The Peanut Cracker
Pre-Dance Division students (ages 2.5 - 6) have the opportunity to help tell the story of a holiday favorite: The Nutcracker. We create a very comfortable experience for our youngest dancers and offer this as an optional performance opportunity for all dancers enrolled in the 1st session. This on-stage production gives dancers the opportunity to showcase what they have learned so far in class in an informal stage setting. Dancers are provided with simple costumes and a fun headpieces. These productions are colorful and fun for all; it will surely put you in the holiday spirit!
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Please see below for 2025 Peanut Cracker Details:
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Dress Rehearsal & Performances at
Lake Forest Academy, 1500 W Kennedy Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Tickets go on sale October 14th at 9am (Cast Only)
Tickets go on sale October 21st at 9am (Public)
Dress Rehearsals
Friday, December 5th @ Lake Forest Academy
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Costumes are handed out in class. Headpieces are handed out at dress rehearsal.
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Dancers need to be ready and in costume 5-minutes before stage time
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Once your dancer is done performing, and the group picture has been taken, you are free to leave.
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Dancers are to be kept with you in the theatre until they are called to go onstage.
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We will be running the show in order to help your dancer get familiar with the show.
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Please let your instructor know if your dancer will not be at the rehearsal and/or the show.
Important Dates:
Oct. 14 Peanut Cracker Tickets On Sale (CAST ONLY)
Oct. 22 Peanut Cracker Tickets On Sale (Public)
Oct. 24 - 30 Pre-Dance Halloween Costume Week!
Nov. 4 Pre-Dance Session 2 Registration Begins: Current Students
Nov. 8 - 14 OBSERVATION WEEK
Nov. 10 Pre-Dance Session 2 Registration Begins: New Students
Nov. 16 Sugar Plum Party 10:30-12Noon tickets required
Dec. 4 Pre-Dance Session 1 Ends
Dec. 5 Peanut Cracker Dress Rehearsal
Dec. 7 PEANUT CRACKER PERFORMANCE 11:00 AM
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