Connecticut Ballet's annual production features celebrated guest artists in a rendition of the classic Nutcracker, choreographed by Artistic Director Brett Raphael. The performance will have a highlight of live music from the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Carolyn Kuan, and will showcase principal dancers from prestigious companies such as the New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. Audiences can enjoy four performances in Stamford and Hartford from December 13 to 21, including iconic roles like the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. Each show will conclude with a Meet and Greet in the lobby, allowing audiences to connect with the star performers.
Cast and Creative Team for The Nutcracker at Connecticut Ballet
Cast
Isabella Boylston
Sugar Plum Fairy
James Whiteside
Her Cavalier
Indiana Woodward
Sugar Plum Fairy
Jovani Furlan
Her Cavalier
Oksana Maslova
Sugar Plum Fairy
Jack Thomas
Her Cavalier
Emma Von Enck
Sugar Plum Fairy
Anthony Huxley
Her Cavalier
Creative Team
Jacques Lamarre
Chief Creative Officer
Hartford Symphony Orchestra
Orchestra
Brett Raphael
Artistic Director
Carolyn Kuan
Music Director
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