Why it may be worth watching
- The Nutcracker combines Fantasy and Romance elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Rudolf Nureyev, Merle Park, Leslie Edwards.
Movie
The Nutcracker
This historic performance from 1968 captures Rudolf Nureyev at the peak of his career. Nureyev's legendary performance makes this the definitive Nutcracker on video. Watch, and enjoy being transported with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince into a world of fantasy!
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Cast
Rudolf NureyevHerr Drosselmeyer/The Prince
Merle ParkClara
Leslie EdwardsDr. Stahlbaum
Betty KavanaghFrau Stahlbaum
Keith MartinFritz
Ann JennerLouisa
Gerd LarsenGrandmother
Stanley HoldenGrandfather
Wayne SleepThe Nutcracker
Ronald PlaistedThe Rat King
Georgina ParkinsonSpanish Dance
Michael ColemanSpanish Dance
Alexander GrantArab Dance
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Who may enjoy it
Best suited to viewers looking for Fantasy, Romance.
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Themes and topics
ballet
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