Lynnfielders Cast In Northeast Youth Ballet's 'Nutcracker' Production

Two young Lynnfield residents, Charlotte DiPietro and Kailee Shieh, have been cast in the Northeast Youth Ballet's upcoming production of "The Nutcracker."

The production features the talents of over 100 dancers from throughout the Greater Boston area and will be staged at the newly-renovated Lynn Memorial Auditorium, which has hosted acts ranging from the Boston Pops to Julio Iglesias to Bill Cosby over the years.

The two Lynnfield dancers, Charlotte DiPietro and Kailee Shieh, will share the stage with professional guest artists from various nations, including China, Colombia and Canada, as well as artists from different parts of the United States.  

This is currently the 15th year of production for the show, which also boasts professionally-created sets, costumes and lighting. The show is choreographed by the ballet's artistic director, Denise Cecere.

The Nutrcracker runs Thursday, Dec. 8 through Sunday Dec. 11.  Tickets are $26 for adults and $23 for children and seniors (tickets include a $1.00 auditorium fee) and may be obtained through the theater Box Office at Lynn Memorial Auditorium.  Groups of 20 or more and students are eligible for discounted tickets at $22.00. 

For those who qualify, complimentary tickets are also available through NYB’s S.T.A.R.S. Program, a community outreach program created to encourage and educate children and individuals of all ages who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend the ballet.  This group includes students, senior citizens, special needs organizations, military families, and families from the inner city and surrounding communities.