Dec 13 — Dec 15
The Nutcracker
The story of The Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve and wages a battle against the evil Mouse King. COCA’s Ballet Eclectica students perform an exciting adaptation of the beloved holiday classic choreographed by internationally recognized dancer and choreographer Tom Gold and set to the original score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. This thrilling new version follows the lead characters on an enchanting journey through historical landmarks, with characters inspired by famous staples of St. Louis!
Recommended for Ages 4+
Run Time: 2 hours
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Dec 13 — Dec 15
The Nutcracker
December 13 – December 15
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DanceAdd On: Allegro Caroling
THU, DEC 12 | 9:30–10:00AM
FRI, DEC 13 | 6:15–7:00PM
Join us for caroling with COCA’s Allegro Vocal Company. This is a free add-on experience. Tickets and reservations are not required.
Add On: Afternoon Nutcracker Tea
SAT, DEC 14 | 5:00PM, between 3:00PM & 7:00PM Performances
Join us for afternoon tea. Enjoy a variety of sweet & savory treats and come in your best dress! We will have a character parade from The Nutcracker company, pop-up shops, and more! More details coming soon. This is a ticketed event. Tickets are $25 per person.
Add On: Nutcracker Brunch
SUN, DEC 15 | 11:30AM, before 1:00PM Performance
Join us for brunch catered by Kay’s Kitchen! Come in your best Nutcracker inspired outfits and participate in our costume contest! There will be entertainment, character photo opportunities, mimosas, and more! More details coming soon. This is a ticketed event. Tickets are $45 per person.
About Tom Gold, Choreographer
Tom Gold was a member of the New York City Ballet for 21 years (1987–2008), rising to the rank of soloist. He has performed leading roles in works by George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, and others. Internationally in demand as a guest artist and choreographer, Gold has created original works for Tom Gold Dance and institutions like Vassar College and Oregon Ballet Theater. His choreography has been featured in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Bravo’s Odd Mom Out. Gold won the 2016 Overall Excellence Award at the NYC Fringe Festival for The Joey Variations: A Play With Dance. He has collaborated with composers like John Zorn and Pink Martini’s Thomas Lauderdale. Praised as “perhaps an even finer choreographer than he was a dancer” (Critical Dance), he innovates while staying true to classical technique.
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