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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
Conceived by John Mauceri, this new work is a re-imagination of Tchaikovsky’s holiday favorite, "The Nutcracker." Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s 1816 book, Alan Cumming recounts the origin story of how a prince got put into a nutcracker. Unlike the ballet, we also learn what happens when the young girl grows up, having saved the prince, and what they are doing today.
Episode Clips
Crossing the River of Rose Petals
Alan Cumming narrates the crossing of the river of rose petals toward the Capital City.
The Arrival at Candy Meadow
The arrival at Candy Meadow is accompanied by the "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy."
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