Tchaikovsky's sugar rush gets a 1915 glow-up — and yes, the tutus are THAT good.
This production of the famous ballet has been reset to take place during the 1915 San Francisco World's Fair. From the lovely Waltz of the Flowers to the crystalline beauty of the stunning Snowflake Waltz; each scene is more breathtaking than the last; bringing to life all the well-known and beloved characters with fresh sparkle and compelling originality.
Cinematography
Panavision cameras swooping through 60-dancer Snowflake Waltz.
Costume
400+ hand-sewn pieces, 1915 World's Fair research included.
Practical Effects
Zero CGI — every flying effect is live rigging magic.
Director
Matthew Diamond
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The production reused actual 1915 World's Fair blueprints from the Bancroft Library; set designers spent six months on research alone.
Yuan Yuan Tan's Snow Queen was her final major role before retirement; she reportedly asked for six additional camera rehearsals to nail her farewell.
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