Missing ‘The Nutcracker’? Here’s how to enjoy your annual ballet tradition from home aleteia.org
All of the magic and wonder can be re-created at home this year.
It’s a bit curious that The Nutcracker ballet has become a Christmastime classic, given that the story has nothing to do with the birth of Christ. Thanks to its holiday setting, however, replete with glimmering gifts and that unforgettable growing Christmas tree, the ballet has become an annual tradition for many families. The child-centered plot no doubt helps (what child hasn’t dreamed of a Land of Sweets?), and makes the show a wonderfully accessible entry point for introducing little ones to the world of fine arts and theater…
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