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The Nutcracker

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  1. A ballet by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, dramatizing a children's story of Christmas. The Nutcracker is frequently presented during the Christmas season.


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Her performance as the Rat Queen in "The Nutcracker" for almost a month drew praise for its sophistication.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

She is expected to compete for the individual title at the Russian Jump Championships, as well a duo competition alongside Mark Kondratiuk, her partner in "The Nutcracker".

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Jill Biden said the video offers “a bit of magic, wonder, and joy brought to you by the talented tappers of Dorrance Dance, performing their playful interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite.”

From Washington Times • Dec. 14, 2023

A spokesman in Helsinki highlighted various roles he performed during several ballet tours, including The Nutcracker and Moominland.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2023

I wanted to seem like someone destined to perform as the Peacock in The Nutcracker.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

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