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Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

Since 1989, OBT has thrilled Portland audiences with its annual performances of the Nutcracker. Last year this cherished tradition was suspended leaving an empty stage in place of our beloved production. As we return to a more familiar world, we do so with a sense that nothing can be taken for granted – especially a time honored tradition that connects us through music and dance. We raise a glass and welcome the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Once again we will join Marie and her charming Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away by dancing snowflakes to a magical land of sweets ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all to the music of Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score!

This February, OBT fills the Keller Auditorium with passion and romance in an irresistible double bill that is as quirky as Portland itself.

Ever After is an innovative mash up and love letter to all those whose hearts were crushed as wedding plans were dashed due to the pandemic. In solidarity with them, some of the most iconic characters in Balletland have planned a joint wedding celebration. Look forward to seeing the fiery Don Quixote pas de deux, the steely verve of Raymonda, and the sparks that fly between Swanhilda and Franz as they express their mutual devotion accompanied by some of the most fun and uplifting music ever written.

The evening closes with the thrilling return of Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “If ever there was a red-blooded American ballet, it’s this one!” wrote Martha Ullman West. Set to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, the ballet is like an endlessly fascinating Russian nesting doll, revealing, layer after layer, a smoldering playfulness that leads to all out, no-holds barred, passion.

This February, OBT fills the Keller Auditorium with passion and romance in an irresistible double bill that is as quirky as Portland itself.

Ever After is an innovative mash up and love letter to all those whose hearts were crushed as wedding plans were dashed due to the pandemic. In solidarity with them, some of the most iconic characters in Balletland have planned a joint wedding celebration. Look forward to seeing the fiery Don Quixote pas de deux, the steely verve of Raymonda, and the sparks that fly between Swanhilda and Franz as they express their mutual devotion accompanied by some of the most fun and uplifting music ever written.

The evening closes with the thrilling return of Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “If ever there was a red-blooded American ballet, it’s this one!” wrote Martha Ullman West. Set to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, the ballet is like an endlessly fascinating Russian nesting doll, revealing, layer after layer, a smoldering playfulness that leads to all out, no-holds barred, passion.

This February, OBT fills the Keller Auditorium with passion and romance in an irresistible double bill that is as quirky as Portland itself.

Ever After is an innovative mash up and love letter to all those whose hearts were crushed as wedding plans were dashed due to the pandemic. In solidarity with them, some of the most iconic characters in Balletland have planned a joint wedding celebration. Look forward to seeing the fiery Don Quixote pas de deux, the steely verve of Raymonda, and the sparks that fly between Swanhilda and Franz as they express their mutual devotion accompanied by some of the most fun and uplifting music ever written.

The evening closes with the thrilling return of Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “If ever there was a red-blooded American ballet, it’s this one!” wrote Martha Ullman West. Set to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, the ballet is like an endlessly fascinating Russian nesting doll, revealing, layer after layer, a smoldering playfulness that leads to all out, no-holds barred, passion.

This February, OBT fills the Keller Auditorium with passion and romance in an irresistible double bill that is as quirky as Portland itself.

Ever After is an innovative mash up and love letter to all those whose hearts were crushed as wedding plans were dashed due to the pandemic. In solidarity with them, some of the most iconic characters in Balletland have planned a joint wedding celebration. Look forward to seeing the fiery Don Quixote pas de deux, the steely verve of Raymonda, and the sparks that fly between Swanhilda and Franz as they express their mutual devotion accompanied by some of the most fun and uplifting music ever written.

The evening closes with the thrilling return of Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “If ever there was a red-blooded American ballet, it’s this one!” wrote Martha Ullman West. Set to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, the ballet is like an endlessly fascinating Russian nesting doll, revealing, layer after layer, a smoldering playfulness that leads to all out, no-holds barred, passion.

This February, OBT fills the Keller Auditorium with passion and romance in an irresistible double bill that is as quirky as Portland itself.

Ever After is an innovative mash up and love letter to all those whose hearts were crushed as wedding plans were dashed due to the pandemic. In solidarity with them, some of the most iconic characters in Balletland have planned a joint wedding celebration. Look forward to seeing the fiery Don Quixote pas de deux, the steely verve of Raymonda, and the sparks that fly between Swanhilda and Franz as they express their mutual devotion accompanied by some of the most fun and uplifting music ever written.

The evening closes with the thrilling return of Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “If ever there was a red-blooded American ballet, it’s this one!” wrote Martha Ullman West. Set to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, the ballet is like an endlessly fascinating Russian nesting doll, revealing, layer after layer, a smoldering playfulness that leads to all out, no-holds barred, passion.

This February, OBT fills the Keller Auditorium with passion and romance in an irresistible double bill that is as quirky as Portland itself.

Ever After is an innovative mash up and love letter to all those whose hearts were crushed as wedding plans were dashed due to the pandemic. In solidarity with them, some of the most iconic characters in Balletland have planned a joint wedding celebration. Look forward to seeing the fiery Don Quixote pas de deux, the steely verve of Raymonda, and the sparks that fly between Swanhilda and Franz as they express their mutual devotion accompanied by some of the most fun and uplifting music ever written.

The evening closes with the thrilling return of Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “If ever there was a red-blooded American ballet, it’s this one!” wrote Martha Ullman West. Set to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, the ballet is like an endlessly fascinating Russian nesting doll, revealing, layer after layer, a smoldering playfulness that leads to all out, no-holds barred, passion.