Nutcracker: The Story of Clara (1994)
This acclaimed adaptation of Tchaikovsky's fabled masterwork from Graeme Murphy and the Australian Ballet tells the story of a famous Russian ballerina who immigrates to Australia in the 1940s, only to find a newly tumultuous life awaiting. Noel Smith conducts the State Orchestra of Victoria, and Vicki Attard, Siobhan Elsmann, Steven Heathcote and Dame Margaret Scott star in this 1994 production.
Director: Virginia Lumsden
Genre: Music, Fantasy
Runtime: 112 min
Release Date: January 1, 1994
Cast
- Vicki Attard - Young Clara
- Siobhan Elsmann - Child Clara
- David McAllister - Nutcracker / Prince
- Margaret Scott - Elder Clara
- Steven Heathcote - Doctor / Beloved officer
- Nigel Burley
- Justine Summers
- Damien Welch
- Michèle Goullet
Screenplay
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
ballet, nutcracker
More Films by Director: Virginia Lumsden
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Nutcracker: The Story of Clara about?
- This acclaimed adaptation of Tchaikovsky's fabled masterwork from Graeme Murphy and the Australian Ballet tells the story of a famous Russian ballerina who immigrates to Australia in the 1940s, only to find a newly tumultuous life awaiting. Noel Smith conducts the State Orchestra of Victoria, and Vicki Attard, Siobhan Elsmann, Steven Heathcote and Dame Margaret Scott star in this 1994 production.
- Who directed Nutcracker: The Story of Clara?
- Nutcracker: The Story of Clara was directed by Virginia Lumsden.
- Who stars in Nutcracker: The Story of Clara?
- Nutcracker: The Story of Clara stars Vicki Attard, Siobhan Elsmann, David McAllister, Margaret Scott, Steven Heathcote, Nigel Burley.
- How long is Nutcracker: The Story of Clara?
- Nutcracker: The Story of Clara has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).
- What genre is Nutcracker: The Story of Clara?
- Nutcracker: The Story of Clara is a Music, Fantasy film.
- Where was Nutcracker: The Story of Clara produced?
- Nutcracker: The Story of Clara was produced in Australia.