The Nutcracker

By Fernand Nault

December 12-30, 2013

Place des Arts / Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier

2 P.M. & 7:30 P.M.

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Montreal's own holiday tradition

The Nutcracker’s world

On Christmas Eve, the entire family gathers together to celebrate at the home of little Clara. Her godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer, gives her a beautiful wooden nutcracker, which her brother Fritz breaks in a fit of jealousy. Fortunately, her godfather, who ... Read more

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A production like no other

Created in 1964 for Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal, this adaptation of the Hoffmann tale by Quebec dancer choreographer Fernand Nault (1920-2006) ... Read more

Fernand Nault

In 2011, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Ministère de la Culture, des Communications et de la Condition féminine, the Médaille des Grands Artisans de la Révolution Tranquille was awarded to 50 artists and artisans who, among other things, took ... Read more

Mouse of the Day

One hour before each performance, actor Jacques Piperni will give a reading of Hoffmann’s tale to children, after which the Mouse of the Day will be randomly selected. The lucky winner will then dress up as a mouse and appear... Read more

ACTIVITIES

THE NUTCRACKER MARKET

THE NUTCRACKER FUND FOR CHILDREN

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