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The Nutcracker

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Bringing E.T.A. Hoffmann's classic holiday tale and Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet to life, "The Nutcracker Ballet Theatre" by Jean Mahoney is an exquisite, interactive pop-up toy book. Beautifully and intricately illustrated by Viola Ann Seddon, this unique book transforms into a miniature three-dimensional folding theater stage, complete with changing backdrops for different acts, including the cozy Stahlbaum parlor and the magical Land of Sweets.

The set includes a small story booklet that guides the reader through the narrative, alongside a collection of press-out cardboard characters on sticks—such as Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, the Mouse King, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. Children and ballet enthusiasts can stage their own live performances while reading along. This magnificent novelty book serves as a perfect gift and an engaging educational tool, fostering creativity, dramatic play, and an early appreciation for the performing arts.

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Availability

01320	791.5 Vio c	Library	Available
3259	791.5 Vio c	Elementary School Library	Available

Detail Information

Series Title

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Call Number

791.5 Vio c

Publisher

Upper Saddle River, NJ : Walker Books., 2004

Collation

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 26 cm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

0-7445-9228-.3

Classification

791.5

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Media Type

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Carrier Type

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Edition

Pop-up Toy Book Edition

Subject(s)

pertunjukan
wayang
crackernut
ballet theatre
Pop-up books
Nutcracker (Ballet)

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