Performances
Sugar Plum Tea Party
Join the Sugar Plum Fairy & other characters from the Land of Sweets for a magical tea party! This wonderful annual parent-child event delights young and old as they enjoy a selection of savory treats, arts and crafts, a mini-Nutcracker performance, magical treats and surprises! Make this enchanting experience a holiday tradition and create some unforgettable experiences for your family this upcoming holiday season.
EVENT DATES & TIMES
Saturday, December 7th, 10:00 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 2:30pm
Sunday, December 8th, 10:00 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 2:30pm
EVENT LOCATION
New Canaan High School, 11 Farm Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
TICKET PRICING
Adult Ticket $70
Child Ticket* $70 (ages 2 & up)
Ticket includes Full Lunch Buffet, Character Visits, Arts & Crafts, Cookie Decorating, Sweet Treats and Gifts!
*All children must be accompanied by an adult; highchairs are not available.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Tickets sales open on Wednesday, October 25th at 10:00 am.
Questions? Contact the office at neadinfo@aol.com or (203) 972-3265
Nutcracker
Step into the magic of this unforgettable holiday tale and be transported through a wonderland of toy soldiers, dancing snowflakes, and into the land of the Sweets. Share unforgettable moments and everlasting memories with friends and family during this incredibly special holiday celebration!
Nutcracker features over 150 students from our Academy, featuring dazzling sets and costumes. The performances feature the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra and run two hours with one intermission. For children 6 and younger, we offer an Interactive one-hour long Children’s Performance with a Children’s tea party where children can meet the characters, participate in activities and games, and eat delicious food!
2023 Performance Dates
Friday, December 13th, at 7:00PM
Saturday, December 14th at 11:00AM, and 4:00PM
Sunday, December 15th at 1pm Interactive Children’s Show ( ACT II Only), and 4 pm.
Purchase your tickets HERE!
General sale tickets begin on Monday, November 6th.
Nutcracker 2023 Audition Information
- Chinese
- Ivy
- Rats
- Snow
- All Flowers + Fairies
- Spanish
- Flute
- Dolls/Night Fairy
- Roses
Nutcracker 2023 Bootcamp
Nutcracker 2023 Boot Camp
August 28th- September 1st
Get ready for Nutcracker Auditions by going to our Nutcracker Boot Camp
August 28th- Sept 1st
To help our dancers prepare for auditions, NEAD launched its Nutcracker Boot Camp. Our Boot Camp is designed to provide students the opportunity to prepare their bodies and minds for Nutcracker auditions. Boot Camp is not a requirement for Nutcracker auditions, but it is highly recommended.
Attending our Boot Camp does not guarantee any specific role in the Nutcracker.
Instruction includes:
- Technique Class
- Pointe (for advanced dancers only)
- Audition tips
- Overcoming performance anxiety
- How to appropriately handle casting disappointment
- General dance etiquette
- Nutcracker Repertoire
TO REGISTER:
Registration will begin on MONDAY, AUGUST 14TH.
Details for each camp
Ballet 6a – $525
5 days | Aug 28-Sep 1 | 4:30pm-7:30pm
Intermediate – $525
5 days | Aug 28-Sep 1 | 4:30pm-7:30pm
Advanced – $525
5 days | Aug 28-Sep 1 | 4:30-7:30pm
Our Spring Performance
Each Spring, NEAD hosts an end-of-the-year performance to showcase what our students have learned over the past year. Students in levels Pre-ballet 1 – Pre-Professional levels perform in alternating contemporary and ballet pieces. Each Spring, we showcase a different Ballet or Contemporary piece. Previous ballet performances included Cinderella, Swan lake, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Paquita, Peter and the Wolf, Coppelia, Carnival of the Animals, and more!