Alta Picks
acific Northwest Ballet’s production of never loses sight of the transformative story at its heart. Not only does the spectacle carry a strong personal connection to the holiday standard—it’s also one of the more traditional versions of a much-altered and -adapted tale. PNB artistic director Peter Boal began dancing at age nine in the Balanchine-founded School of to work at McCaw Hall, the company’s home in Seattle, adding innovative set and costume designs and creative staging. The production also boasts a dazzling Winter Star by glass artist Dale Chihuly, but imagination and the dancers’ artistry are what shine brightest.
