The Australian Ballet's The Nutcracker

Jan 9, 2015

1h 44m

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Overview

Sugar plums and snowflakes, dreams and spells –The Nutcracker is one of the world’s best-loved ballets, and this production by Peter Wright is one of the most enchanting stagings ever created. The Australian Ballet shines in this charming classic. Sumptuously staged and set to Tchaikovsky’s celebrated score, this ballet is a truly magical experience for the whole family.

Genres

Music

Production Companies

Australian National Ballet

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Cast

Sugar Plum Fairy

Madeleine Eastoe

The Prince

Kevin Jackson

Drosselmeyer

Andrew Killian

Clara

Benedicte Bemet

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The Australian Ballet's The Nutcracker

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