SAB in the News: Praise for George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
The holiday season is always a bright spot for many students in our Children’s Division as they have the chance to perform alongside New York City Ballet in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Here’s a round up of some exciting features from a fantastic run!
CBS Saturday Morning: The young dancers bringing a holiday classic to life
CBS Saturday Morning’s Elaine Quijano highlights the two students who performed as Nutcracker Princes this year.
Playbill: Meet the Directors Who Prepare the Child Cast of The Nutcracker at New York City Ballet

Hear from Children’s Repertory Director Dena Abergel and Associate Children’s Repertory Director Arch Higgins about their vital roles in preparing students for the stage.
PIX11: Backstage at ‘The Nutcracker’
PIX11’s Hazel Sanchez goes backstage to the costume shop at the David H. Koch Theater to see how the magic is made on PIX11 Morning News.

Forward interviews Dena Abergel about her current role as Children’s Repertory Director preparing students for George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® and her longer journey in ballet as an observant Jew.
The New York Times: For These Two ‘Nutcracker’ Princes, It’s Showtime
In case you missed it – The New York Times featured two students performing as the Nutcracker Prince this year.