The Nutcracker

This is my favorite production of "Nutcracker" and I've seen many, both live and recorded. I admit that I no longer have patience to sit through most of Act One. I start at the Waltz of the Snowflakes and take it from there. What makes this performance so outstanding are the two principal dancers, Miyako Yoshida and Steven McRae. They're a great physical match and work so well together, neither one upstaging the other. They simply glide flawlessly on their toes and through the air, spinning on one leg, making it all look so easy. This video is nicely produced with sharp images and excellent editing, allowing the viewer to see full body dancing with occasional glimpses of closeups. Superb orchestration, costumes, scenery, corps de ballet, etc.