Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet
“Specially created for this festive season”
Synopsis
English National Ballet has been performing a version of Nutcracker every year since 1950. In 2020, the tradition lives on. Join Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker on a hot air balloon ride to the Land of Snow, and enjoy iconic scenes featuring the Sugar Plum Fairy, Snowflakes, Flowers and more. As London moved into Tier 4 COVID-19 restrictions with the subsequent cancellation of all scheduled performances of Nutcracker Delights, the Company decided to film and share a recording of this specially-adapted production with its audience as a thank you at the close of its 70th Anniversary year. Nutcracker Delights was filmed on 18 and 19 December at the London Coliseum by Michael Nunn and William Trevitt.
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Nutcracker Delights: Snowflakes (extract) | English National Ballet
Type: Clip • Published 2021-01-18
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Simon Callow
Narrator
Natascha Mair
Clara
Erina Takahashi
The Sugar Plum Fairy
Joseph Caley
Prince
Aitor Arrieta
Nutcracker
James Streeter
Dr. Drosselmeyer
Daniel Kraus
Mouse King
Precious Adams
Lead Snowflake / Lead Flower
Alison McWhinney
Lead Snowflake / Lead Flower
Claire Barrett
Snowflake / Flower
Paige Bestington
Snowflake
Rebecca Blenkinsop
Snowflake / Flower
Georgia Bould
Snowflake
Ivana Bueno
Snowflake / Spanish Dance
Emilia Cadorin
Snowflake / Flower
Julia Conway
Snowflake / Flower
Breanna Foad
Snowflake / Russian Dance
Carolyne Galvao
Snowflake / Chinese Dance
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Nunn, William Trevitt
- Screenplay & Story
- Toer van Schayk, Wayne Eagling
- Original Score
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Original Title
- Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- English National Ballet
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Nunn, William Trevitt
Toer van Schayk, Wayne Eagling
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Jonathan Horne, Michael Nunn, William Trevitt
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Horne
Producer
Michael Nunn
Director
William Trevitt
Director
Michael Nunn
Producer
William Trevitt
Producer
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Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet about?
English National Ballet has been performing a version of Nutcracker every year since 1950. In 2020, the tradition lives on. Join Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker on a hot air balloon ride to the Land of Snow, and enjoy iconic scenes featuring the Sugar Plum Fairy, Snowflakes, Flowers and more. As London moved into Tier 4 COVID-19 restrictions with the subsequent cancellation of all scheduled performances of Nutcracker Delights, the Company decided to film and share a recording of this specially-adapted production with its audience as a thank you at the close of its 70th Anniversary year. Nutcracker Delights was filmed on 18 and 19 December at the London Coliseum by Michael Nunn and William Trevitt.
Who directed Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet?
Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet was directed by Michael Nunn, William Trevitt.
Who stars in Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet?
The principal cast of Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet includes Simon Callow, Natascha Mair, Erina Takahashi, Joseph Caley, Aitor Arrieta.
When was Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet released and how long is it?
Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.
Who composed the musical score for Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet was composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet?
Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).