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 2021 Peanut Cracker Details:
* Details subject to change as time goes on based on updated COVID-19 safety protocols *
Tickets
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NSSD is closely monitoring CDC Guidelines and requires that all audience members abide by theater guidelines
Tickets On Sale:
November 1st at 9:00 AM
​Theater Box Office will be closed
Important Dates
Dress Rehearsal:
Friday, December 3rd
Click for your class' rehearsal time
*Arrive at least 5 minutes early
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Show 1:
Dancers arrive by 9:45 AM
Show begins at 10:00 AM
Show 2:
Dancers arrive by 11:15 AM
Show begins at 11:30 AM
Dress Rehearsal & Performances at
Lake Forest Academy, 1500 W Kennedy Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Dress Rehearsals
Friday, December 3rd @ Lake Forest Academy
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Please use the PDF HERE to find your class' rehearsal time
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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, 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.
Performances
Saturday, December 4th @ Lake Forest Academy
Show 1 @ 10:00 AM
Show 2 @ 11:30 AM
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Performances are approximately 45 minutes hour and include performances by North Shore Ballet Theatre.
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Dancers should arrive ready to go 30 minutes before the showtime. PLEASE plan extra time for parking.
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Bring your child into the front entrance, run to the bathroom, change shoes, and make sure your costume and headpiece are on before heading to the "Drop Off" area
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At the end of the show (finale), the children will be brought backstage and dismissed to you by their teachersat the "Pick Up" area.
General Reminders
General Rehearsal / Performance Reminders:
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Students are to wear their costume and performance mask upon arrival. Don't forget the ballet shoes!
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Please take your child to the bathroom before the dress rehearsal/performance.
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All hair must be pulled out of your child's face. Please put all long hair in a smooth bun or a ponytail.
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Make-up is optional.
Last Minute Theatre Reminders:
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No food or drink in the theatre at any time.
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Keep your mask on
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No flash photography in the theatre, it can be dangerous to our dancers.
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Videotaping is available during the dress rehearsal and performance. Please do not block other viewers or the aisles with personal camera equipment. Be considerate of guests around you.
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All parents and children must stay back from the stage and must not block the aisles.