ARTS & CULTURE
29 DECEMBER – 4 JANUARY CORN EXCHANGE
SAINT PETERSBURG CLASSIC BALLET
What better way to welcome in the new year than with an unforgettable visit to the ballet? For several years now, the Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet has delighted Cambridge audiences over the new year period with two stunning productions; this year, they’ve gone one better, offering a triple bill of Tchaikovsky ballets. In The Nutcracker on 29 and 31 December, discover the timeless story of Clara, who is whisked away on a fairytale adventure by her nutcracker prince. On 1 and 2 January, meet princess Aurora in The Sleeping Beauty , who is awakened from a deep sleep by her valiant prince. The wicked Carabosse and the beautiful Lilac Fairy are joined by a host of fairytale characters in this enchanting production. Finally, on 3 and 4 January, prepare to be swept away by the tragic beauty of Swan Lake , the tale of Prince Siegfried and his true love, Odette, who are fooled by evil sorcerer Von Rothbart and his daughter Odile – but would rather die than live apart. All three ballets feature a full orchestra and dazzling soloists. Performances vary between 2pm, 5pm and 7pm, and tickets start at £18. cambridgelivetrust.co.uk
21-22 DECEMBER SAFFRON HALL
THE NUTCRACKER AND I
Everyone knows the story of The Nutcracker – it has become almost synonymous with Christmas. But this show – created and performed by Romanian pianist Alexandra Dariescu – presents the classic tale in a way that’s never been done before. Featuring Alexandra playing live on stage alongside a single ballerina, the breathtaking Tchaikovsky score comes together with state-of-the-art digital effects to create a unique, multi- sensory, captivating Christmas treat for the whole family. The show has toured the world, playing to more than 700,000 people – 65% of whom were children – and we are incredibly fortunate to be welcoming the production to Saffron Walden this Christmas. Innovative, immersive and truly enthralling, this is an event not to be missed. Tickets from £4. saffronhall.com
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