A New Way to Experience the Nutcracker

Ello and the Washington DC Ballet Company partnered to bring the Nutcracker to life for the aspiring dancer in your family with Mira’s Nutcracker Dream, a story about a young girl’s path to becoming a ballet dancer.
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A Story About Overcoming Fears

Mira dreams of dancing in the Washington DC Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker. She trains hard, fights through her nerves, and performs on the biggest stage with all her favorite dancers. Mira’s Nutcracker Dream brings to life the magic of the Washington Ballet Company through a story that will be sure to inspire the next generation of ballet stars!
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