The Story
- Join Clara Silberhaus on a magical Christmas Eve as she visits the Kingdom of the Sweets. Along the way, experience the excitement of the dancing bear, the growing Christmas tree, the battle with the mice, and the nutcracker coming to life! The Nutcracker is based on the libretto by Alexandre Dumas père called The Tale of the Nutcracker, which is adapted from E. T. A. Hoffmann’s story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King.
The Dancing
- At Boston Ballet, The Nutcracker is more than just a holiday show. This incredible program features some of the most captivating and exhilarating choreography in classical ballet. From the grand pas de deux and the enchanting snow scene to the high-flying Russian Troika, every dancer on stage delivers stunning performances. It also includes exciting performances by 83 students from the Boston Ballet School.
The Music
- P.I. Tchaikovsky’s score for The Nutcracker is the heart of the ballet and one of the most beloved holiday soundtracks ever composed. This memorable, magical score is performed beautifully by the Boston Ballet Orchestra at every show, under the direction of Music Director Mischa Santora. Source: bostonballet.org
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