The Nutcracker
Synopsis
This version of "The Nutcracker" gives the classic ballet a tragic spin, with Masha (instead of Clara) now the unloved, unappreciated daughter of the Town Council President. At a Christmas party, Masha is given a seemingly alive Nutcracker by her Uncle Drosselmeyer, and Masha instantly is enchanted with it. The toys come to life at midnight, and after Masha helps the Nutcracker defeat attacking mice, he takes her to his kingdom, where he is later revealed to be a handsome Prince. The Prince and Masha fall deeply in love, but their "happy ending" has a morbid twist not found in any other "Nutcracker".
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Denis Caïozzi
- Original Title
- The Nutcracker
- Country of Origin
- Russia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Mariinsky Theatre
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Nutcracker
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What is The Nutcracker about?
This version of "The Nutcracker" gives the classic ballet a tragic spin, with Masha (instead of Clara) now the unloved, unappreciated daughter of the Town Council President. At a Christmas party, Masha is given a seemingly alive Nutcracker by her Uncle Drosselmeyer, and Masha instantly is enchanted with it. The toys come to life at midnight, and after Masha helps the Nutcracker defeat attacking mice, he takes her to his kingdom, where he is later revealed to be a handsome Prince. The Prince and Masha fall deeply in love, but their "happy ending" has a morbid twist not found in any other "Nutcracker".
Who directed The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker was directed by Denis Caïozzi.
Who stars in The Nutcracker?
The principal cast of The Nutcracker includes Irina Golub, Leonid Sarafonov, Vladimir Ponomarev, Elena Bashenova, Anton Lukovkin.
When was The Nutcracker released and how long is it?
The Nutcracker was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.