The Rockettes are a precision dance troupe that performs at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. It was founded in 1925 and is characterized by its hypnotizing choreographies and a peculiar kick at eye level to the beat that they include at the end of each presentation.
Its creator, choreographer Russell Market, was inspired by an English dance company renowned for the timing and precision of its dancers. This implies that all Rockettes must meet height requirements for there to be uniformity on stage. Thus, to be part of the cast it is necessary to measure between 1.67 m and 1.77 m, in addition to having studied several disciplines (jazz, ballet and modern dance among others).
One of its most applauded performances is the one carried out seven days a week during Christmas for almost a century, the Christmas Spectacular. It is one of the most viewed representations of the United States. They also perform annually at the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.
His Christmas show is usually staged from mid-November until the beginning of the following year. The Christmas Spectacular is a musical show that has become a Christmas tradition, being represented since 1933. Another group of Rockettes goes on a Christmas tour taking the show to various theaters across the country.
Radio City Music Hall is also a spectacle in itself. Located in Rockefeller Center, it is considered the most important theater in the entire country. Hence, it is also known as "Showplace of the Nation".
Opened in 1932, it reflects all the splendor of the art deco era. In its history, more than 700 films have been released in it, such as the mythical King Kong of 1933. At its inauguration it was the largest movie theater in the world, with around 6,000 seats.
The main stage has a curtain of 2 tons and 34 meters wide. These dimensions make it impossible to wash, so it is replaced from time to time. The last change was made in 1999 and fiber-optic embroidered fabric was used to perform visual effects during the shows.
Currently, Radio City Music Hall is mainly used for large live shows, such as concerts or musicals. It also hosts events of the magnitude of the Grammy Awards or the MTV Music Awards.
There are few traditions that are as deeply rooted in New York Christmas as this Rockettes show.
A trip to New York at Christmas time is going to be sensational. Add to that the fact that you go to Radio City Music Hall to see Christmas Spectacular, it becomes fantastic and unforgettable.
Tickets to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular range from $46 to $629. The price depends on the day, time and seat we choose.
This activity is optional on our trips. You can also get the tickets on your own from this Civitatis link: tickets to the Rockettes' Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.
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