All arts to air broadcast and streaming premiere of the hip. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and. The hiphop nutcracker will return to new jersey performing arts center in newark this winter, as part of a wonderfully eclectic upcoming season. All arts presents the hip hop nutcracker at njpac airs on the all arts new yorkarea broadcast channel and nationwide through the free all arts streaming app and on. Kurtis blow hip hop nutcracker finale at njpac 2016 youtube. Celebrate the holiday season with njpacs very own holiday smash an urban dance retelling of the timeless fairy tale, featuring rap legend kurtis blow as special guest emcee. The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop dance. The hip hop nutcracker is produced by the new jersey performing arts center njpac, and executive produced by eva price. The hip hop nutcracker tour to hit united palace, njpac. The nutcracker is coming to newark, new jersey on dec. Where to see the nutcracker in new jersey, new york city. Featuring rap legend kurtis blow as special guest mc. The hip hop nutcracker victoria theater, newark, nj tickets. A unique and joyful event, this eveninglength production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen all.
The performances at njpac include the pairing of two very different nutcrackers on a single weekend in december. The traditional classic tchaikovsky score beautifully complements the power moves of dancers, with transitional and incidental music remixed and reimagined, helping to bring a. The hip hop nutcracker special guest mc kurtis blow, one of hip hops founding fathers, once again will open the show with a short set before rapping the introduction to the hip hop nutcracker. Other nutcracker shows around the state will take place.
Dec 14, 2018 njpacs very own holiday smash is back. The hip hop nutcracker at njpac mommypoppins things to. The hip hop nutcracker a holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is an njpac production that reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hip hop choreography. New jersey performing arts center 1 center street newark, nj, 07102 united states. The hip hop nutcracker comes to njpac in december 2019. The hiphop nutcracker by kurtis blow, new jersey performing arts center,1 center st. The hip hop nutcracker by kurtis blow, new jersey performing arts center, 1 center st.
The hip hop nutcracker tchaikovskys score, hip hop. Njpac is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of new jersey where. Produced by the new jersey performing arts center njpac with executive producer, eva price, and cocommissioned by the united palace of cultural. New jersey performing arts center njpac home facebook. Directed and choreographed by jennifer weber, the hip hop nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music. The hip hop nutcracker a national touring production of a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music will play at the njpac in newark, nj on december 20 at 7 p. Jul 24, 2017 the hip hop nutcracker is produced by the new jersey performing arts center njpac, and executive produced by eva price. Njpac and united palace of cultural arts come together to produce hip hop nutcracker at njpac in newark, nj on dec 5, 6, 2014. An all arts presentation episode 6 1h 23m 24s a holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is back and better than ever.
The hip hop nutcracker is a fulllength production featuring a dozen allstar dancers, an onstage dj and an electric violinist. Sign up here njpacs very own holiday smash an urban dance retelling of the timeless fairy tale, featuring rap legend kurtis blow as special guest mc returns for. The prudential hall features 2,800 seats, the victoria theatre features 514 seats, the chase room features 350. The hip hop nutcracker resets tchaikovskys classic score to explosive hiphop choreography, courtesy of jennifer weber. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker is back and better than ever. The hip hop nutcracker with mc kurtis blow hip new jersey.
Now that another years production has delighted newark area audiences, we look forward to this annual dance event at the center. We had just been having a conversation about how rap and hip hop started back in my day. Celebrate the season with njpacs original holiday extravaganza, which reimagines the traditional tchaikovsky ballet with explosive urban choreography. New jersey performing arts center njpac, newark, nj. Since 2014 hes been busting a move as mc for the annual production of the hip hop nutcracker at newarks njpac. The hip hop nutcracker is heading to brooklyn and newark this month, featuring legendary rapper kurtis blow as special guest mc. This vibrant show features dancers, a dj, violinist, and digital scenery that bring the traditional nutcracker story to life with a contemporary, urban twist. The hip hop nutcracker at the njpac hip new jersey.
The hip hop nutcracker, at the united palace of cultural arts, blends tchaikovskys score with d. Not your grandmas nutcracker a hiphop version of a. A holiday mashup for the whole family, the hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive hiphop choreography learn more. Nov 27, 2018 since 2014 hes been busting a move as mc for the annual production of the hip hop nutcracker at newark s njpac. Njpacs hit touring attraction, the hip hop nutcracker, an urban mashup of the holiday classic with special guest mc kurtis blow, and tchaikovskys beloved the nutcracker, presented in an opulent production by. Celebrate the holiday season with njpac\s very own holiday smash an urban dance retelling of the timeless fairy tale, featuring rap legend kurtis blow as special guest mc. Nov 14, 2014 njpac and united palace of cultural arts come together to produce hip hop nutcracker at njpac in newark, nj on dec 5, 6, 2014. A holiday mashup for the entire family, the hip hop nutcracker, a contemporary work set to tchaikovskys timeless music, embarks on an international tour on the strength of last decembers soldout performances of the world premiere at new jersey performing arts center njpac and united palace of cultural arts upca in new york city. New jersey performing arts center njpac celebrated the season on friday evening december 20th and saturday afternoon, december 21st with hiphop nutcracker. The hip hop nutcracker returns to nashville tpac news center. This seasonal mashup mixes urban dancing and digital scenery to retell the story of the nutcracker, featuring rapper kurtis blow as mc. New jersey performing arts center njpac april 14 at 11. Hip hop nutcracker featuring kurtis blow jersey arts events.
December 15 at the new jersey performing arts center in newark, nj december 16 at the kings theatre in brooklyn, ny directed and choreographed by jennifer weber and cocreatedwritten by mike fitelson in 2014, the hip hop nutcracker is a fulllength production featuring a dozen allstar dancers, an onstage dj and an electric violinist. Last year, njpac s production of the hip hop nutcracker completed its fifth national tour, spread out across 28 u. The hip hop nutcracker featuring curtis blow newark. You can find more information at this eveninglength pr. Want to know about more fun events and happenings in nj. Took my 17 year old daughter to see this performance. The center offers a total of 3,752 seats in its four venues. Turning tchaikovsky on his head, featuring kurtis blow the hip hop nutcracker at the victoria theater, newark, nj. Last year, njpacs production of the hip hop nutcracker completed its fifth national tour, spread out across 28 u. The hip hop nutcracker at united palace the new york times. Nextdoor advocate zakia bilal from office of the mayor 17 dec 15 the hip hop nutcracker reimagines tchaikovskys classic score through explosive choreography.
Sep 18, 2019 the hip hop nutcracker a national touring production of a contemporary dance spectacle set to tchaikovskys timeless music will play at the njpac in newark, nj on december 20 at 7 p. Tickets to see hiphop nutcracker are available now at or 888. Njpac is located at 1 center street, newark, new jersey. The hip hop nutcracker at njpac mommypoppins things to do. Oct 29, 2018 njpac is located at 1 center street, newark, new jersey. Join jesse and dave as they talk to the creators of this bold show, which explodes onto the stage in newark on friday, december 14. Performances include the temptations and the four tops, itzhak perlman and pinchas zukerman, the hip hop nutcracker, popovich comedy pet theater and many more. The hip hop nutcracker tour visits united palace, new jersey. With each transaction 100% verified and the largest inventory of tickets on the web, seatgeek is the safe choice for tickets on the web. The new jersey performing arts center, in downtown newark, new jersey. At njpac, youll experience the joy of dance, acting, musical theater, film, and hip hop taught by inspiring artists in a warm, supportive environment.
A unique and joyful event, this production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen allstar dancers, a dj, a violinist, and mc kurtis blow, one of hip hops founding fathers, who opens the show. The hiphop nutcracker will be performed at njpac jan. What is the capacity of the new jersey performing arts center. Produced by the new jersey performing arts center njpac with executive producer, eva price, and cocommissioned by the united palace of cultural arts, the hip hop nutcracker will feature kurtis. The new jersey performing arts center, by celebrating diversity, shall be americas foremost urban presenter of arts and entertainment, a creative and effective leader in arts education for children, a convener of useful and enlightening civic engagement events, and a catalyst for economic development in its home city of newark. New jersey performing arts center njpac celebrated the season on friday evening december 20th and saturday afternoon, december 21st with hip hop nutcracker. Hip hop nutcracker brings a generous dose of contemporary spirit, sure to heat up even the most restless and wintry of souls.
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