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The Nutcracker by the Connecticut Concert Ballet

The non-profit Connecticut Concert Ballet continues a 36-year tradition with its announcement of performances of the full-length Nutcracker. Artistic Directors David Lawrence and Wendy Fish-Lawrence's family-friendly production will be performed one weekend each in Manchester and Windsor.

Three performances will be held at Windsor High School, 50 Sage Park Road, on December 11 (7:00pm) and December 12 (1:00pm and 6:00pm.) Three additional performances will be held the following weekend at Manchester High School, 134 Middle Turnpike East, on December 18 (2:00pm and 7:00pm) and December 19 (2:00pm.)

The production will highlight CCB's talented local students alongside professional dancers from the Island Moving Company, Newport RI's resident dance company, a collaborative relationship that goes back 9 years.

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As the most affordable Nutcracker in the area, CCB's show is known for elaborate staging, professional-quality costuming, intricate choreography and riveting dancing and has been a seasonal favorite for families and organizations such as scouting and arts groups. In 2009, 4,500 audience members attended the shows.

Tickets are available by phone at 860-418-7294, online at www.connecticutnutcracker.com, at Dance Village, 171 Spencer St, Manchester, Insparations, 1735 Ellington Rd in South Windsor and Hairdresser on Fire, 176 Broad St, Windsor.

Ticket Information: Preferred Front & Center Seats $28, General Admission $22, Students/Seniors $15, ages 4 and under $10. Group discounts are available.

Sponsorship and Program Advertising opportunities are also available, call 860-643-4796.

For more information on the Nutcracker please visit www.connecticutnutcracker.com or call 860-418-7294,
for the Connecticut Concert Ballet, please visit www.ctconcertballet.org or call 860-643-4796.

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