Philadelphia Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Full of warmth and holiday cheer, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® returns in a whimsical production from Philadelphia Ballet (formerly Pennsylvania Ballet). Marvel at the magic of swirling snowflakes, dancing candy canes, and enchanted toys.
Each year, hundreds of children audition to be “supernumeraries” -- the soldiers, mice, party guests, and other characters in the beloved Nutcracker ballet. Journey with them from auditions through rehearsals to their performance on the grand Opera House stage.
Each year, hundreds of children audition to be “supernumeraries” -- the soldiers, mice, party guests, and other characters in the beloved Nutcracker ballet. Journey with them from auditions through rehearsals to their performance on the grand Opera House stage.
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