BROOKLYN BUZZ: “The Nutcracker” returns to Bay Ridge
In the canon of Christmas stories and shows, The Nutcrackerballet is a universal and undisputed classic, bringing itscombination of fantasy and beauty to performances the world over.For the past 18 years, it has been something of a holiday traditionevery December for Brooklyn families to head over to Poly PrepCountry Day School to enjoy the ballet, presented by local dancersfrom the Vicky Simegiatos Dance Company.
This year’s two performances will be inside Poly Prep’s RichardPerry Theatre on Sunday, December 18 – at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. -andwill again feature over a dozen local youth aged six to 18, plusguest artists from the New York City Ballet, such as returningdancers Jared Angle and Jenifer Ringer. The Sugar Plum Fairy willbe portrayed by principal dancer Simone Messmer.
To meet demand, there will be an additional performance onMonday, December 19, especially for school groups.