Arts & Entertainment
'The Nutcracker Ballet' Returns to Stephens Auditorium in Ames
The ballet has been performed for more than 30 years at Stephens Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now for two shows on Dec. 10 and one on Dec. 11
Central Iowa ballerinas for three decades have vied for spots in "The Nutcracker Ballet," performed each December on stage at in Ames.
This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the in Ames; over 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities; and principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, according to the Iowa State Center website.
The Nutcracker Ballet tells the story of a young girl, a heroic prince, and the fantastic dream they share, all to the music of Tchaikovsky's famous score.
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Performances are set for 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10, and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 11.
Tickets are on sale now through www.ticketmaster.com.
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