During the celebration Herr Drosselmeyer presents his goddaughter Clara with a Nutcracker doll. When the party ends, Clara falls asleep with her Nutcracker. She awakens as mice scurry into the room.

An annual tradition takes on a new look to transform how audiences see "The Nutcracker." Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown tells us how one ballet company is helping to make this long-awaited ...

Tammy Ljungblad [email protected] Gavin Abercrombie and Samantha Stortzum as Dr. Drosselmeier and Clara perform in the Battle Scene during the final dress rehearsal of “The Nutcracker.” ...

This rendition was a stunning production coupled with humor, a satisfying amount of human touch, and the usual technical ...

SALT LAKE CITY — Ballet West is celebrating the 80th anniversary of a community favorite, "The Nutcracker." The story centers around a girl whose dream comes true. And that is exactly what has ...

For many, “The Nutcracker” has become a cherished holiday tradition ... brought period-inspired detail to the stage with her ...

In the ballet "The Nutcracker" the lead, Clara is thrust in a magical far-off ... Elizaveta said she feels the show come to life during the first dress rehearsal with all the props and scenes ...