Igal Perry’s “The Nutcracker” returns to the Peridance stage this winter with vibrant characters, captivating dance, and family fun for all! A twist on this classic story, Peridance’s “The Nutcracker, “features the Peridance Contemporary Dance Company with Peridance’s Certificate Program and the School at Peridance’s Core Program. Experience this seasonal spectacular with your loved ones and join in on the Peridance cheer! Please RSVP to Jordan Ryder: media@peridance.com

ABOUT PERIDANCE Peridance Center offers adult dance classes in many styles, including ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, tap, body conditioning, house, salsa, and African-based, at all levels, from absolute beginner to advanced. Rooted in the Union Square area, in the heart of New York City, Peridance Center is housed in a beautiful landmark building on 126 East 13th Street, featuring spacious, sprung, and column-free studios and the KnJ Theater, available for rentals, showcases, and performances. The center’s robust amenities also include a coffee shop. The Center is home to the acclaimed Peridance Contemporary Dance Company and its affiliated Peridance Youth Ensemble. The School at Peridance offers children dance classes in a nurturing, professional environment. Peridance and its world-renowned faculty prepare dancers for the continually evolving dance arena through an International F-1 Student Visa Program and a 2-year Certificate Program. Learn more at www.peridance.com ABOUT PERIDANCE CONTEMPORARY DANCE COMPANY Peridance Contemporary Dance Company (PCDC) is a repertory company with unwavering commitment to creative collaboration and sustainable social engagement. PCDC works nationally and internationally to amplify both emerging and established artistic voices and create visionary performances based in care, vigor, and innovation. Guided by core values of Support for Artists, Access to Dance for All, and Community Engagement, PCDC is dedicated to expansive public programming, educational partnerships, and inclusive and equitable processes for all dancers, choreographers, composers, musicians, and designers.

Founded by Executive and Artistic Director Igal Perry, PCDC has been an influential dance institution since 1983. Created in tandem with its home base, Peridance Center, PCDC made its New York City debut in 1985. Over the past 40 years, he has performed at venues including the Joyce Theater, Lincoln Center, BAM, and the KnJ Theater. Increasing access to contemporary dance is a vital aspect of PCDC’s mission. With PCDC’s outreach program, Dance Break, Company dancers have taught modern technique, improvisation, and composition to over 2,000 NYC public school K–12 students in Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx since 2016. PCDC’s education and outreach also include residencies and masterclasses.

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