THE SUGARPLUM FAIRY & HER FRIENDS
Join the Janelle Gilchrist Dance Troupe (JGDT) for The Sugarplum Fairy & Her Friends—a delightful 45-minute adaptation of The Nutcracker celebrating the holiday season and the magic of the Kingdom of the Sweets!
Janelle has designed this performance to be accessible, vibrant, and fun for all ages ! This family-friendly holiday production brings classic ballet variations to life at The Foundry in Cambridge.
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Featured Variations
Enjoy all your favorite Nutcracker classical variations, including:
Angel Fairy
Spanish, Arabian, Chinese, Russian, & Marzipan
Sugarplum Fairy & Pas de Deux
The iconic Waltz of the Flowers
Meet the Cast & Community
This performance showcases an inspiring mix of professional artists, dedicated community dancers, and local students:
JGDT Main Company: Advanced, professionally trained dancers featured in lead solos and duets.
JGDT Community Ensemble: Ballet-trained adults balancing professional careers while keeping their love of dance alive, performing the Waltz of the Flowers.
Angel Performing Arts: Talented young dancers (ages 9–12) specializing in classical ballet and traditional Chinese dance, performing Polichinelle and Chinese.
Dr. Albert D. Holland High School of Technology: Boston Public School dancers taught by JGDT Founder and Dedham resident Janelle Gilchrist, performing the energetic Russian variation.
Performance Schedule
Friday, November 27: 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 28: 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
Location: The Foundry, 101 Rogers St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Runtime: 45 minutes
Audience Photo Opportunity: Stay after the curtain call! All audience members will have dedicated time following the performance to take photos with members of the cast.
This short, 45-minute performance is the perfect holiday tradition for families, dance enthusiasts, and first-time theatergoers alike! Reserve your tickets early to secure your seats.
