Moscow Ballet – The Great Russian Nutcracker

G et ready to be “wowed” when the Moscow Ballet swirls onto the stage at TCU Place with the celebrated Great Russian Nutcracker.

The Nutcracker boasts 40 star-studded dancers performing Olympic-worthy leaps in the 21st season of Moscow Ballet’s North American tour. “Knock-out” says the New York Times! This unforgettable holiday performance with magical toys, falling snow, growing Christmas trees, and astounding ballet moves is a favourite for families and has enjoyed much critical acclaim. The awardwinning Moscow Ballet dancers are world-class and a delight.

The story of peace features amazing solo dances by ambassadors from Hispanic, African, Russian, Asian, and European heritages. The 2013 production includes 200 all new, hand-embellished costumes designed by Shakespearean expert Arthur Oliver and created in St Petersburg’s oldest theatrical costume shop.

Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker is the unique telling of the classic story of Masha (Clara) and her Nutcracker Doll, told with true Russian flair. It is a two-act ballet with a musical score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The whimsical fantasy of the Nutcracker is legendary, with the piece firmly enshrined as a Christmas staple for audiences across Canada.

Celebrate the beauty of the holidays and the best of Russian ballet in one grand production of Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker! The show takes place Sunday, November 17th at TCU Place at 2:00 p.m. Tickets range from $45 - $87 (plus service charges) and are available at TCU Place Box Office, online at tcutickets.ca and tcuplace.com, or by calling 306.975.7799.