Colorado Ballet principal stars in YBC’s Nutcracker
Colorado Ballet principal dancer, Domenico Lorenzio will perform the role of the Nutcracker Prince/Cavalier in Yellowstone Ballet Company’s 29th annual presentation of The Nutcracker. The performance is set for 4pm on Saturday, December 21st at Bozeman’s Willson Auditorium.
Mr. Luciano was born in Naples, Italy where he graduated from Royal Teatro di San Carlo Ballet School. That same year, he joined the Deutsche Opera am Rhein in Dusseldorf, Germany. After dancing with several companies in Europe including Europadance in France, Maggio Danza in Florence, Teatro Dell’Opera in Rome and Teatro di San Carlo in Naples, Mr. Lorenzio joined Tulsa Ballet in 2004 as a Demi-Soloist and was named “Best Dancer” by the Houston Press. He joined the Colorado Ballet in 2010 and quickly rose to the position of principal dancer. His repertoire includes many of the classical leading roles along with works by notable contemporary choreographers. His awards include the Best Male Dancer of the Year award in Positano, Italy in 2003 and the “Young Talent Award” in Florence, Italy at DANZAINFIERA in 2010.
Joining Mr. Lorenzio is Annie Valle, director of Martinsdale Ballet, as the Sugar Plum Fairy. Reese Daily of Bozeman Dance Academy performs the role of Clara, the girl who breaks the spell that encased the Prince in the form of a nutcracker. Other featured performers include Raison D’être Dance Project in the Waltz of the Flowers and Snow Scene, Yellowstone Ballet Company in the Party Scene and Divertissements, and Martinsdale Ballet in the Angels.
To encourage families to attend YBC’s The Nutcracker, every adult ticket purchase qualifies for a FREE child ticket. Children can also come dressed as the Snow Queen, the Nutcracker Prince, the Sugar Plum Fairy or any other Nutcracker character. During intermission there will be a costume contest. Prizes for best costume will be presented along with a free gift for every child in attendance.
YBC’s family friendly production of The Nutcracker has delighted thousands with seventy performances throughout Montana since 1991. All ages will enjoy the magical and colorful characters and enchanting story.
Reserved tickets for YBC’s The Nutcracker are available at www.yellowstoneballet.info. A service fee of $2 will be added to tickets sold at the door. •