The Nutcracker Minneapolis reviews
KriskrisP
Oct 02, 2025
Nutcracker was fantastic!
The Nutcracker performance by the Academy of Russian Classical Ballet and Russian Artists International was spectacular. The cast ranged from children, who perform their rules very well and in sync with one another, two principals from the Kazakhstan National Ballet, who performed the Sugar Plum Fairy and Nutcracker Prince beautifully. The costuming and staging was very professional. I especially like the use of a live nutcracker in the party scene, as opposed to the usual wouldn't nutcracker doll. The Mouse King was appropriately dramatic and wicked, and Drosselmeyer, performed by another Russian dancer. Added great flair to the show. Looking forward to attending again next year!