Miami City Ballet Hosts Nutcracker Magic


The Nutcracker Magic Children’s Gala chaired by Tina Carlo and Ana-Marie Codina Barlick now in its fourth year, was an exceptional experience enjoyed by more than 230 attendees last Sunday. Inspired by all new sets and costumes designed by artistic power couple, Isabel and Ruben Toledo, the children’s gala was part of the debut performance weekend in Miami.
A spectacularly themed brunch held at The Adrienne Arsht Center sponsored by Heide & Jose Dans began at 10:30 AM in the Peacock Foundation Studio. Transformed into a magical winter wonderland, guests dined at tables dressed in rich winter fabrics with wrought iron sculptures inspired by the Toledo’s Nutcracker designs. Colorful theatrical lighting and draping provided the backdrop to dining and dancing. The kids had a blast twirling around the dance floor joined by Miami City Ballet dancers as the DJ Michael Sarysz put the room on its feet! Pictures were taken at the Nutcracker Magic Photo Booth to capture the festive holiday spirit and fun, which was sponsored by Publix Super Markets Charities. Every child received a Nutcracker soldier compliments of Stearns, Weaver, Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. The performance began at 1:00 PM and guests transitioned to the main hall for premiere gala seating. Additionally, backstage access was available to all VIP ticket holders who were among the first to see the new sets and costumes up close.
Adam, Alexa and Xanadu Wolman
Dancers in costume with guests
Danielle Gonzalez and family
Bronwyn Miller
Guests posing with Sugar Plum
Monica, Francesca and Logan Feldman with Enrique Lopez
Nutcrackers Gifts sponsored by Stearns Weaver Miller
Photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities
Wine sponsored by Chateau Gaby
Alec Voss Del Vechio
Asha and India Elias
Jennifer Hart
Mia D'Agostino, Frosene Studds, Patrizia Frusciante, Maria Carstensen
Tenelle McCormack, Eberlach McCormack, Angelica Pace, Scarlett Pace, Reagan Pace
Guests enjoying the photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities
Guests enjoying the photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities
Guests enjoying the photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities
Guests enjoying the photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities
Guests dancing and having fun
Guests dancing and having fun
Tables at the Nutcracker Children's Gala
Guests enjoying the photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities
Guests enjoying the photo booth sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities