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Ontario Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker has been recreated in the grand style of the original Kirov version. Professor Eugeni Yanovich Changa, former Artistic Director and choreographer of the Riga State Opera and Ballet Theatre has staged the production, bringing it alive with his knowledge, love and integrity.

This 90-minute masterpiece is ballet's most popular and enchanting classic. The plot satisfies one of our basic emotional needs: it appeals not only to children, but to the child-like belief we all share that good will triumph over evil and that things truly will turn out for the best.

Tchaikovsky's score is a marvel, a miracle of classical form, imagination, melody, and orchestral colour, with a deep spiritual undercurrent. With glorious costumes, three full-scene backdrops and a company of up to 24 professional dancers, Ontario Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker has already swept audiences off their feet all over Ontario.