Since 2009, Nimbus Dance has drawn together a cast of professional Nimbus company dancers, youth of all backgrounds, and local celebrities to present Jersey City Nutcracker. This adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic takes place in Jersey City and draws together families and the community around themes of magic, adventure, friendship, and growing up. Choreographed and directed by Samuel Pott, with fantastical, animated scenic projections by Jersey City-based video artists Laia Cabrera and Isabelle Duverger, and a delightful libretto co-written by playwright Alysia Souder and Mr. Pott, the magic of Nutcracker comes alive in Jersey City!
Nimbus seeks youth performers for the youth lead roles of Maria and Christopher for Jersey City Nutcracker performances in December 2024. Auditioners will be considered for both roles at the upcoming audition. Nimbus is looking for dancers who can portray a character between the ages of 11-13 years old.
These demanding lead roles offer an unprecedented opportunity for growth and exposure for emerging youth performers.
Auditions for youth lead roles will be held at the Nimbus Arts Center (at 329 Warren St., Jersey City) on August 24, 6 – 7 pm. Dancers ages 12 – 18 of all backgrounds are encouraged to audition.
If cast, important dates include:
Youth Lead Intensive: September 3-6 5-7:30p
Wednesday Evening Rehearsals 7-8:30p: Start date TBD
Stage Rehearsals: November 16, November 23
Dress Rehearsals: December 3-5
Performance Dates:
December 6th at 7p
December 7th at 3pm & 7p
December 8th at 3pm & 7p
December 13th at 7p
December 14th at 3pm & 7p
December 15th at 3pm & 7p
December 20th at 7p
December 21st at 3p & 7p
December 22nd at 3p & 7p
