Clara & the Nutcracker Production History

June 2013
The first draft of CLARA & THE NUTCRACKER is written.

July 2014
CLARA & THE NUTCRACKER is read as a part of the Piccolo Theatre‘s ensemble retreat.

November 2014
CLARA & THE NUTCRACKER is selected for the 2015-16 Piccolo season.

February 2015
Derrick Gaetke is brought on board to compose music for the songs.

April 2015
Nicole Keating is named director.

May 2015
General auditions are held.

SEPTEMBER 2015
Rehearsals begin.

NOVEMBER 2015
CLARA & THE NUTCRACKER opens at the Piccolo Theatre.

DECEMBER 2015
CLARA & THE NUTCRACKER closes at the Piccolo Theatre.