The Nutcracker at the Firehouse

Saturday, November 24 at 3pm and 7pm*
Sunday, November 25 at 3pm

*Gala reception November 24 at 6pm

Long a traditional favorite, Methuen Ballet Ensemble brings the holiday classic, The Nutcracker! to the Firehouse Center stage just in time to kick off your holiday season.  Join the cast for a gala reception which will be held in the main lobby of The Firehouse at 6:00 p.m. on November 24th prior to the 7:00 show.

Methuen Ballet Ensemble, an established ballet company under the artistic direction of Vanessa Voter Shaheen, has staged “The Nutcracker” for over twenty-five years.  All principal roles are performed by members of Methuen Ballet Ensemble, whose experience totals over 150 years of classical ballet training under Ms. Shaheen’s tutelage!  Students of Voter’s School of Dance, Gymnastics & Karate, established 62 years ago by Pam Voter, perform all other roles.  Dancers hail from Methuen, Lawrence, Haverhill, and N. Andover, MA, as well as Salem, Pelham, Windham, and Manchester, NH.

Each year, the production has become more elaborate with stunning visual effects and custom-designed costumes by a well-known Canadian designer.  All performances include a giant growing Christmas tree, a heavenly mist, and an abundance of snowfall. 

Come share in the magic of Methuen Ballet Ensemble’s The Nutcracker! and introduce your family to the joy and spectacle of this classic dance event!