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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King

Season 1 Episode 1 | 1hr 24m 06s

Conceived by John Mauceri, this new work is a re-imagination of Tchaikovsky’s holiday favorite, "The Nutcracker." Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s 1816 book, Alan Cumming recounts the origin story of how a prince got put into a nutcracker. Unlike the ballet, we also learn what happens when the young girl grows up, having saved the prince, and what they are doing today.

Aired: 12/13/21 | Expires: 01/23/24
Extras
Alan Cumming recounts the origin story of how a prince got put into a nutcracker.
The arrival at Candy Meadow is accompanied by the "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy."
Alan Cumming narrates the crossing of the river of rose petals toward the Capital City.
The King sends the Nutcracker on his quest.
The beginning of the journey to the Capital City. Alan Cumming narrates.
Godfather Drosselmeyer arrives to give gifts to the children.