MC Kurtis Blow Hosts the “Hip Hop Nutcracker” January 2nd @ 4pm

When Broadways’ “Hamilton” hit the street, the effect was immediate. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking play would use Hip Hop seamlessly connecting story line, characters, drama and movement to set even higher standards of excellence for the Great White Way and the Hip Hop art form. 

Edison residents at  Edison Woods, Edison Woods Senior 55+, Edison Village, Blueberry Village, & Rivendell Heights take note that the nearby State Theater in New Brunswick is bringing “The Hip Hop Nutcracker” to life on it’s stage January 2 @4pm. 

Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, “The Hip Hop Nutcracker” is a contemporary dance spectacle set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music. It’s none other than one of Hip Hop’s original founding fathers, Kurtis Blow who’ll be your MC with a short opening set before featuring this updated classic ballet reset in contemporary New York City. Audiences will welcome this joyful energized production featuring high quality digitally enhanced graffiti and new-age graphics along with a DJ, violinists and a cast of 12 all-star dancers.  To purchase tickets, click here and you’ll be taken to the State Theater website directly. 

This show is recommended for ages 8+. Everyone, regardless of age, entering the theater must purchase a ticket.

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