Clara's Trip
A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story
Dec 20 - 22: Raleigh
Dec. 27 - 29: Charlotte
A contemporary twist on a holiday classic.
Clara’s Trip is an entertaining fusion of gravity-defying cirque, athletic dancing and a timeless story that is a treat for the entire family.
Clara has grown up to be a kind and energetic young lady who loves to dance but is a little clumsy. While dancing at Mr. and Mrs. Flowers' holiday party, she trips over her own feet and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is broken. That night Clara dreams that her foot is healed allowing her to dance like she has never before with surprises from her friends.
Y'all Weekly by Jesse Kimmel: “The format is certainly recognizable, but the story, the acting, the dance, and the acrobatic feats are fresh and surprising.”
CVNC by Michelle Medina-Villalon: “Clara's Trip makes for an exhilaratingly fun night for families of all ages."
Full Show Run Time
Act 1: 40 minutes
15 minute intermission
Act 2: 35 minutes
Total: 90 minutes
Children's Show Run Time
70 minutes without an intermission
show times
RALEIGH
December 20 - 7:00 PM
December 21 - 11:00 AM*
December 21 - 3:00 PM*
December 21 - 7:00 PM
December 22 - 1:00 PM*
December 22 - 4:00 PM
CHARLOTTE
Friday, Dec. 27, 3pm*
Friday, Dec. 27, 7pm
Saturday, Dec. 28, 11am*
Saturday, Dec. 28, 3pm*
Saturday, Dec. 28, 7pm
Sunday, Dec. 29, 1pm*
Sunday, Dec. 29, 4pm
*Children's Show
Children's Show is 70 minutes without an intermission.
All performances will have the following available for people with learning disabilities or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment:
Sound dampening headphones
Fidget toys
Calming Area in the Upper Gallery Lobby
Know Before You Go document that will include which scenes have loud music or abrupt lighting changes.