Torrington’s Nutmeg Ballet presents final performances of “The Nutcracker” this weekend
December 12, 2013
TORRINGTON >> There was a flurry of activity this past weekend as the trainees of The Nutmeg Ballet took to the stage at Hartford’s Belding Theater. The level of artistry demonstrated by these young dancers was nothing short of spellbinding, but what makes the Nutcracker performances even more magical than the beautiful dancers, dazzling costumes, and stunning choreography isn’t actually visible from a comfortable seat in the theater.
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Behind the scenes the parent volunteers were busy doing hair and makeup, the Costume Shop made sure that every dancer was laced up and ready to go, backstage and sound crews assured that every cue was followed, and there was a sort of controlled chaos that creates the type of excitement that the only best memories are made of. And what beautiful shows they were, each and every one!
IN THE MEDIA
In the days leading up to opening night of The Nutcracker, the music of Tchaikovsky flows out of the third-floor studio at the Nutmeg Ballet Conservancy in Torrington during dress rehearsals. It’s time to make costume adjustments, finesse dancer movements, and remind performers to smile at appropriate times. Read the full article https://litchfieldmagazine.com/onourradar/behind-the-scenes-at-nutmeg-ballets-the-nutcracker
