ALTER-NUT
A historical and comparative look at three alternative Nutcrackers this season from choreographers Mark Morris, Donald Byrd, and Lily Verlaine.
Jasper McCann
Land of the Sweets: A Burlesque Tradition
Attention readers: To all those tired of the Nutcracker—whether that’s performing the Nutcracker, watching the Nutcracker, or feeling weary from the same yearly routine and… Read More »Land of the Sweets: A Burlesque Tradition
The Nutcracker: A History
The Nutcracker is the Shmoo of ballets. If you’re under 50, you’ll probably have to look up cartoonist Al Capp’s character from ‘Lil Abner. The… Read More »The Nutcracker: A History
DiVino: Burlesque Fit for the Gods
The inspired pair who masterminded burlesque versions of The Nutcracker and Alice in Wonderland, Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann, presented Burlesco DiVino: Wine in Rome,… Read More »DiVino: Burlesque Fit for the Gods
With Land of The Sweets, Nutcracker Grows Up
Like many dancers, I have performed in many (too many?) Nutcrackers. Intellectually, I can appreciate the ballet’s role as a family holiday tradition, the smiles… Read More »With Land of The Sweets, Nutcracker Grows Up
Burlesco Divino Delivers a Timeless Journey in the Eternal City
Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann, the Seattle-based burlesque artists, showcased dance.
Alice Gets Bawdy—and It’s Delightful
Written by Anna Waller Miss Indigo Blue as The Mad Hatter Photo by Scott Butner Although many people first encounter Alice in Wonderland in childhood,… Read More »Alice Gets Bawdy—and It’s Delightful