The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker
Colorado Ballet
Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Denver, CO
November 25 - December 24, 2017

The Nutcracker is a must see for many people this time of year. In its advertising, the Colorado Ballet promoted they produced the “most loved” Nutcracker in the nation. After many viewings it is easy to see why.

This year’s performances had all the classic elements the audiences expect. The sets were spectacular from the growing Christmas tree to the lovely land of sweets. The costumes may change slightly year to year, but they always have the same beauty as the previous productions.

As always, a few slight changes made their way in. Mother Ginger and the Rat King seem to be funnier and more over the top than the season before.

The Russian dancers stole the show with their energetic leaps. The Sugar Plum Fairy and her consort amazed the audience with their dizzying spins across the stage. The Dance of the Snowflakes creates the most beautiful blizzard anyone has ever seen.

Overall, the show hasn’t changed much, but it doesn’t need to. Patrons return year after year to relive the magical beauty of this classic ballet.