The Nutcracker

I saw The Nutcracker today!! I used to see this play when I was younger and adored it. But you know how such things are - you rarely remember much other than a fondness. I couldn't really tell you the story line other than it's a Christmas Eve where the toys come to life. Okay, actually that's a pretty good summary, but you know what I mean.

The version that I saw was actually an adaptation that threw in some new stuff and took out some classic stuff (no mice!) but all in all, it was great to have some Christmas spirit here. Yes, yes. I know it's some time off, but you gotta fit in so much Christmas stuff into such a short amount of time. There's also just something about live theatre. I have always admired dancers especially because I have absolutely no talent for it. They are dainty and graceful - two things that permanently evade me. Then again, after seeing (oh my God, I am shocked that I forgot its name! We watched it endlessly at Valpo!) that dancing movie, you can see how it can become hardcore and overwhelming.

Still, even though it's a show seen in the hectic holiday season and it's all a pretty illusion on the stage, it's a wonderful illusion. I want more. :)