Goh Ballet: The Nutcracker at Queen Elizabeth Theatre

DON'T spend the holidays moping around and unsure of what to do with yourself, we've got the most spectacular event on the planet to attend and that is the Go Ballet's production of The Nutcracker which is the best way to celebrate the holidays.

Imagine being completely captured for the entire show as you fall in love with the cast and the entire story; that's the kind of power you can expect from this breathtaking event. And it won't just happen during the show, as you exit, you and the rest of the audience will be talking about the entire show as you exit the building.

The magical stories told by Goh Ballet never fail to enchant the hearts and minds of the people who see them. They achieve this by assembling a group of the area's most promising performers and training them to become the industry standard. Of course, the stunning interior decor and facilities at The Queen Elizabeth Theatre are impressive as well, but what will truly blow audiences away is the caliber of the performance and the exquisite costumes worn by the actors.

For good reason, this play has become a seasonal staple for theatergoers in the Vancouver area and that is because it transports you to a fantastical world full of wonderful characters like dancing sugar plum fairies and snowflakes. Clara, our lead, and her trusty Nutcracker must defeat the evil Mouse King in order to save Christmas. The Sugar Plum Fairy, March, and Waltz of the Flowers are just a few of the timeless classics that are sure to put you in a merry frame of mind.

This is the kind of outing that your whole family will enjoy and that no one will soon forget. The dancers' abilities will surprise you, the children's sweetness will melt away your heart, the music will blow your mind, and the story will bring delight and comfort to your soul, so don't miss this once-a-year chance to celebrate the holidays in grand style with your loved ones. It is by the best way to end your year.