San Diego native Tony Hawk, the world’s most famous skateboarder, has brought the sport to places its never been.
This weekend only, Hawk will be taking skating somewhere most people didn’t think was possible — ballet.
The skateboarding legend will make a guest appearance in the Golden State Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” during their show on Saturday at the San Diego Civic Theater in downtown.
The Golden State Ballet is in the midst of their annual holiday presentation of “The Nutcracker” from Dec. 12 through Dec. 21. He will only be in the production’s Saturday show at 7:30 p.m.
According to the ballet company, the collaboration came about through an unlikely connection: Golden State Ballet sent what they describe as a ‘somewhat zany’ invitation, and Hawk’s daughter — who is passionate about musical theater — encouraged him to say “yes.”
Golden State Ballet Artistic Director Raúl Salamanca said, “Tony’s participation celebrates what makes San Diego special – a community where a skateboarding legend and a ballet company can come together to create something memorable. We’re thrilled to welcome him to our stage!”
The ballet hopes Hawks one-night-only performance will help sell tickets, while also generating awareness and money for the region’s premiere ballet company.
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