The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker presented by The Conservatory returns to the Arend Arts Center stage December 1st and 2nd for the 11th annual production of the heartwarming classic set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score. Described as a “community treasure,” The Nutcracker is Northwest Arkansas’ most beloved holiday tradition. This year’s production features a community cast of 188 dance students and adult character artists in addition to five professional Guest Artists of NWA Ballet Theatre and four additional guest artists. 

 Join The Conservatory for an enchanted evening with Clara as she receives her most treasured Christmas gift, a Nutcracker doll. Follow along as the Nutcracker comes to life in a dream and saves Clara from the grip of the evil Rat Queen and her mice minions with the help of an infantry of toy soldiers. Continue with Clara and the Nutcracker prince as they journey through the wintry Snow Forest and into the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her magical Land of Sweets.

About The Northwest Arkansas Conservatory of Classical Ballet

The Northwest Arkansas Conservatory of Classical Ballet was established in 2012 out of the need for a classical training ground of high artistic standard in Northwest Arkansas.  The Conservatory provides the region with the highest quality classical dance training, education, and performance opportunities in a nurturing and wholesome environment.  As a registered school with London’s Royal Academy of Dance, their focus is on developing technical excellence and the preservation of the true art of ballet.

For more information visit: https://www.nwaballet.com/

About NWA Ballet Theatre: Northwest Arkansas’ Premier Professional Dance Company

Founded in 2011 by Margie Bordovsky, Mariah Bordovsky, and the late Peggie Wallis, NWA Ballet Theatre seeks to provide valuable artistic opportunities and experiences to enrich the creative vitality of the region. The mission of NWA Ballet Theatre is to inspire a lasting love and appreciation for the art of ballet by combining artistic excellence in dance with innovative choreography, which results in exhilarating performances that accent the dignity and grace of the dancers.

For more information visit: http://www.nwaballettheatre.org/