A Brief History Of The Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky, Dumas, And Hoffmann

The video explores the evolution of The Nutcracker from Hoffmann's original story to its various adaptations, including Dumas' translation and the creation of the ballet by Tchaikovsky and Petipa. Despite initial criticism, the music gained popularity, leading to Balanchine's successful version, which remains widely performed today.

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