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“The Nutcracker” is a holiday staple, and for Ballet Arizona and many other productions around the world, a pit full of musicians is part of the tradition. Shows can turn
Musicians in a cramped space under a Phoenix stage send up the familiar tones of “The Nutcracker.” Overhead, satin-and-glue pointed toes pitter-patter across stage in a performance of the holiday favorite.For Ballet Arizona and many other productions around the world, a pit full of musicians is as much part of the tradition as the dancers above.
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s 1892 score has challenged "Nutcracker" musicians for decades--including those who work for the Phoenix ballet.
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