Dancers replaced the audience with a film crew for their recent performance of The Nutcracker. Author: Emily DeVoe Updated: 5:31 PM EST March 10, 2021
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. The Nutcracker has been a holiday tradition for the Appalachian Ballet Co. for several years, 50 years to be exact. I ve been involved with the company for 48 years. I m teaching grandchildren of dancers who I was with years and years ago, Artistic Director Amy Vaughn said.
While the Christmas classic is traditionally performed in December, dancers took to the stage in March with a film crew from Beyond Media replacing the usual audience members.
To commemorate the company s 50th anniversary, Vaughn said they re creating a documentary that traces The Nutcracker back to their first performance.