CASTING CALL: Be Part Of The Nutcracker Ballet In Upstate New York

Summer isn't over quite yet in Upstate New York, but it seems that Christmas is already in the air. Between stores putting holiday decorations up for sale in August and houses lighting up the streets before Fall begins, it seems the holiday season starts earlier and earlier every year.

Some holiday, however, have to announce their arrival a little early, and New York's capital region is getting ready to kick off one of the Holiday's biggest hits.

The Nutcracker is Coming to Town

The Nutcracker is one of the most iconic pieces of Christmas entertainment, and it's getting ready to hit the stage again. This December, the 33rd annual tour of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet makes its way back to the capital region for a night of music, magic, and merriment.

The show will be performed at The Palace Theatre in Albany on December Third at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now, but families wanting to make this a show to remember may want to look into getting on stage.

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Dance On Stage at NUTCRACKER!

Every year, this production holds open auditions to the community to allow the youth of the host cities the opportunity of a lifetime. If selected, the children (aged 6-17) will join the production on stage as mice, snowflakes, snow maidens, and more!

If you're worried about your skill level, don't stress! The auditions welcome everyone, no matter how proficient at dance you are. The auditions will be held on Sunday, September 21st at 10 a.m. in conjunction with the Premiere Dance Performing arts Center. For more information, reach out to the studio at premieredanceny@gmail.com.