Nutcracker: The Story of Clara(1994)
Nutcracker: The Story of Clara Synopsis
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. Nutcracker was recorded live at the State Theatre, Melbourne, Sep. 22, 1994.
Nutcracker: The Story of Clara (1994) is a music and fantasy film directed by Virginia Lumsden, released on January 1, 1994 with a runtime of 1h 52m. It stars Vicki Attard, Siobhan Elsmann, David McAllister and Margaret Scott.
- Director:
- Virginia Lumsden
- Writers:
- E. T. A. Hoffmann, Kristian Fredrikson, Graeme Murphy
- Producers:
- Virginia Lumsden
- Production:
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- Status:
- Released
Nutcracker: The Story of Clara Cast & Crew
Main cast
Vicki Attard
as Young Clara
Siobhan Elsmann
as Child Clara
David McAllister
as Nutcracker / Prince
Margaret Scott
as Elder Clara
Steven Heathcote
as Doctor / Beloved officer
Nigel Burley
Justine Summers
Damien Welch
Michèle Goullet
- Roy Wilson
Roy Wilson
as Tsar Nicholas
Key crew
Directed by Virginia Lumsden, written by E. T. A. Hoffmann, Kristian Fredrikson and Graeme Murphy, produced by Virginia Lumsden.
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Nutcracker: The Story of Clara – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Nutcracker: The Story of Clara?
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The main cast of Nutcracker: The Story of Clara (1994) includes Vicki Attard, Siobhan Elsmann, David McAllister, Margaret Scott and Steven Heathcote. The film was directed by Virginia Lumsden. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Nutcracker: The Story of Clara released?
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Nutcracker: The Story of Clara was released on January 1, 1994 and runs for 1h 52m.