Berks Ballet Theatre has announced that tickets are on sale for its production of “The Nutcracker,” being staged Dec. 18 at 1 and 6 p.m. and Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, West Reading.

The production will feature live accompaniment by the Reading Pops Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Willis Rapp.

BBT Artistic Director Kelly Barber and Ballet Master and Resident Choreographer Nathan Bland are co-choreographing the ballet with 21 company dancers and 23 students from Berks Ballet Theatre Conservatory of Dance.

Dancing the role of the regal Sugar Plum Fairy is company dancer Ellie Folga, who has been promoted to this role following her performance the previous season as Lead Candy Cane. The role of Sugar Plum Fairy is traditionally danced by a professional guest; however, Folga has shown she’s both technically and artistically ready to meet the demands of the role.

The role of the Cavalier will be danced by New York City-based dancer and Broadway alum Jace Coronado. Returning to dance the role of Snow King is New York City-based dancer Nick Peregrino.

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