Kirkland Art Center announces the Annual Christmas Production of The Nutcracker, a classical ballet in two acts, based on a story by E.T.A. Hoffman.
Performance will take place on Friday, December 2, at 6:30 p.m. at the lovely Clinton Performing Arts Complex, and not only offers the community a window into the world of classical dance, but features the work of local artists such as Cathy Marsh’s magnificent paintings, reaching 50′ X 25′ on a fully dressed stage, the work of local choreographers and re-staging of the classic Pas de Deux in the Act II.
From the youngest members making their performing debut to the distinguished technique and artistry of the guest artist, it is the performance sure to inspire.
The version of Hoffman’s Nutcracker follows the journey of young Maria who receives a nutcracker as a gift at a Christmas Eve party. She encounters the frightful Mouse King before embarking on a wondrous journey with her handsome prince through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets.
Dancing the feature roles are Fiona Vogel of Clinton as Maria; Philip Fiacco of Poland as Fritz; Alexander Alexandrov of Sofia, Bulgaria as the Nutcracker Prince; Laura Stile of Eaton as the Sugar Plum Fairy; Charlotte Jones of Clinton as the Snow Fairy; and Laiken Hall of Clinton as Dew Drop; Nicole Wollin of the Clinton School District as Mdm. Mouserinks.In addition, special appearances will be made by Elementary Principal Ellen Leuthauser and her husband, Scott. Former school principal Steve Marcus and his wife Rosie will reappear as well.
The KAC has worked collaboratively on the Nutcracker since 2008, first with the Dance Academy from New Hartford for a couple of years, the Borgardus Performing Art Center from Oneida for a couple of years, and then up to the present with the Center Stage Dance Studio from Marcy. This collaboration also features more than one hundred dancers and volunteers from both art centers and the local community.
Pre-sale tickets for the performance are $12 general admission and $8 for children 12 and under.For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Kirkland Art Center at 315-853-8871 or call Center Stage Dance Studio at (315) 768-1020. Tickets will also be available the evening of the performance at the Clinton Performing Arts Complex Box Office, 75 Chenango Avenue, Clinton, NY, 13323 at the door, $15 general admission and $10 for children 12 and under.