Ballet Hawaii

The Nutcracker has been a successful annual production of Ballet Hawaii, and the culminating event for its students and guest performers. With the support of a grant from the Cooke Foundation, Ballet Hawaii was able to transform and update its costumes and set to reflect Hawaiian history, sites, and culture. Audiences in Hawaii feel connected to this classic holiday ballet with scenes that depict Washington Place and Mauna Kea, and costumes and props that represent local and familiar elements, such as the humu humu clown fish, Iiwi birds, nene goose, or beautiful orchids and ginger. By transforming the set and costumes of this ballet, Ballet Hawaii was able to increase attendance, and broaden and enhance the experience of its audience.

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