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The Nutcracker

December 28, 29, 30 • 7:30pm, 2006
December 29, 30 , 31 • 1:30pm Matinee Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Choreography Mikko Nissenen
Music
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Live Music with The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

“The Nutcracker is a seasonal and nostalgic ballet that brings family and friends together to enjoy the magic and merriment, the fun and fantasy of a most beloved holiday treasure.” John Alleyne
Production Sponsor:
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Join Ballet British Columbia and Alberta Ballet for the joyful return of this spectacular holiday classic. It’s Christmas Eve and the annual Christmas party is about to begin. Who could guess that an evening of holiday festivities could turn into a night of mystery, magic and enchantment? A wooden nutcracker comes to life in the form of a handsome Prince, the toy soldiers battle the evil Mouse King, and little Clara is taken on an exhilarating journey to the Land of Sweets! The Nutcracker is a breathtaking masterpiece of exquisite dancing and delightful characters – a spectacular holiday treat! A Christmas tradition!

Reid Bartelme & Leigh Allardyce in Alberta Ballet's The Nutcracker.
Photo: Tim Matheson

 

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