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that would prefer a less boisterous production. Joann
Gallagher, president of FADC, said the company is
trying something new this year by oͿering The Gentle
Nutcracker, a sensory sensitive performance on Dec. 10
at the Lyric. This shortened performance of 75 minutes
will feature subdued lighting and sound. Guest artists
from Russian Ballet Orlando will not participate in this
performance.
This is the 21st year of The Nutcracker for FADC.
“The show is a hometown favorite and a tradition for
residents across the Treasure Coast and appeals to audiences
of all ages,” Gallagher said. Being a tradition
doesn’t make the performance the same every year.
The FADC instructors mix it up a little with variations
on some of the elements, Gallagher explained. That
includes choreography, scenes and props “to keep the
performance fun and exciting for the audience and
performers,” she said.
Performers range in age from 4 to over 50. In addition
to FADC dancers and instructors, the cast includes
families of students and volunteers.
“Many people come together to bring this show to
life, so you will see families dancing together on stage
and may not even realize it,” Gallagher said. “Some
of the FADC students have been performing in The
Nutcracker for 10 or more years, starting as baby mice
and cupcakes!”
Florida Arts & Dance Co. is a teaching company that
oͿers classes in everything from ballet, to hip hop to
Irish step, believing that everyone who wants to dance
should have that opportunity. >>
Liala Lezama is an Arabian dancer and Demetrius Tucker an Arabian Cavalier in the
St. Lucie Ballet’s version of the holiday favorite.
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