Nutcracker Performances Announced At Fairfield University

From Connecticut Dance School: The annual Nutcracker tradition continues at Connecticut Dance School with two performances of the Nutcracker, featuring dancers from Fairfield and beyond. The performances will be held at the Quick Center for the Arts on Fairfield University campus Sunday, December 10th at 1 and 4 p.m. In keeping with a heart for outreach, there will also be a benefit concert for Bridgeport students on Friday, December 8th.

The Nutcracker story includes memorable characters for audiences of all ages. According to the School’s artistic director, Alan Woodard, the production of the Nutcracker is unique among Fairfield County productions. Woodward explains, “This is a performance opportunity for our students. The ballet’s original choreography, elegant costumes, classic sets and professional lighting and sound make it a thoroughly delightful experience.”

CDS students are cast in all roles except for the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Cavalier which will be danced by James Shee, former dancer with National Ballet of Canada and San Francisco Ballet. Woodward states, “There are
parents and children in the party scene, mice and soldiers in the battle scene, angels to introduce Act 2 and Chinese, Russian and Arabian dancers who entertain Clara and her prince in the Land of Sweets. It is a true
example of ballet as theater and is a perfect way for the entire family to enjoy a truly professional production of the Nutcracker right here in Fairfield County.”

Tickets: $40 adults, $25 child/student/senior Purchase through the Quick Center for the Arts Box Office at 203.254-4010 or here. For further information, call Connecticut Dance School at 203.384.2492 or e-mail ctdanceschool@aol.com.

Photo credit: David Emberling