A holiday tradition for generations, The Nutcracker follows young Clara on a magical Christmas Eve journey. After receiving a nutcracker doll from her mysterious godfather, Drosselmeyer, Clara is swept into an enchanted world where toy soldiers battle the wicked Mouse King and her Nutcracker transforms into a gallant Prince.
Together they travel through the sparkling Land of Snow and into the dazzling Kingdom of Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy and dancers from around the world welcome them with festive celebration. Tchaikovsky’s beloved score and this timeless story continue to capture the wonder of the season for audiences of all ages.
Cast
Principal & Featured Leads
Clara: Maeve Healey; Nutcracker: Sara Richter; Herr Drosselmeier: Tim Early; Mother: Katie Linker; Father: Jim Segrave-Daly; Mouse King: Katie Linker; Snow Queen: Lila Spoelker; Sugar Plum Fairy: Alana Levy; Dew Drop Fairy: Maya Brooks; Mother Ginger: Gabriella Bressi
Specialty Dances
Kissing Doll: Eliza Kaplan; Soldier Doll: Tessa Early; Chocolate Lead: Rebecca Memmel; Coffee Dance: Tessa Early; Tea Dance Lead: Sophie Krivitzky; Candy Cane Lead: Sara Richter; Marzipan Lead: Ellie Nagle
Credits
Director: Kristina Early
Choreography & Restaging: Tim Early, Felicia Cruz-Sharpe, Halle Marquette, Gabriella Bressi, Grace Kimble, Christina Swieson, Linda Radomile
Costume Designer: Renee Dennis
Prop & Costume Design Assistants: Halle Marquette, Gabriella Bressi
Costume Rentals: Oxford Dance Center & Philadelphia Studio Ballet
Stage Manager: Kristina Early / Halle Marquette
Backstage Assistants: Daniella Ehritz, Maria Quercetti, Anna Lazano, Parent Volunteers
Logo Design: Sofia & Amy Siano, 4:3 Design