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The Nutcracker

Name: The Nutcracker
Start: 2023-12-16T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2023-12-17T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Wilson Center

December 16, 2023 - December 17, 2023

Saturday, December 16, 2023 7:00pm(Doors: 6:00pm)

Sunday, December 17, 2023 3:00pm(Doors: 2:00pm)Approx. concert length: 2hrs, including intermissionThe Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts and 501c-3 nonprofit, Wilmington Dance Theatre, both established in 2007 are proud to present the holiday classic, The Nutcracker. Based on E.T.A. Hoffman’s story this exciting original production premieres in Wilmington this Christmas season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s stunning score, the celebrated tale comes to life with intricate set designs, period costumes, and over 100 dancers including WCFA students, local professional dancers, and performing the lead will be professional guest artists from Chicago’s world-renowned Joffrey Ballet, Dara Holmes (Wilmington native and former student) and Derek Drilon.Join Clara and her Nutcracker prince as they embark on a thrilling adventure into a magical winter wonderland. Experience with them the grandeur of the Land of the Sweets as never before, and marvel at the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier as they dance the grand pas de deux. In celebration of our sixteenth season in the ILM area, Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts and Wilmington Dance Theatre are delighted to present this cherished tradition.

Guests can also add the VIP Nutcracker experience to their ticket. Those who purchase this VIP Experience will have access to the post show meet and greet with Dara Holmes, Company Artist with the Joffery Ballet of Chicago. As a youngster, Dara received her ballet training from Cory Smith, Founder and Director of the Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts, here in Wilmington, NC.

Guests with a VIP Experience Pass will be able to meet Dara Holmes, and have your playbill autographed by the stars of the nutcracker.*Please note:Meet & Greet ticket DOES NOT include a show ticket. Show ticket must also be purchased to enjoy this add-on experience.

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Details

Start:: December 16, 2023
End:: December 17, 2023
Event Categories:: Out-of-Studio, Parent & Student Reminders, Performance

Venue

: Wilson Center
: 703 N 3rd St.
Wilmington, NC 28401 United States + Google Map
Phone: 910-362-7999
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