The Nutcracker

Various cast members of The Nutcracker at Ballet Theatre of Scranton pose and smile against a white background. They gaze at one another, wearing costumes from the show: tutus, a giant mouse costume, men in leggings and boots. The women wear diamond crowns and curls in their buns, and everyone looks delighted to be with one another.
Photo: Ballet Theatre of Scranton
  • Interviews

A Tale of Two Cities: “The Nutcracker” in Pennsylvania

Megan Mizanty

A behind-the-scenes look at a beloved annual performance.

Yuki Ishiguro holds two glowing sticks in either hand. Wearing a loose-flowing silk top, he stands in power, pointing one stick to the ground, the other held above his head.
Photo: Yuma Hayashi
  • Reviews

Different Speeds of (Moon)Light

Megan Mizanty

Bucks County’s dance scene glows.

Archival Nutcracker Image Courtesy of Ballet West (1950's)
  • Reviews

Belonging in Ballet: Towards a More Inclusive Future

Kristi Yeung

Phil Chan’s book equips readers to speak out about ethnic stereotypes in ballet.

Photo: Alexander Iziliaev
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“No Shush Zone”: An Inclusive, Sensory-friendly Nutcracker

Christina Catanese

A relaxed, adaptive performance atmosphere for the holiday classic raises important questions about arts accessibility.

Photo: Stephanie Berger
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Mark Morris’ Life in Dance Lived “Out Loud”

Christina Catanese

"Because I'm me…": Morris is very much himself in his new wide-ranging memoir.

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An Annual Nut to Crack

Lynn Matluck Brooks

When my son was seven or eight years old, he sweetly invited me on a “date.” His invitation was for the Nutcracker.