The story of The Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve and wages a battle against the evil Mouse King. COCA’s Ballet Eclectica students perform an exciting adaptation of the beloved holiday classic choreographed by internationally recognized dancer and choreographer Tom Gold and set to the original score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. This thrilling new version follows the lead characters on an enchanting journey through historical landmarks, with characters inspired by famous staples of St. Louis!
Featuring Guest Artists:
JiaLi Deck
Carly Greene
David Wright
Recommended for Ages 4+
Run Time: 2 hours
Tickets now on sale!
For the 7:00PM performance on Saturday, December 14, patrons are encouraged to arrive early to find parking due to multiple events at COCA and Washington University 560 building. Please plan accordingly.