proud to present original plays and immersive events in service of its mission to. Since becoming eligible in 2004, the house has been nominated for more than 40 joseph jefferson awards. The house theatre of chicago presents the nutcracker. The house theatre of chicago once again brings holiday cheer for the whole family with its seventh annual engagement of the alloriginal the nutcracker playing at the chopin theatre upstairs. The nutcracker at the chopin theatre mainstage the house theatre of chicago s original, ballet free version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Offloop it may be but the nutcracker is nevertheless undeniably on point.
Children love the house theatre of chicagos reimagined the nutcracker. With the help of a magical nutcracker, this brave little girl will fight the rat king and save her family. Produced for past two years by house theatre at chopin s mainstage, the nutcracker won raves from all the critics and will be remounted again at chopin theatre s main stage. The house theatre of chicago chopin theatre mainstage. The house theatre of chicago performing amazing feats of. The nutcracker at the house theatre of chicago housetheatreofchi. The house theatre of chicago is bringing the holiday cheer with its eighth annual engagement of the alloriginal, balletfree the nutcracker playing at the chopin theatre s upstairs stage now through dec. The house theatre of chicago presents the holiday classic. The house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. With the help of a magical nutcracker, this brave girl will risk the darkness, fight the rat king, and save her family. With lots of humor and heart, this fresh theatrical interpretation centers on young claras journey to save christmas following. The house theatres the nutcracker, which is better than ever this.
The nutcracker by house theatre of chicago, with haley seda. The house theatre of chicago once again brings holiday cheer for the whole family with its eighth annual engagement of the alloriginal, balletfree the nutcracker playing at the chopin theatre. The nutcracker a moving and emotional theater experience. The nutcracker at the house theatre of chicago youtube. The houses fantastical expansion of this holiday classic centers on young claras. It is the mission of the house to unite chicago in. The holiday season is a time typically associated with giving, but the house theatre s adaptation of the nutcracker stands out by being a musical about loss. The house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. The nutcracker continues through december 30th at chopin theatre, 1543 w. The house theatre of chicago brings back the hit holiday production with its annual engagement of the nutcracker, an alloriginal, balletfree and familyfriendly production playing at the chopin. Chopin theatre is privately held and operates without public funding. The nutcracker chopin theatre the house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Chopin theatre mainstage chicago, il the house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. The house s balletfree version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save christmas.
House theatre of chicago updates nutcracker with non. At the chopin theatre in wicker park, the house theatre has their own tradition and that tradition has just turned 10yearsold. Chopin theatre, chicago, il abouttheartists theatre profile. The house theatre of chicago has announced its 201920 season, the 18th for the chicago company. From house theatre of chicago in response to the mandate issued by the state of illinois and city of chicago on march 12, the house theatre of chicago has. Save with chopin theatre mainstage tickets coupons plus get additional discounts on admission to local attractions in your area. Reimagined for season 15, experience the nutcracker with new design elements and an updated script.
The house theatre of chicago s nonballet version of the nutcracker transforms e. Box office opens at the chopin theatre one hour before each performance of the mainstage shows. The house theatre of chicago is a 501c3 notforprofit organization and is proud to present original plays and immersive events in service of its mission to unite chicago in the spirit of community through amazing feats of storytelling. In 2007, the house became the first recipient of broadway in chicagos emerging theater award.
The house theatre of chicago will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the annual hit production the nutcracker, an alloriginal, balletfree and familyfriendly production playing at. Performances currently take place at the chopin theatre in wicker park. The house theater of chicago balletfree the nutcracker. They are a delicious mixture of magic, snow, music, and talent that genuinely like being a part of the holiday celebration. The 2018 ensemble features many returning faces including ben. The house theatre of chicago presents the nutcracker a magical story for the holidays playing at chopin theatre, 1543 w division st, chicago. Find the house theater of chicago in chicago with address, phone number from yahoo us local. Such is the case with the nutcracker currently in its ninth reincarnation delivered by the power house theatre of chicago and hosted at the beautiful chopin theatre where it always smells like christmas. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. All mainstage shows will be performed in the chopin upstairs theatre, 1543. The house theatre of chicago has announced casting for its annual balletfree production of the nutcracker. House theatre of chicago announces 201920 season chicago.