The Nutcracker: A Story and a Ballet

by Ellen Eichenwald Switzer

Describes the Tchaikovsky ballet, the Hoffman story on which it was based, and the version staged by Balanchine for the New York City Ballet, as shown through photographs and interviews with some of the dancers.

101 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1985

Reviews

[American Girl · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fascinating book that retells the original Nutcracker story, plus explains the ballet story. Highly recommend for anyone who loves the ballet!

[Eliana · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was very intriguing because it tells both the story of the Nutcracker as well as the story of the Nutcracker play. I highly recommend this book if you love the Nutcracker or want to learn more about it!