GABRIELLA RESNICK PERFORMS IN BOSTON BALLET’S CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PRODUCTION OF MIKKO NISSINEN’S THE NUTCRACKER

Gabriella Resnick, of Marblehead, is performing in Boston Ballet’s production of Mikko Nissinen’s The Nutcracker in the role of Page. Gabriella has been a student at Boston Ballet School for 11 years. This timeless classic is presented by State Street Corporation, and will run from November 29-December 29, 2013 at the Boston Opera House.

You may be already familiar with Gabriella from her work as a model turned actress as she frequently appears on Nickelodeon, in commercials and magazines, such as being the face of Nerf Rebelle product line for Hasbro, or from her charitable work for Bright Star Foundation that she founded with the money she earned from modeling and acting, but Gabriella says that dancing has always been her passion. This ballet season adds to Gabriella's long dancing carrier that started at the age of 3 and also includes performing in Miami City Ballet's Nutcracker for several seasons, being an international champion of a ballroom dance competition, and having taken part in several other productions of Boston Ballet.

Gabriella joins nearly 250 other young dancers from around New England cast in The Nutcracker.  Three different casts will take on various roles, such as toy soldiers, pages, reindeer, lambs, polichinelles, baby mice, and party children during Boston Ballet's 43 performances of The Nutcracker.

Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen and Robert Perdziola chose to set the new production in the early 1800s, in what many know as the Jane Austen era. Over 350 costumes were created, each handmade and custom painted to match Perdziola’s exquisite designs. The innovative sets contain extensive amounts of moving scenery, making the entire production a truly magical experience.

Students of Boston Ballet School in The Nutcracker were hailed by The Boston Globe as “adorable, focused and disciplined” handling serious pattern and partner work with “impressive aplomb.” All children performing in The Nutcracker are students of Boston Ballet School and coached by an experienced staff including Boston Ballet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen, Boston Ballet School’s Director Margaret Tracey, Ballet Mistress Melanie Atkins and Boston Ballet School’s world-renowned faculty. Students have an exciting schedule through the months of October, November, and December, which includes rehearsals with company dancers, costume fittings, experiencing the unique, backstage atmosphere at The Boston Opera House, and numerous performances accompanied by Boston Ballet Orchestra and enthusiastic audiences.

Participating in a full-length ballet is an important performance opportunity for students, exposing them to aspects of ballet they don't experience in a regular class. The students learn about the hard work and enjoyment that composes a live ballet performance and have the unique opportunity to dance alongside Boston Ballet’s internationally acclaimed company dancers.

Boston Ballet School is the largest ballet school in North America now operating studios in Boston, Newton, and Marblehead and other programs throughout New England. Over 10,000 students participate in Boston Ballet School’s year-round, summer, adult, and outreach programs each year.

All performances of The Nutcracker will take place at The Boston Opera House, November 29 – December 29, 2013.

For more information, please visit: www.bostonballet.org.

2013-2014 Season Tickets

Subscriptions, Group Sales tickets, and tickets to The Nutcracker for the 2013-2014 season are on sale now.  Individual tickets for season ballets go on sale on Monday August 26.  Subscriptions and individual tickets are available for sales online 24 hours a day at www.bostonballet.org, by phone at 617.695.6955, or in person at the box office at 19 Clarendon Street, Boston, Mon–Fri, 9:30am-5pm and on performance days on Sat and Sun, 11am – 4pm.  Group Sales tickets for 10 or more people are available by phone at 617.695.6955.  Prices for season ballets start at $29.  Tickets to The Nutcracker start at $35.  Contact the Boston Ballet Box Office at 617.695.6955 or visit www.bostonballet.org for details.

About Boston Ballet

Boston Ballet’s internationally acclaimed performances of classical, neo-classical, and contemporary ballets, combined with a dedication to world class dance education and community outreach programs have made the institution a leader in its field, with a 50 year history of promoting excellence and access to dance.  In addition to the brilliant programming for the 2013-2014 season, Boston Ballet will celebrate its 50th anniversary by launching a micro-site featuring 50 years of Boston Ballet in photos. Throughout the duration of the season, a limited edition souvenir program featuring never-before-seen Company photography will be sold. As an exciting new initiative, Boston Ballet will be reaching out to Company dancers of the past 50 years for an alumni weekend celebration March 14-16, 2014. 

Boston Ballet maintains a diverse repertoire, ranging from timeless classics such as Marius Petipa’s The Sleeping Beauty and Giselle, John Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet, and a rich collection of Balanchine choreography to cutting edge contemporary works by Resident Choreographer Jorma Elo and the visionary Jiří Kylián.

Boston Ballet School, the official school of Boston Ballet, has a long-standing dedication to excellence and access. The School reaches more than 10,000 students (toddler to adult) each year through Boston Ballet School classes, the Summer Dance Workshop, and the Summer Dance Program held at three studio locations in Boston, Newton, and Marblehead.

Boston Ballet’s nationally-acclaimed education programs include Citydance, Taking Steps, and Adaptive Dance. The programs are offered in partnership with the Boston Public Schools and in communities throughout the city and region.

Read more about Boston Ballet’s 50th Season by visiting our website, at www.bostonballet.org .