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Early in 1891 the legendary composer Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky received
a commission from the Imperial Theatre Directorate at St. Petersburg
to compose a one-act lyric opera together with a ballet for presentation
during the following season. Accepting Tchaikovsky’s choice of subject for the opera, the Theatre Directorate selected Alexandre Dumas’
French adaptation of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s tale The Nutcracker and the
Mouse King for the ballet.
Tchaikovsky was not pleased with the subject selection because he felt
it did not lend itself to theatrical presentation and was therefore quite
unsuited to serve as a scenario for a ballet. Both the opera and ballet
were presented on December 18, 1892. The ballet, conducted by Riccardo Drigo, was received somewhat unfavorably. Dance historians
have attributed this to the Nutcracker’s unusual story, which was quite
different from the romantic tales normally presented.
The Nutcracker choreography was begun by the redoubtable Marius
Petipa. The balance of the work was taken up by his assistant Leon
Ivanov when Petipa fell ill. According to historical accounts, when the
ballet was finally produced, Petipa refused to have his name linked with
it, feeling his own part in its creation was insufficient to be publicly
announced. Dance historians have, however, recognized his contribution, and the original choreography is generally credited to both Petipa
and Ivanov.
First presented in Western Europe by the Sadler’s Wells Ballet at the
Sadler’s Wells Theatre, London, January 30, 1934, the production was
staged by Nicholas Sergeyev after the original Petipa-Ivanov version.
The first full-length American Nutcracker was produced by the San
Francisco Ballet in 1944 with choreography by William Christensen.
Although constantly changing over its sixty-plus-year history, one
of the landmark Nutcrackers was brought to the Metropolitan area in
1954 by the New York City Ballet with choreography by George Balanchine. Subsequent notable Nutcrackers have been choreographed
and staged by Rudolf Nureyev, Royal Swedish Ballet (1967) and
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England’s Royal Ballet (1968), and Mikhail Baryshnikov, American
Ballet Theatre (1976). With literally hundreds of productions nationwide, the Nutcracker has become the quintessential holiday classic,
presented in theatrical productions on ice, on the dance stage and in
the movies. This American holiday staple has also become an artistic
lifeline, often providing over fifty percent of a dance company’s annual
ticket sales.
The basic libretto of the Nutcracker has as many interpretations as there
are staged versions. The characters’ names often change and plot twists
are added. The only constant is the music. Tchaikovsky’s musical
genius created one of the most recognizable and enduring scores ever
written. An abbreviated version, the Nutcracker Suite, is one of the
most recorded selections in classical repertoire. In the final analysis, it
is the music that has truly given the Nutcracker a life of its own.
The Nutcracker is set in Western Europe during the 1800s. A doctor
and town mayor, Hans Stahlbaum delights in holding large holiday
gatherings for family and friends. His two children, Clara and Fritz,
anxiously await the arrival of guests. The snow evokes a pleasantly
festive atmosphere as the guests arrive. Tardy as always, Clara’s godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer, arrives with special fanfare. He causes quite
a stir and then mesmerizes and dazzles all onlookers with his exquisite
mechanical dolls.
Presents are distributed to all the children, and Fritz receives a rocking
hobby train. A bit jealous, Clara approaches Drosselmeyer for her gift.
He teases her with a large mouse doll. Fritz pulls a baby mouse from
the mother mouse’s apron and sends Clara scampering. Drosselmeyer
quickly makes amends and offers Clara an unusual prize, a colorful
Nutcracker. Clara is instantly enthralled with the gift. Sibling rivalry
takes hold, and in a tussle to wrest the Nutcracker away from Clara,
Fritz breaks him. Drosselmeyer repairs the poor Nutcracker, but Clara
is disappointed. He promises that all will be well.
Evening overtakes the party and the guests depart. Clara is shooed to
bed. Quiet prevails in the Stahlbaum residency, or does it? Clara has
awakened and, longing for her Nutcracker, comes back to the living
room. She quickly finds her doll and falls asleep again. There begins
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Thematically, Clara is cast as a mid-teen just blossoming into adulthood. She is young enough to display childlike emotions, yet mature
enough to fantasize that a doll turned human can have idyllic qualities
of heroism, selflessness, tenderness and a zest for adventure. Her attraction to the handsome Nutcracker is only natural; Clara has created
him in her mind’s eye. She has molded a doll into a living being, and
a prince at that. Her devotion to the Nutcracker is symbolized by her
brave effort to save him from being vanquished by the evil Mouse
King. As the Nutcracker becomes more lifelike, the dream sequence
carries her to a romantic interlude, a magical winter wonderland and
an exotic garden in the Kingdom of the Sweets.
The character of Drosselmeyer has almost endless possibilities. The
Seiskaya version adopts the characterization of him as Clara’s godfather, who is an eccentric maker of magnificent mechanical toys. A
widower with no children of his own, he delights in teasing and pleasing
his only godchild. Drosselmeyer’s relationship to the Nutcracker is
simply that of an artisan. Clara’s dream vision of Drosselmeyer is an
expression of her affection for him and an extension of the attributes
she sees in him.
The Nutcracker presents two major ensemble dances: the Dance of the
Snowflakes and the Dance of the Flowers. One of the strengths of the
Seiskaya Company has always been ensemble segments. Nowhere is
this more evident than in these dances. Flowing lines, exact patterns
and intricate interplay between corps and soloists are the hallmark of
the choreography.
Cyril W. Beaumont, the noted dance critic, historian and author, panned
the original 1934 British version of the Nutcracker: “The final scene is
merely an excuse for the traditional series of character dances which,
in this instance, are seldom appropriate to the situation and, generally
speaking, are of indifferent quality.” History has proven that even a
revered critic like Mr. Beaumont can be wrong. The Second Act has
long been considered the ballet’s highlight. The Seiskaya version of
the Kingdom of the Sweets, Act II, reaffirms the classical approach.
The scene opens with the Sugar Plum Fairy surrounded by a host of
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angels, followed by the entrance of her court, and the arrival of a nutshell boat with Clara and the Nutcracker. The members of the Sugar
Plum’s court represent many lands, as well as characters, from children’s
fairy tales. The couple is presented with sweets and delicacies from
around the world. The Nutcracker tells of his valiant struggle against
the Mouse King and Clara’s heroic efforts. Clara’s dream at this juncture takes on a “sugar and spice and everything nice” tone. Seiskaya’s
unusual choreographic adaptations frame the character ballet dances
with a unique quality.
Beaumont was a lot more generous in his opinion of the Dance of the Snowflakes and, in particular, the Sugar Plum Pas de Deux: “. . . there are three
beautiful ‘classical numbers’ - the pas de deux danced by the Sugar-Plum
Fairy and her Cavalier, the latter’s variation, and the ‘Dance of the SugarPlum Fairy.’” Seiskaya’s rendition of this famous pas de deux matches
the elegance, beauty and charisma of guest artist Elizabeth McGrath and
Seiskaya Ballet principals Anna Craddock and Alexandra Palma with guest
artist Cory Stearns’ consummate artistry. About the pas de deux it can be
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but the correct one was made. Guest
artist Cory Stearns studied with Valia
Seiskaya for nearly ten years catching
the eye of judges at the Youth American
Grand Prix resulting in a full scholarship
to the Royal Ballet School in London.
As part of his training, he performed in
Madrid, Moscow, Milan and Germany
dancing principal roles in Mark Annear’s
Mendelssohn
Concerto,
Kenneth
Macmillan’s Concerto, Kirk Peterson’s
Eyes That Gently Touch, Robert
Hill’s Piano Concerto #2, and Barry
Moreland’s Fearful Symmetries. Cory joined American Ballet Theatre’s
Studio Company in September 2004, the main Company as an apprentice in
January 2005 and as a member of the corps de ballet in January 2006. He was
appointed a soloist in January 2009 on the heels of which he won the 2009
Erik Bruhn Prize for best male dancer. He was elevated to principal dancer in
January 2011. Among his numerous roles are: Conrad in Le Corsaire; Basilio
in Don Quixote; Albrecht in Giselle; Her Prince Charming in Cinderella;
Onegin in Onegin; Romeo and Paris in Romeo and Juliet; Orion and Apollo
in Sylvia and Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake. “I started my stage career here
as Fritz and am now fulfilling an old dream of performing the Cavalier.”
Guest artist Elizabeth McGrath began
her ballet training under the tutelage of
Valia Seiskaya. She quickly established
herself as a major talent performing the
Sugar Plum at 13 with ABT principal
dancer Gil Boggs. At age 15, she
was a finalist in the 8th Concours
International de Danse de Paris and a
semi-finalist at the 16th IBC, Varna,
Bulgaria. Elizabeth earned a Gold
Medal from the Youth America Grand
Prix in New York in 2001 and was the
Jeannot B. Cerrone Award recipient at the
Harid Conservatory. Joining Ballet West
in 2001, she was promoted to demi-soloist in 2006, soloist in 2010 and 1st
soloist in 2012. Among her most memorable principal roles are: Odette/Odile
in Swan Lake; Kitri in Don Quixote; Svetlana in Ben Stevenson’s Dracula;
Sugar Plum Fairy in Willam Christensen’s The Nutcracker; Lilac Fairy in
The Sleeping Beauty; Hippolyta in Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s
Dream and Peasant Pas De Deux in Giselle plus lead roles in: Antony Tudor’s
Echoing of Trumpets and The Leaves are Fading; and Balanchine’s Who
Cares?, Serenade, Concerto Barocco, Theme and Variations; Jiri Kylian’s
Sinfonietta and Petite Mort and Nicolo Fonte’s Bolero. “Cory and I grew up
at Seiskaya but never performed together. This is long overdue!”
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A ballet prodigy who combines
artistry with athleticism, principal
dancer Anna Craddock has
established an exceptional record
of accomplishments. The awards
include: grand Prize at the 2009
International Hellas Competition
in Greece; scholarship to Vienna
State Opera Ballet; 1 st Place at Long Island
Ballet Competition; 1st Place at Metro Talent
Competition; 1 st Place in BESFI Challenge;
1 st Place in American Ballet Competition;
traineeships with Atlanta Ballet Conservatory
and Orlando Ballet; and winner of a merit based
scholarship to Russia for the National Security
Language Initiative. Phillip Sciarillo notes of BESFI 2012, “Act II opened
with what can only be described as a sensational rendition of the White Swan
Pas de Deux with Anna Craddock as the White Swan opposite Boyko Dossev.
The pas was mesmerizing. Craddock executed each movement with grace and
control projecting the vulnerability and torment of Odette... At the conclusion
of the piece, the only response that was left to us all, was, WOW!” Another
review extolled, “Anna Craddock’s exceptional facilities, fluidity, and flawless
technique allow her to project an uncommon level of artistry. She possesses the
musicality, strength and speed necessary to move into a professional career. ”
Principal dancer Alexandra
Palma is a multi-talented
dancer who possesses both
technical prowess and great
musicality. She captures the
audience with her mesmerizing
stage presence thriving on the
challenges of difficult roles.
The Smithtown Messenger reviewer of BESFI
2012 exclaimed: “As the beautiful Gulnare
from Le Corsaire Pas d’ Esclave, Palma seemed
to be made for this pas; the variation was a
tour de force with high ballon in leaps and
multiple turn combinations. Palma finished the
coda with 32 fouettes sticking the landing as an exclamation point to a great
performance.” As Sugar Plum, in Seiskaya’s Nutcracker 2011, the reviewer
opined that, “Palma’s Sugar Plum variation was danced with maturity,
control and passion. She exuded self-confidence and executed the difficult
choreography flawlessly, seemingly effortlessly. She was a true pleasure to
behold.” A previous review had proclaimed, “Alexandra Palma thrilled the
audience with a powerful series of split leaps and second position turns as
Chocolate Soldier.” Alexandra continues to expand her repertoire every year
and has garnered acceptances to the Rock School, American Ballet Theatre
New York, BESFI and Walnut Hill, all on scholarships.
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Warren Camhi, Guest Artist
Role: Drosselmeyer
Seiskaya’s quintessential magic man returns for a 7th season
as the eccentric and redoubtable Herr Drosselmeyer. Lauded
for his previous performances, he holds a Masters in Fine Arts
from Penn State in theater work and technical direction and
has been a teacher at Western Suffolk Boces for thirty years.
Alexandra Berti, Featured Soloist
Roles: Doll, Chinese, Flower Soloist, Boy at the Party
One of Seiskaya Ballet’s most versatile dancers, Alexandra has performed as Snow Queen, Doll, Bo Peep, Chinese,
Flower soloist, Trepak, Spanish, Arabian and Mouse soloist.
Whether coquettishly charming as Spanish, regal as Snow
Queen or feisty as Fritz, she is always mesmerizing to watch.
Ashley Chenery, Featured Soloist
Roles: Arabian Soloist, Flower Soloist, Girl at the Party
Ashley epitomizes the archetypal pre-professional dancer.
She possesses ideal physical attributes, is extremely focused
and has a tenacity that belies her very pleasant demeanor.
Meeting every choreographic challenge head on, Ashley is
one of the busiest dancers this Nutcracker season.
Kristina Diaz, Featured Soloist
Roles: Dew Drop, Chocolate Soldier, Arabian Soloist
Meteoric is an understatement to describe Kristina’s elevation to
featured soloist. A facility for turns coupled with extraordinary poise has yielded a dancer with a level of consistency
and clarity of movement that is seldom rivaled. Her eclectic
repertoire also includes Clara and Girl at the Party.
Jade Donnelly, Featured Soloist
Roles: Bo Peep, Flower Soloist, Girl at the Party, Snow
Ebullient describes this outstanding dancer. High leg
extensions plus excellent large jumps and effortless turns
are her forte. A second year PREPRO, Jade has become a
mainstay of several ensembles including Snow, Flowers,
Party Scene and Arabian. Major roles beckon in 2013.
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Mac Gershfield, Featured Soloist
Roles: Nutcracker
Following two successful pas de deux at the 2012 BESFI
Benefit, Mac will be featured in the role of the Nutcracker.
Adding strong turns to his arsenal of excellent facilities,
balletic proportions and rapid beats, Mac’s strengths are
burgeoning. His technical prowess seems to expand daily.
Julia Kharzeev, Featured Soloist
Roles: Snow Queen, Bo Peep, Arabian Soloist
Long flowing classical lines in addition to a statuesque figure
and outstanding facilities translate into a tailor-made Snow
Queen. Mixing playfulness with a shepherdess’s vigilance,
Bo Peep is a role for which she is also a natural. Julia will be
a featured soloist as one of the two centerpieces in Arabian.
Danielle Lovetro, Featured Soloist
Roles: Dew Drop, Clara, Chinese, Girl at the Party,
Last season, we pointed out that Danny’s pose in the P&S
Newspapers’ ad reminded us of Elizabeth McGrath. This
year they dance opposite each other when Elizabeth performs
Sugar Plum and Danielle, Dew Drop. Yogi Berra’s quip is
alive and well: “Dejà vu all over again.”
Alyse Melillo, Featured Soloist
Roles: Chocolate Soldier, Fritz, Snow, Flower
If one word could describe Alyse, it would be irrepressible.
A mature performer in several dance genres, she displays
athleticism, stamina and strength. It is her ability to attack
roles with verve and attitude that make her especially adept at
demanding roles such as Chocolate Soldier and Fritz.
Alyson Miller, Featured Soloist
Roles: Bo Peep, Girl at the Party, Snow, Flower
Nearly flawless classical technique and an exemplary work
ethic yields a dancer who is a paragon of consistency who
continues to grow and flourish as a dancer. Imbued with a
glowing smile, a demure charm and musicality, she lights up
the stage whether as Bo Peep or a Girl at the Party.
Marianna Spentzos, Featured Soloist
Roles: Clara, Girl at the Party, Snow, Flower
Tenacious, gifted and prodigious facilities are terms that
define Marianna. Capturing the role of Clara and reuniting
with Mac Gershfield (Nutcracker) in the Clara Pas should be
exciting based upon the couple’s success in the Satanilla Pas
de Deux at the BESFI Spring Benefit 2012.
Alexandra Tsivitis, Featured Soloist
Roles: Snow Queen, Doll, Chinese, Flower Soloist
Few dancers have the vivaciousness or capabilities possessed
by Alexandra. An inexhaustible and strong-minded dancer,
she excelled in the roles of Snow Queen and Doll last season
showing off her strong jumps, high leg extensions and secure
turns. Indications are that 2012 will be even more impressive.
Natalie Butkevich, Soloist
Roles: Fritz, Boy at the Party, Snow, Flower
In ballet it is about the “feet.” This is one dancer with beautifully arched “killer feet” which she uses to good advantage
whether on pointe or on flat. As Fritz, her disarmingly cherubic smile gives way to sibling jousting with Clara and fits of
naughtiness that result in several scoldings.
Girie Carrero-Sagona, Soloist
Roles: Friend of Clara and Fritz, Snow, Flower
A newcomer to Seiskaya this season, Girie has settled in quite
nicely learning a host of roles that were utterly new to her. A
Friend of Clara and Fritz is a substantial dance segment that
essentially spans the Party Scene. Replete with synchronized
sequences for quartet, it is challenging to say the least.
Sydney Essex, Soloist
Roles: Arabian and Flower Soloist, Girl at the Party
Sydney is another of the group of talented and versatile dancers
that are garnering additional attention this season. A quick
study, she is able to assimilate choreography quickly making
her a delight to work with. Her solid work ethic, professional
deportment and strong technique auger well for the future.
Lauren Kerr, Soloist
Roles: Chinese, Arabian Soloist, Flower Soloist, Snow
Another rising star in the Seiskaya constellation, Lauren has
what critics would call the “wow factor.” An impish smile
belies strong jumps, high leg extensions and a facility for
turns that have become her stock-in-trade. She is one of the
youngest dancers to ever earn this many solo assignments.
Emma Mannino, Soloist
Roles: Fritz, Boy at the Party, Trepak, Snow, Flower
Ascending steadily over the past several seasons, Emma was
recently elevated to PREPRO. Hard working and exuberant,
she made substantial progress this season in adding strong
turns to her repertoire of accomplishments. Her jaunty nature
is quite apparent in her portrayal of the exasperating Fritz.
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Nutcracker 2012
Premiere December 15, 1995
Composer
Choreographer
Set & Scenery Designer
Costume Mistress
Lighting Designer
Stage Manager
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Valia Seiskaya
Margaret Piotrowska
Sue DiFiore
Elizabeth Silver
Ted Kastrinos
Guest Artist
Cory Stearns
Elizabeth McGrath
Anna Craddock
Principals
Alexandra Palma
In order of appearance:
Herr Drosselmeyer: W. Camhi
Drosselmeyer’s Assistant: M. Pumilia
Clara: A. Craddock, D. Lovetro, M. Spentzos
Fritz: N. Butkevich, E. Mannino, A. Melillo
Herr and Frau Stahlbaum: P. and K. Kwiecinski
K. Borch
Li. Kerr
D. Atoian
J. Bergold
C. Borch
I. Carman
K. Donetski
M. Jaramillo
K. Lascarides
S. Mannino
M. Mursch
Guests at Party
S. Butkevich
D. Essex
M. Mannino
D. Pyrros
J. Hsu
D. Volpicella
Children at Party
A. Aubé
D. Baranowski
A. Berlingieri
E. Bishop
M. Butkevich
A. Caraiani
Gr. Carrero
S. Cassara
M. Essex
Z. Gonzalez
J. Jarrah
B. Jimenez
J. Lee
A. Liu
S. Maslov R. Moore
M. Pennello
E. Pyrros
S. Benz
B. Borch
L. Caraiani
S. Creedon
J. Jaramillo
C. Languilli
S. Maag
S. Moshe
B. Volpicella
Wishing Everyone Peace and Joy
This Christmas Season
The Tsivitis Family
S. Adamo
Gi. Carrero J. Donnelly
D. Lovetro
A. Tsivitis
Friends of Clara and Fritz
J. Bergold
A. Berti
A. Chenery H. Crews
S. Essex
L. Kerr
E. Mannino A. Miller
Maid: K. Amella, Sa. Mannino
Doll: A. Berti, A. Palma, A. Tsivitis
Chocolate Soldier: K. Diaz, A. Melillo, A. Palma
Nutcracker: M. Gershfield
Mouse King: J. Levy
Mice (*Soloists)
R. Abanov*
M. Abrams*
S. Adamo
A. Berlingieri* E. Bishop*
H. Crews*
A. Donnelly* M. Fitzgerald
J. Jarrah
N. Butkevich
K. Diaz
J. Kharzeev
M. Spentzos
J. Bergold
N. Difiore
J. Lee
Soldiers
D. Atoian
A. Aubé
S. Benz
M. Butkevich
A. Caraiani
L. Caraiani I. Carman
Gr. Carrero
S. Cipriano
K. Donetski
M. Essex
J. Jaramillo
M. Jaramillo
B. Jimenez C. Languilli A. Liu
S. Maag
S. Mannino R. Moore
S. Moshe
M. Mursch
E. Pyrros
B. Volpicella
Cavalry: S. Abanov, R. Crews, J. Hsu, M. Martin, P. Tsui
Snow Queen: J. Kharzeev, A. Palma, A. Tsivitis
A. Berlingieri
A. Chenery
L. Kerr
A. Melillo
A. Tsivitis
E. McGrath
Snowflakes
A. Berti
N. Butkevich
K. Diaz
J. Donnelly
J. Kharzeev
D. Lovetro
A. Miller
A. Palma
Gi. Carrero
S. Essex
E. Mannino
M. Spentzos
Intermission
Sugar Plum
A. Craddock
A. Palma
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R. Moore
Angels
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L. Caraiani
S. Cipriano
S. Creedon
J. Jaramillo
A. Liu
S. Moshe
B. Volpicella
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S. Mannino
Spanish Dancers: S. Bedell, J. Hsu
M. Abrams
J. Donnelly
A. Miller
Arabian Dancers (*Soloists)
J. Bergold*
A. Chenery*
S. Essex
L. Kerr*
M. Spentzos
K. Diaz*
J. Kharzeev*
Chinese: A. Berti, L. Kerr, D. Lovetro, A. Palma, A. Tsivitis
Trepak: R. Abanov, S. Adamo, E. Bishop, H. Crews, E. Mannino
Cossack: S. Adamo, E. Bishop
Bo Peep: J. Donnelly, J. Kharzeev, A. Miller
Sheep: D. Atoian, A. Aubé, A. Caraiani, Gr. Carrero
B. Jimenez, M. Mursch, E. Pyrros
Lamb Chop: B. Borch, Z. Gonzalez, M. Pennello
Mother Ginger: L. Lamendola
Polichinelles
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A. Aubé
S. Benz
L. Caraiani
A. Donnelly
M. Fitzgerald
C. Languilli
J. Lee
A. Liu
R. Moore
M. Mursch
E. Pyrros
Clowns: S. Benz, S. DiRosa, A. O’Connor, T. Westbrook
Dew Drop: A. Craddock, K. Diaz, D. Lovetro
Flowers (*Soloists)
J. Bergold
A. Berlingieri
A. Berti*
Gi. Carrero
A. Chenery*
K. Diaz
S. Essex*
L. Kerr
J. Kharzeev
E. Mannino
A. Melillo
A. Miller
M. Spentzos
A. Tsivitis*
Cavalier: Cory Stearns
A. Caraiani
J. Jarrah
S. Maag
N. Butkevich
J. Donnelly
D. Lovetro*
A. Palma*
Congratulations to Seiskaya Ballet
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Rehearsal Assistants Karin Engel
Anna Craddock, Nicole DiFiore,
Emma Mannino, Alyse Melillo,
Alexandra Palma, Alexandra Tsivitis
Lillian Melillo
Assistant Costume Mistress
Costume Design & Execution
Kathy Baker, Birgitta Bergeman,
Ronni Camhi, Sue DiFiore,
Karen Kralik, Kathi Kwiecinski,
Vaso Mavrianos, Laura Schifano,
Caroline Wilks
Costume Detailing
Carol Adamo, Hayley Carrero-Sagona,
Patricia Cawley, Michelle Craddock,
Nicole DiFiore, Lisa Kerr, Alyse Melillo
Audio Recording Engineer
Andrew Nittoli
Sculptures/Art Work
Matt Targon/Bill Meehan
Props Mike Kaminski, Joe Markowski,
Al Morel, Ed Rogienski, Paul Weiner
Props Manager
Mike Mannino
Assistant Props Manager
Philip Sagona
Stage Crew
Pat Adamo, Arthur Carman,
David Essex, Mike Mannino,
Philip Sagona
Green Room Supervisors
Patty Miller, Irina Kharzeev
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Scenery Design Assistant
Anita Wasilewska
Choreography, Spanish Dance
Loretta Celitan
Administrative Services
Karin Engel,
Pam Donnelly, Irina Kharzeev
Program and Graphics Consultant
Regina Marsh
Program Proof Reading
Lori Aubé, Kate Crews,
Lisa Lee, Irina, Kharzeev
Photography
Sergey Butkevich, Patty Miller
Electronic Imaging
Pat Adamo
We would like to acknowledge all those not listed here without whose
contribution these performances would not have been possible.
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VALIA SEISKAYA
as a professional.
Russian-born Valia Seiskaya took her first ballet
lessons in Greece at the age of six. Her teacher was
Adam Morianoff, also a Russian émigré. (Valia
was experiencing difficulty learning Greek; thus,
it was natural for her mother to seek out a fellow
countryman.) At nine she became a scholarship
student, showing prodigious technique—for example, entrechat huit, eight beats, in centre—by
age ten. Pointe work also started at ten, character
ballet at twelve. Thereafter, Mme. Seiskaya rapidly
developed the combination of strong technique and
high elevation which would become her hallmark
At fifteen Valia continued her training under Sonia Morianova, the niece of
Adam Morianoff, who had recently retired from the National Opera of Greece.
She became a member of the National Opera at seventeen, soon attaining the
rank of featured soloist, and touring Europe and Russia with the company. At
the National Theater her preparation continued under resident ballet masters
and choreographers, including the Bolshoi’s Asaf Messerer, Boris Kniazev,
Nina Kyrsanova and Olympia Yelodari (former judge at the International
Ballet Competitions held in Varna, Bulgaria and Moscow).
In Greece, as in most European countries, ballet students wishing to become
professionals must pass comprehensive national level examinations and obtain a license. Mme. Seiskaya has fulfilled all her requirements and has been
granted both a diploma and a license.
The Seiskaya Ballet School was founded in 1974, one year after Mme. Seiskaya retired from the National Opera of Greece. At that time she taught all
fifteen class sections. In 1976 Studio A was doubled in size to its present
2,500 square feet, and in 1981 Studio B was opened, adding another 1,500
square feet to the dance facility. That year also saw the establishment of the
Seiskaya Ballet Academy.
Seiskaya Ballet School continued to be one of the premier institutions of its
kind, offering classical and character ballet for the non-career-oriented dancer.
The School offered an open-class format, where students were encouraged
to explore fulfillment through dance. Expanded in September 2007, the
School was supplanted by OPEN which provides pre-Academy and adult
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classes utilizing the Academy staff and facilities.
The Seiskaya Ballet Academy is designed as a professional training program
for serious dancers who display the determination, physical attributes and
musicality of the career-oriented dancer. Admission to the Academy is by
audition only. Since the inception of the Seiskaya Ballet programs, over sixty
students have opted for professional careers.
All Seiskaya students are encouraged to participate in the guest teacher and
summer workshop programs offered by the Ballet Education and Scholarship Fund, Inc. (BESFI). As part of their professional preparation, Academy
students’ participation in auditions for company schools and major dance
companies is routinely encouraged.
Seiskaya students have compiled an outstanding record of achievement.
Through the years, full scholarships have been awarded by every major
institution for which they have auditioned, including schools affiliated with
American Ballet Theatre (ABT), New York City Ballet, and the San Francisco,
Houston, Joffrey, Pacific Northwest, Pittsburgh, Miami, and Boston Ballets.
Some of the numerous dance companies Seiskaya students have joined:
ABT (5), Atlanta Ballet (2), Fort Worth, Ballet West, Eliot Feld Ballet, Ballet Memphis, Ballet Austin, Boston (2), Milwaukee (3), New Jersey, Pacific
Northwest, Pittsburgh, Royal Swedish, State Ballet of Missouri, Tennessee,
Louisville and Tulsa Ballets.
In 1994 Seiskaya student Michael Cusumano captured a bronze medal and
Special Commendation at the International Ballet Competition (IBC) in
Varna, Bulgaria and a coveted Jury Award (a gold medal-level award) at the
Prix de Danse, Paris, France. Valia Seiskaya was nominated that year as the
Best Teacher and Coach at Varna, one of the few Americans ever to be so
honored.
In 1996 Kirov student Rasta Thomas, coached by Valia Seiskaya, reached the
pinnacle: a gold medal in the Men’s Junior Division at the 17th IBC, Varna,
Bulgaria. Incredibly, he was the first American male dancer ever to win a Junior
Division gold and the youngest male dancer ever to do so. In addition, his
triumph ended a sixteen-year stretch in which no gold medal was awarded in
the Junior Men’s Division.
In 1998 Seiskaya student Elizabeth McGrath established herself as one of
America’s potential stars. She represented the U.S. in the 18th IBC in Varna,
Bulgaria distinguishing herself by advancing to the semifinal round. In late
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‘98, she was a top finalist in the 8th Concours International de Danse de Paris,
France and won double gold at the inaugural YAGP. In 2009, Anna Craddock
captured the Grand Prize in the 9th Hellas International Dance Competition
and in 2011, garnered 1st place in the American Ballet Competition in Texas.
Additional exemplary efforts in the international arena include those by
Alexandra Kastrinos, Allison Wade, Eileen Houghton, Johanna Hsu, Sophie
Vanier, Amy Wilks, Karen Lynch, and Lesli Lyon. Seiskaya students have
captured more than twenty national and regional awards, including those from
the National Arts and Letters Competition; National Arts Recognition and Talent Competition (Presidential Scholar in the Arts); Saraband, Ltd; the Amilita
Hoffman Memorial Ballet Competition and American Ballet Competition.
During her 17 year professional career with the National Opera of Greece,
Mme. Seiskaya gained an affinity for the grand sweep of story-line ballets
and operas staged by the company. Her own choreographic works reflect that
interest such as: Street People, Las Damiselas, Forest, MASK, and the Nutcracker. Fresh interpretations of classical favorites La Boutique Fantasque,
Walpurgis Night and A Night on Bald Mountain complement her signature
ensemble works Grand Waltz, Seasons and Dance of the Hours.
Valia Seiskaya is listed in Who’s Who Among Outstanding Americans, was The
Village Times 1985 Woman of the Year in the Arts and in 2011, was elected to
the Long Island Volunteer’s Hall of Fame. She has received commendations
from President Reagan, Governor Pataki and Congressman Forbes.
Embarking on its 18th season, the Seiskaya Nutcracker has established itself
as the premiere event of its kind on Long Island. Total attendance eclipsed
80,000 last season.
Procedural Notes
LATECOMERS will be seated at ap- DOCTORS who expect to be called
propriate intervals in the program as
predetermined by Seiskaya Ballet and
the theater’s management. Viewing
monitors are available in the lobby for
those awaiting seating.
SOUND RECORDINGS, VIDEOTAPING AND/OR PHOTOGRAPHING of any performance without written permission of the management is
forbidden by law.
during a performance may give their
pager/seat number to an usher who will
notify the House Manager.
NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES are
permitted in the theater.
SMOKING is strictly prohibited.
NUTCRACKER MERCHANDISE may
be purchased in the lobby during
intermission and either before or after
the performances.
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Join Seiskaya Ballet again in 2013 on Friday, April 26 at 8PM and Saturday, April 27
at 2PM when the Ballet Education and Scholarship Fund, Inc. benefit performances
will be presented by the Seiskaya Ballet. Returning for BESFI’s 34th season at the
Staller Center, the program will feature a one-act ballet, vibrant character dances
plus an exciting series of pas de deux. To join our mailing list call 631-584-0192,
email us at [email protected] or write: Seiskaya Ballet; 7 Flowerfield Suite
16; St. James, New York 11780. Auditions for the Seiskaya Ballet Academy
are available throughout the year by making an audition reservation at the above
phone number. Applicants must be properly attired, with females, if applicable,
requiring pointe shoes. A nonrefundable audition charge of $25.00 will be
collected at the time of the audition.
The 2013 BESFI Intensive Summer Workshop will be held from July 15th
through August 23rd. The program will continue the three division format in 2013
which allows students more flexibility in scheduling and is an alternative to sleepaway-camps. As always, an outstanding teaching staff will be featured. In its 30+
years, the workshop has attracted such noted instructors as Andre Kramarevsky,
Jurgen Schneider, Luis Fuente, Marianna Tcherkassky, Eleanor D’Antuono, Lupe
Serrano, Marjorie Tallchief and Cynthia Harvey. When available, students may
opt for an abbreviated schedule or simply pay by the class. Class placement
priority is given to students attending the entire program. Scholarships are
available through an open competition which is tentaviely scheduled for June
2, 2013. Details will be available on request by writing BESFI, P.O. Box 2146,
St. James, New York 11780 or by visiting www.besfi.com.
BESFI 2013
LI’S MASTER SUMMER WORKSHOP
July 15 to August 23
Classical Ballet Technique
Variations, Repertoire, Pas de Deux,
Pointe, Turns, Beats & Port de Bras
Faculty (subject to change)
 MARY CARPENTER  ELEANOR D’ANTUONO
 RHODIE JORGENSON  EILEEN HOUGHTON
 VASO KIKNA  TBA
Scholarship Competition June 2, 2013
Information: (631) 584-0192 or www.besfi.com
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