Nutcracker: The Story of Clara
Nutcracker: The Story of Clara1994
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This acclaimed adaptation of Tchaikovsky's fabled masterwork from Graeme Murphy and the Australian Ballet tells the story of a famous Russian ballerina who immigrates to Australia in the 1940s, only to find a newly tumultuous life awaiting. Noel Smith conducts the State Orchestra of Victoria, and Vicki Attard, Siobhan Elsmann, Steven Heathcote and Dame Margaret Scott star in this 1994 production. Nutcracker was recorded live at the State Theatre, Melbourne, Sep. 22, 1994.
DirectorVirginia LumsdenStudioAustralian Broadcasting Corporation
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Vicki AttardYoung Clara | Young Clara |
 Siobhan ElsmannChild Clara | Child Clara |
 David McAllisterNutcracker / Prince | Nutcracker / Prince |
 Margaret ScottElder Clara | Elder Clara |
 Steven HeathcoteDoctor / Beloved officer | Doctor / Beloved officer |
 Nigel BurleyNot listed | Not listed |
 Justine SummersNot listed | Not listed |
 Damien WelchNot listed | Not listed |
 Michèle GoulletNot listed | Not listed |
| RRoy WilsonTsar Nicholas | Tsar Nicholas |