Neglia Ballet Artists

Formed in 1991, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) is the oldest full-time musician-governed and collaboratively-operated orchestra in the United States. After 17 seasons under the musical direction of Carlos Miguel Prieto, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Board of Trustees is introducing renowned conductor Matthew Kraemer as the new Music Director.

Neglia Ballet's The Nutcracker returns to Shea's Performing Arts Center Thanksgiving weekend for its 11th Annual presentation of the beloved production. Last year's performances SOLD OUT two weeks before the shows.

Neglia Ballet's The Nutcracker is still  going strong as the company gears up to perform its 10th Anniversary presentation of the holiday treat at Shea's Performing Art Center with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. The original 2009 premier of perhaps the largest locally-produced production in Western New York was met with rave reviews, including, "From the opening curtain's rise to the dancer's final bows, the much-talked-about production showcased a mix of tradition and wonder that few community productions of the ballet achieve." (The Buffalo News)