An Introduction to the Nutcracker presented by The Nutmeg Ballet

LITCHFIELD, Conn. - Oct. 30, 2015 - PRLog -- Join The Nutmeg Ballet for a preview performance and demonstration that tells The Story of the Nutcracker, featuring Thomas Evertz as Dr. Drosselmeyer. This special event will include several dances by Nutmeg ballet dancers. Victoria Mazzarelli will explain the process and training for a young ballet dancer, and Thomas Evertz will read and discuss the story of The Nutcracker.

There is something for everyone in this charming interpretation of ETA Hoffman’s story as narrated by the mysterious and engaging, Dr. Drosselmeyer. The Nutmeg’s Nutcracker is a holiday tradition sure to enthrall the entire family! This special introduction will give you a glimpse of the magic that happens on the stage for a full performance.

Thomas Evertz was born and raised in Bocholt, Germany.  A recipient of the Kainz Medal, Evertz trained at the National Conservatory for Musik and Theater in Hannover. Evertz performed with the Zurich Ballet in A Midsummer Night’s Dream and in Romeo and Juliet.

Victoria Mazzarelli is Artistic Director of The Nutmeg Ballet Conservatory. Awarded the only gold medal at the 1984 New York International Ballet Competition, Mazzarelli joined the Basel Ballet in Switzerland when she was only 17 years old and was quickly promoted to principal dancer. She joined Frankfurt Ballet as a principal dancer until joining Zurich Ballet and later Basel Ballet.

The Nutmeg Ballet presents a full-length version of the timeless classic, The Nutcracker, at the Bushnell’s Belding Theater on December 12 & 13, and at the Warner Theatre on December 19 & 20. For more information, visit their website: www.nutmegconservatory.org.

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