NJDTE Brings "The Nutcracker" to Montclair

Nancy Turano Returns to Montclair with Production at Memorial Auditorium at Montclair State University

“A mesmerizing production of ‘The Nutcracker’” – Union News Daily

New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble (NJDTE)’s full-length production of “The Nutcracker” has a new home in Montclair for its 46th anniversary season. Set to the classic music of Peter Tchaikovsky and choreographed by NJDTE Artistic Director Nancy Turano, the ballet features over 55 talented young dancers ages 7 through 18 from across New Jersey as well as professional guest artists.

Turano, a former resident of Montclair, said, “I am thrilled to bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to this thriving cultural community. While living in Montclair, I was inspired by the welcoming, positive energy of the town, and I am excited that the community has continued to flourish in recent years. As a hub for forward-thinking arts initiatives, Montclair is a perfect match for NJDTE and our mission of cultivating contemporary, progressive dance programming and training right here in New Jersey.”

Celebrated dancers Morgan McEwen, Scott Weber, Rosemary Sabovick-Bleich, Joseph Fritz, Bradley Shelver and Mario Espinoza, from prestigious companies such as Metropolitan Opera Ballet, Ballet Hispanico and New Jersey Ballet, among others, join the Ensemble for three performances at its new venue, the Memorial Auditorium at Montclair State University, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair, NJ on Saturday, December 12 at 1:00pm and 5:00pm, and Sunday, December 13 at 2:00pm.

Tickets: $30 Adult | $20 Student/Child/Senior. Visit www.njdte.org/tickets or call 908-273-5500.