The Nutcracker
Sat, Dec 16
|Durham
Discover the magical origins of The Nutcracker, inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann's fantasy story "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King." Delve into the heartwarming tale of a girl's extraordinary Christmas Eve, where a nutcracker comes to life to battle the malevolent Mouse King
Time & Location
Dec 16, 2023, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Durham, 30 Academic Way, Durham, NH 03824, USA
About the event
The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic, captivates audiences worldwide with its enchanting storyline and mesmerizing ballet performances. The roots of this timeless tale can be traced back to E.T.A. Hoffmann's fantasy story, "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King." Embark on a journey to uncover the magical origins of The Nutcracker, where a young girl's extraordinary Christmas Eve leads to an unforgettable encounter with a living nutcracker, and together, they wage a brave battle against the evil Mouse King.
E.T.A. Hoffmann's Fantasy: The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
The origins of The Nutcracker can be attributed to E.T.A. Hoffmann's captivating fantasy story, "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King," first published in 1816. Hoffmann's tale weaves a magical narrative of a young girl named Clara who receives a nutcracker as a Christmas gift from her godfather, Drosselmeyer.
A Christmas Eve Like No Other
On Christmas Eve, as the clock strikes midnight, Clara…
Tickets
Adults
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Sale endedSeniors 60+
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Sale endedStudents and Children
$17.50
+$0.44 ticket service fee
Sale endedFamily 4 pack
2 Adults and 2 CHildren
$90.00
+$2.25 ticket service fee
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