The Nutcracker
Sep 28, 1987 · 1h 27m
Director
Elena MacheretOverview
Live from the Bolshoi Theatre, this 1978 remake of the two-act classical Christmas ballet blends Tchaikovsky's beloved melodies with superb dancing. Famed Bolshoi duo Yekaterina Maximova and Vladimir Vasiliev star in this production of Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, The Nutcracker. Maximova dances the role of Maria, the young girl whose mysterious uncle Drosselmeyer gives her a wooden nutcracker (Vasiliev) for Christmas. When he comes to life, she rescues him from marauding mice and is taken to the Kingdom of Sweets.
Cast of The Nutcracker
Crew of The Nutcracker
About The Nutcracker
What is The Nutcracker about?
Live from the Bolshoi Theatre, this 1978 remake of the two-act classical Christmas ballet blends Tchaikovsky's beloved melodies with superb dancing. Famed Bolshoi duo Yekaterina Maximova and Vladimir Vasiliev star in this production of Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, The Nutcracker. Maximova dances the role of Maria, the young girl whose mysterious uncle Drosselmeyer gives her a wooden nutcracker…
When was The Nutcracker released?
The Nutcracker was released on September 28, 1987.
How long is The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
Who directed The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker was directed by Elena Macheret.
Who is in the cast of The Nutcracker?
The cast of The Nutcracker includes Ekaterina Maksimova (Maria), Vladimir Vasiliev (The Nutcracker Prince), Vladimir Levashyov (Drosselmayer) and Sergey Radchenko (The Mouse King).