The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
Special | 1h 24m 6s | WETA Passport
Conceived by John Mauceri, this new work is a re-imagination of Tchaikovsky’s holiday favorite, "The Nutcracker." Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s 1816 book, Alan Cumming recounts the origin story of how a prince got put into a nutcracker. Unlike the ballet, we also learn what happens when the young girl grows up, having saved the prince, and what they are doing today.
Aired: 12/14/21 | Expires: 12/13/24 |
Extras From This Special
The Arrival at Candy Meadow
Clip: Special | 1m 52s
Crossing the River of Rose Petals
Clip: Special | 1m 34s
Godfather Drosselmeyer
Clip: Special | 35s
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