This ballet in two acts and three scenes of Russian composer Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) is based on the adaptation that Alexander Dumas (the father) did the story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King , Ernest Hoffmann. The scenery is the work of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov.
The Season III Ballet Teatre Principal de Palma presents this production directed by Laura Macias and Gavin de Paor, with the participation of soloists dancers prestigious ballet companies in Europe.
This version for the family audience is down length while retaining the essence and magic of the ballet world. Recommended for ages 4 and over.