"Russian Version of the Nutcracker Retains Imperial Beauty"

TORONTO—November 16, 2011—The classic charm and pageantry of The Nutcracker hits the stage in Toronto for its fourth annual performance. Aritistic Director Tatiana Stepanova has retained the ballet's traditional beauty with her innovative vision and polished choreography. Joining the young talented dancers of Toronto International Ballet Theatre are Principal Dancers of the Hungarian National Ballet Opera: Aleszja Popova and Vladimir Arhangelski. Toronto International Ballet Theatre's Nutcracker is based on the Russian Classical version performed by the worlds top ballet companies: The Bolshoi Ballet and Kirov Ballet.

Saturday, December 17 at 7:00pm
Sunday, December 18 at 2:00pm

Cardinal Carter Theatre: 36 Greenfield Ave, Toronto Ontario (Yonge & Sheppard)

The Nutcracker will be performed at the Cardinal Carter Theatre. This intimate and cozy venue will provide a unique experience to the audience as it brings them right into the heart of the performance.

Ms. Stepanova brings out the strengths of the community of dancers and interjects a fresh and fun atmosphere to the traditional tale of a Christmas dream.

This captivating and enchanting performance is not to be missed.

NOTE TO EDITORS: For additional information please visit TIBT's Nutcracker page, or contact us by email.