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Spotlight: Snow Queen

Get a dancer’s perspective on The Nutcracker from the wings.

Spotlight: Snow Queen

Boston Ballet’s Principal Dancer Lia Cirio takes you behind-the-scenes for a dancer’s perspective on The Nutcracker from the wings.
Video by Ernesto Galan

BEHIND THE SCENES

Becoming The Nutcracker Bear

Go behind the scenes and get your paws on the secrets behind Boston’s most beloved Bear.

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Spotlight: Nutcracker Prince vs. Mouse King

Go behind the scenes as the Nutcracker Prince and Mouse King get ready for the season’s biggest showdown.

Spotlight: Nutcracker Prince vs. Mouse King

In a battle between the Nutcracker Prince and Mouse King, who will prevail? Watch their long-standing rivalry play out as they train for their epic face-off and the ultimate prize—possession of the Castle of the Snow King and Queen.

BEHIND THE SCENES

Spotlight: Ji Young Chae as Dew Drop

Get Principal Dancer Ji Young Chae’s perspective on performing the dazzling role of Dew Drop in The Nutcracker.

Spotlight: Ji Young Chae as Dew Drop

Principal Dancer Ji Young Chae shares her magical memories of performing the role of Dew Drop in The Nutcracker. Discover how she feels in the exhilarating moments before stepping on stage to lead the Waltz of the Flowers.

Video by Ernesto Galan

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