National Ballet Toronto
Toronto is home to the Canada's largest ballet troupe, the National Ballet of Canada which is the only Ballet company to offer traditional full-evening ballet classics. The Ballet company showcases Canadian dancers performing in the Royal British style. The company was established by Celia Franca in 1951 and its first performance was on November 12, 1951 at the old Eaton Auditorium in Toronto.
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The National Ballet has more than 60 dancers and its own full symphony orchestra. It presents the classical dance repertoire along with contemporary works. The National Ballet encourages the creation of new ballets and the development of Canadian choreographers. The company's artistic director is Karen Cain, a former principal dancer who retired in 1998.
This fall the classic The Nutcracker will play from December 8 to 30. This performance is scheduled to be simulcast in Cineplex movie theatres across Canada.
The Nutcracker Tickets
You can purchase Nutcracker Tickets at the Four Seasons Centre box office or online at the National Ballet Web Site, and at Ticketmaster.
Location
227 Front St E
Toronto, ON
(416) 363-6671
The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts is located at 145 Queen St West M5H 4G1, on a full city block bordered by University Avenue, Queen, Richmond and York streets. The main entrance is at the southeast corner of Queen and University.
Toronto Theatre Tickets
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