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'Nutcracker' anniversary reunites Ballet Memphis, Memphis Symphony Orchestra

Cecily Khuner dances with the Snowflakes during a dress rehearsal for Ballet Memphis' production of the "Nutcracker" this week.

The Commercial Appeal -

The 25th anniversary presentation of "Nutcracker" reunites Ballet Memphis with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra this weekend.

With costumes and original choreography created by Ballet Memphis and showcasing sets from the London City Ballet, the cast features nearly 100 professional dancers, local children and special guests.

The remaining three performances of this classic ballet are at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. today and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Orpheum, 203 S. Main.