The Nutcracker (Methuen Ballet Ensemble)

Join us in this very special production of Methuen Ballet Ensemble's The Nutcracker. The company is thrilled to announce that world renowned ballet dancer and choreographer Sabi Varga will be joining this year's production. It is not to be missed! In addition to dancing in the production, Mr. Varga will be tapping into his creative and artistic talents as guest choreographer for select scenes!

While with Alberta Ballet, he performed principal roles in works by George Balanchine, Helga Tomasson, and Christopher Weheeldon. In 2002, Nissinen invited Sabi to join Boston Ballet. He was promoted to second soloist in 2004 and to soloist in 2006. Mr. Varga enjoyed over 10 years as a soloist with the Boston Ballet performing principal roles in numerous ballets including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Romeo and Juliet, Don Quixote, Lady of the Camellias, Balanchine's Duo Concertant and Serenade, and Helen Pickett's Etesian.

Each year, this 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. Note: No chemicals will be used during this production. The mist effect will be achieved with the lighting design.