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Metuchen Dance Centre's original Duke Ellington Nutcracker

Saturday, January 22, 2022 @ 6:00pm



Brook Arts Center
10 Hamilton Street, Bound Brook, NJ 08805

It's time to JAZZ UP the Holidays! Metuchen Dance Centre's original Duke Ellington Nutcracker is an enchanting twist on the beloved original Tchaikovsky score. Join Clara's Christmas Eve adventure as she embarks on a mystical dream to the land of sweets with the Nutcracker that comes to life! Dance through the valley of Ice & Snow, tap over to the village of Candy Canes and fly amongst the forest of Floreadores. This cherished MDC tradition is full of incredible fun for the entire family and Duke Ellington's score is guaranteed to have you dancing all the way home!




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