|  | The Nutcracker is an Owensboro holiday tradition with sell-out performances since 1993. Based on the E.F. Hoffman tale, this captivating story 
                                                            of a little girl's fantasy of beauty, magic and sugarplums come alive on the Cannon Hall stage.  Drosselmeyer is back with his pyro-magic tricks and a full set of beautiful 
                                                            backdrops.  Owensboro Dance Theatre's original version is unlike any other, with dance forms including: ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop, and features 6 professional dancers, over 200 
                                                            community members, ODT Company and Apprentice Company.  Showcasing performances by seasoned professional dancers from Chicago, Denver and Atlanta, audiences will be thrilled by their 
                                                            expertise, grace and beauty. |  |