The time period this musical is set in. Knights, Princesses, and Inkeepers.
What is Medieval times?
The Land of Sweets variations go by many names, and this candy is attributed to the dance traditionally done with flutes (or sheep!).
This item comes to life when the roustabout appears.
What is a jukebox?
This brotherly duo wrote the original tale of this ballet
Who are the Brothers Grimm?
This mythical creature is at the center of this story
What is a dragon?
In many productions, Clara is also known by this alternate name used in the original story by E. T. A. Hoffmann.
What is Marie?
This popular artist wrote all the songs in this musical, making this HBPA's first Jukebox!
Who is Elvis?
This item is used in this story to help navigate the woods.
What are breadcrumbs?
This storytelling device allows characters to speak directly to the audience outside of the story.
What is breaking the fourth wall?
In many productions, the Nutcracker's rival has this many heads.
What is seven?
This material is a hot commodity in this world, especially when used for shoes!
What is blue suede?
This material is used to build the mysterious house the main characters stumble upon.
What is candy?
This group of people got famous from saving the realm the first time, but are worried about keeping their fans happy.
Who are the heroes?
In the original story by E. T. A. Hoffmann, the Nutcracker is cursed into his form after offending this royal figure.
Who is the Mouse Queen?
The main character adopts this alias while disguising herself to get close to the town's newest roustabout.
Who is Ed?
The villain in this story is tricked by this item!
What is a chicken bone?
The Innkeeper inherited the inn from this family member.
Who is her grandfather?
This choreographer created the original 1892 ballet production in Russia, working with Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
Who is Marius Petipa?
This Shakespeare play inspired the plot, involving disguises and mistaken identity.
What is Twelfth Night?
In many versions, these characters are the catalyst for the story.
Who are Mother and Father