Cuban-born ballet star Carlos Acosta reimagines 'The Nutcracker' as 'Nutcracker in Havana', setting it in Havana and blending classical ballet with Cuban street dances.

Cuban-born ballet star Carlos Acosta is reimagining 'The Nutcracker' by setting it in Havana, blending classical ballet with Cuban street dances. His new production, "Nutcracker in Havana," will feature a new version of Tchaikovsky's familiar score, infused with Latin jazz, bossa nova, and Cuban folk music. The show, which is set to tour the UK, aims to bring a fresh and joyful perspective to the holiday classic.

March 04, 2024
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