THE NUTCRACKER PROJECT
The organization's campaign to update Arkansas's largest and longest-running holiday production.
$75,000 GOAL
VENMO - BALLETARKANSAS
Over four decades, hundreds of thousands of Arkansans have experienced the magic of Ballet Arkansas's beloved production of The Nutcracker Spectacular. With live music by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, the production features a cast of more than 300 dancers, singers, and musicians from all areas of the state, and is the third largest tourism event in Little Rock!
Each year, thousands of hours of labor are needed to upkeep the Spectacular's aging costumes and sets. While ample TLC keeps the production in working order, we've launched a campaign to revitalize the state's largest holiday production with stunning costumes, sets, and choreography to match over the next 5 years.
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The Nutcracker Spectacular not only brings joy and wonder to nearly 10,000 Arkansans each December, but revenue earned through its annual presentation supports Ballet Arkansas's operations, and its world-class productions and education programs. Whether you're a former cast member, a loyal patron, or new to Ballet Arkansas, your support of The Nutcracker Project will instill joy in countless Arkansans for years to come. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation of an amount significant to you, and the years to come will commemorate an exciting new era for the "Nutcracker Spectacular" and the State of Arkansas.
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**Minor updates will be visible in 2023 with more significant updates to follow in future years. ​
Updates include:
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Vibrant, freshly painted backdrops, including a growing Christmas tree - sized perfectly for touring regionally and throughout the Natural State
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Elaborate original costumes for Act I and II
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Beautiful set pieces and hand props for all scenes
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Brand new choreography for all Acts
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Nutcracker Project Donors
22|23 Season
Susana and Camilo Barreto - Hr. Nutcracker Project
Sara Shalin - Hr. Dancers of Ballet Arkansas
Dr. Salvador Lopez-Arias - Hr. Celeste Lopez-Keranen
Megan Hall
Jennings and Brittany Boyette
Stacey Sebree
Julie Fothergill
James and Stacy Bell
Maradyth McKenzie
Jessica Lasley
Gail & Phil Garratt
Andrea Timpa
Angela Shirey - Hr. Rosevelt and Bertine Frierson
Earl and Suzanne Babbie
Karen Bassett
Carolyn Lay
Dillon Hupp
Emily Erkel
Andy Terry
Abby Jennings
Sandy Miller - Hr. Alex Miller
Melodie Britt
Jacey Harris
Vikki Harris
Lisa Johnson
Nikki Lovell
Susanna Jarratt - Hr. David Jarratt
Mary McCraw
Lesley Roberts
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Thank You!
Pictured:
Company Artist, Celeste Lopez-Keranen in one 6 beautiful snow tutus from the Snow scene from Act I of the Nutcracker Spectacular - purchased with funds raised from the Nutcracker Project.
*Durable and beautiful professional-quality tutus range in cost from $200-$1,500 per tutu.
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