Northglenn Arts with Colorado Conservatory of Dance Present

The Nutcracker

December 11-14, 2025

1:00pm & 6pm shows

WELCOME TO THE 2025 NUTCRACKER!

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2025 production of The Nutcracker, presented by Colorado Conservatory of Dance (CCD). This cherished tradition has shaped generations of dancers since 1993, and we are deeply grateful to our community for your continued belief in CCD and in the power of dance to create Better Lives Through Dance. This season, we are delighted to continue our commitment to culturally authentic choreography in Act II, honoring global dance traditions that broaden our dancers’ artistic understanding while enriching the experience for our audience. Our students have embraced this work wholeheartedly, bringing fresh energy and curiosity to the rehearsal process. We are also honored to welcome remarkable guest artists whose artistry elevates this production and o􀀃ers invaluable inspiration to our dancers. This year, we proudly collaborate with Taiwan Ballet Company, along with guest artists Madeline Bez, Sean Miller, and Jessica and Jay Markov. Their diverse backgrounds and professional experiences add depth and richness to our Nutcracker story. As you watch today’s performance, I hope you feel the dedication, joy, and collaboration that our dancers, faculty, production team, and families bring to this beloved tradition. Thank you for being here, and for supporting CCD’s mission and community. We look forward to celebrating many more Nutcracker seasons with you.
Warmly,

Sandra Shih Parks Executive & Artistic Director

Colorado Conservatory of Dance

Synopsis Act I At the Stahlbaum annual Holiday Party, Clara receives a magical nutcracker doll from her mysterious godfather, Drosselmeyer. As the clock strikes midnight, Clara finds herself in a battle between a group of large mice led by a Rat Queen and the soldier dolls commanded by the Nutcracker. By working together, Clara and the Nutcracker defeat the Rat Queen. After this battle, the Nutcracker transforms to a real prince, and Uncle Drosslmeyer accompanies Clara to a fantastical realm through the snowy forest, where the snowflakes dance around Clara.

INTERMISSION 20 minutes
Act 2

Upon entering the magical land, angels show Clara and Drosselmeyer the way into a Land of Sweets. Clara and Drosselmeyer are greeted by Sugar Plum Fairy and her friends including Spanish dancers (Chocolate), Arabian dancers (Co􀀄ee), Chinese Dancers (Tea), Russian Dancers (Candy Canes), French mirliton player (Marzipan), and Dew Drop. These whimsical characters all come together to celebrate the bravery of Clara by sharing their dances with them. When it is time to say goodbye, Clara finds herself back at home with her Nutcracker doll.

Thank You, Volunteers Heartfelt gratitude flows from the stage to each of you who made our Nutcracker production enchanting. Your dedication and passion transformed our vision into a magical reality. Behind every seamless performance is your tireless e􀀄ort and selfless contributions. From costumes to backstage support, your commitment shapes the Colorado Conservatory of Dance’s success. The Nutcracker sparkles with your generosity, and we are deeply thankful for the invaluable role you have played. Your love for the arts resonates in every graceful movement, leaving a lasting impact on our community. Thank you for making dreams come alive with your unwavering support.

Visiting Artists

Hsiao-Chi Tu- is a Company Member with Taiwan Ballet Company and a graduate of the Taipei National University of the Arts. Her repertoire includes leading roles in Elegie (Nadja Saidakova, Staatsballett Berlin) and works by Anna Chung, including Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No. 2, Green Island Serenade, and Poulenc: Concerto in D Minor. She received international training through the Year-Round Full Scholarship Program at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, participating in company rehearsals and performing in Robert Battle’s Battlefield. Hsiao-Chi has further trained with San Francisco Ballet School and through exchanges in Europe, Japan, and China. Her contemporary and classical credits include works by Francesco D’Astici, Chen-Wei Lee, and Cloud Gate Dance Theatre.

Chih-Ning Huang – born in Tainan, Taiwan, is a member of Taiwan Ballet Company and continues to further her training at the Taipei National University of the Arts. She has been recognized for her strong technical foundation and artistry, earning top results in major ballet competitions, including First Prize (Junior B) and Second Prize (Senior A) at the TGPIBC Ballet Competition, as well as Second Prize at Dance Open America Taiwan Regional. Chih-Ning is also celebrated for her accomplishments in Chinese classical dance, receiving first and second place honors in Taiwan’s national student competitions at the elementary and junior high levels.

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Northglenn Arts Staff

Executive Producer…Michael Stricker

Artistic Producer…Patrick Berger

Cultural Programs Coordinator…Kimberly Jongejan

Marketing…Terra Mueller

Marketing Assistant…Maggie Sapyta

Technical Director…Daniel Mori

Assistant Technical Director…Wren Tran Rider

Stage Manager…Veronica Legler

Patron Services Team

Victoria Caraballo – Coordinator

Ana Guzman

Ken Lassiter

Kendra Layne

Olivia McCarthy

Linda Symank

Fatimah Totten

Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier

Madeline Bez – began her dance training at Ballet Arizona before moving to Canada to join the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School. After completing her education, she continued dancing with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet before moving to Oregon to dance with Eugene Ballet. In her time with Eugene Ballet she danced numerous roles including Tall Swans in Swan Lake, Lady Capulet in Romeo and Juliet, as well as a variety of contemporary and neoclassical works. From Oregon, Madeline moved to dance with Harbin Ballet, where she had the opportunity to tour China and dance in many of the classic ballets, Paquita, Swan Lake, and Nutcracker to name a few. Madeline now lives in New York as a freelance artist where she has worked with a many choreographers, Christopher Stowell, Juliano Nunes, and Ilya Jivoy, to name a few. As well as performing she was also a dancer on Amazon Prime’s Etoile and is Co-Founder of Artists Climate Collective.

Sean Miller – is a French/American dancer currently with Dance Theatre of Harlem and previously with Miami City Ballet (2021-2025). His repertoire includes many works by Balanchine, Robbins, Ratmansky, Lopez-Ochoa, Jamar Roberts, Petipa, Bournonville, Claudia Schreier, etc. He also has been awarded several awards from the international competition Youth America Grand Prix including the 2020 Toronto Grand Prix Award and one of twelve finalists in the 2021 YAGP finals.

Cast

Act

Baby Mouse …… Louisa Sellars

Baby Soldier …… Ada Mathews

Clara Stahlbaum …… Emma Wilson / Mya Carpenter

Fritz Stahlbaum …… Mya Carpenter / Emma Wilson

Chinese Doll …… Elizabeth Boyle

Spanish Doll …… Claire Boyle

Russian Doll …… Hsiao-Chi Tu

Nutcracker Prince / Nephew …… Ezrah Atencio

Mrs. Stahlbaum …… Beatriz Bonome

Mr. Stahlbaum …… Ned Endler

Aunt Drosselmeyer …… Christiana Wheeler

Aunt …… Brett Burke

Aunt …… Elaine Pages

Party Guest …… Ashlie Adam

Party Guest …… Makayla Brodzinski

Party Guest …… Keira Dotson

Party Guest …… Amanda Rebecca Groziak

Party Guest …… Jessica Paden

Party Guest …… Erin Wood

Governess …… Erin Dillard

Party Boy …… Tehani Hoover

Party Boy …… Leora Lipton

Party Boy …… Chloe Peterson

Party Boy …… Marin Sellars

Party Girl …… Sara Adam

Party Girl …… Roxana Vahdani Moghaddam

Party Girl …… Charlotte Sellars

Party Girl …… Charlotte White

Mouse …… Tehani Hoover

Mouse …… Leora Lipton

Mouse …… Chloe Peterson

Mouse …… Marin Sellars

Mouse …… Charlotte White

Rat Queen …… Ashlie Adam

Soldier …… Sara Adam

Soldier …… Lili Ingwersen

Soldier …… Ariella Maestas

Soldier …… Ada Mathews

Soldier …… Charlotte Sellars

Snow Queen …… Chin Ning Huang

Snow King …… Eoin Robinson (12/11-12/14)

Snow King …… Antonio Houck (12/20-12/21)

Snow Demi Soloist …… Claire Boyle

Snow Demi Soloist …… Hsiao-Chi Tu (12/11-14)

Snow Demi Soloist …… Taylor Portillo (12/20 6:30 PM)

Snow Demi Soloist …… Abbey Sterling (12/21 1 PM)

Snow Demi Soloist …… Blythe Truhe (12/20 1 PM)

Snow …… Ashlie Adam

Snow …… Beatriz Bonome

Snow …… Brett Burke

Snow …… Mya Carpenter / Emma Wilson

Snow …… Brooke Howton

Snow …… Brianna Mathews

INTERMISSION

20 minutes

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Cast

Act II 

Angel …… Marin Sellars

Angel …… Charlotte White

Little Angel …… Sara Adam

Little Angel …… Lili Ingwersen

Little Angel …… Ariella Maestas

Little Angel …… Ada Mathews

Little Angel …… Louisa Sellars

Little Angel …… Charlotte Sellars

Lead Spanish …… Elizabeth Boyle

Spanish …… Beatriz Bonome

Spanish …… Brianna Mathews

Arabian …… Claire Boyle

Arabian …… Makayla Brodzinski

Arabian …… Brett Burke

Arabian …… Brooke Howton

Chinese …… Mya Carpenter / Emma Wilson

Chinese …… Roxana Vahdani Moghaddam

Chinese …… Elizabeth Boyle

Mirliton …… Chin Ning Huang

Baby Sheep …… Lili Ingwersen

Baby Sheep …… Ariella Maestas

Baby Sheep …… Ada Mathews

Baby Sheep …… Louisa Sellars

Lead Russian …… Ezrah Atencio

Russian …… Keira Dotson

Russian …… Leora Lipton

Russian …… Elaine Pages

Russian …… Marin Sellars

Russian …… Charlotte White

Mother Ginger …… Amanda Rebecca Groziak

Bon Bon …… Sara Adam

Bon Bon …… Lili Ingwersen

Bon Bon …… Ariella Maestas

Bon Bon …… Charlotte Sellars

Dew Drop …… Hsiao-Chi Tu

Flower Demi Solo …… Elizabeth Boyle

Flower Demi Solo …… Claire Boyle

Flower Demi Solo …… Taylor Portillo (12/20 – 12/21)

Flower Demi Solo …… Abbey Sterling (12/20 – 12/21)

Flower Demi Solo …… Blythe Truhe (12/20 – 12/21)

Flower …… Ashlie Adam

Flower …… Beatriz Bonome

Flower …… Brett Burke

Flower …… Mya Carpenter/Emma Wilson

Flower …… Brooke Howton

Flower …… Brianna Mathews

Flower …… Elaine Pages

Flower …… Christiana Wheeler

Sugar Plum Fairy …… Madeline Bez

Cavalier …… Sean Miller

Tech crew

Technical Director …… Troy Gleeson

Assistant Technical Director …… Eric Kolenbrander

Spotlight Operator (week 2) …… Desmond Sherman

Stage Manger …… Breegan Kearney

Assistant Stage Manager …… Anna Chuang

Board Operator (week 2) …… David Baxter

Stagehand (week 2) …… Lauren Hergenreter

Deckhand (week 2) …… Carrie Smith

 

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