Russia has long been recognized as a leader in the world of dance, and the Moscow Ballet’s touring production of the Great Russian Nutcracker aims to uphold the country’s reputation—with a little help from the international community. Featuring a group of world-renowned Russian dancers, massive flying puppets from South Africa and hand-painted sets from Wes Anderson collaborator Carl Sprague, this production is sure to dazzle, with Arabian, French and Chinese variations on the holiday classic. In addition to the dextrous troupe of performers, the Moscow Ballet also lends a treasure trove of period-perfect costumes to the pageantry.
Moscow Ballet
Thu-Fri, 4pm & 8pm, $29+
California Theatre, San Jose
