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Nevermind Santa's List; Check out the Nutcracker's Pre-Show Checklist

In the final days before the show, every detail comes together to make a magical Nutcracker ballet, but it's not easy

'Twas two nights before the Nutcracker and all through the studio

Was heard the humming and stitching of sewing machines

And moving of boxes and fitting of costumes

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The clatter of toe shoes and laughter of dancers

Fast-moving directors and counters of tickets

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Organizers of every detail from programs to ribbons

From the techs at the theater to the parents at home

Each knowing just what needs to be done

The director was heard to exclaim as she rode out of sight

"Get lots of sleep and see you tomorrow for dress rehearsal!"

The Wilton Dance Studio production of The Nutcracker will be on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at 1 and 4:30 p.m. at Wilton High School’s Clune Performing Arts Center. To buy tickets, call 203-544-9007 and leave a message or visit www.wiltondance.com and click on the link in the center of the home page to download & print the ticket order form and fax it to the school at 203-544-8820. Tickets are also available at the door on the day of the show.

 

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