Artistic Director Brett Raphael has announced the expansion of the company's annual Nutcracker run to four matinee shows at Palace Theatre, Stamford Center for the Arts this coming December and appearances by four of the world's most celebrated international stars. Performances are December 20 and 21 all at 2:00pm. "Connecticut Ballet's production is an annual holiday tradition in downtown Stamford and we are delighted to bring even more star power to this most loved of ballets," stated Raphael.

Tickets for Nutcracker performances at Stamford Center for the Arts, 61 Atlantic Street, Stamford and are available online at www.scalive.org .  A special feature of the family matinees will be a meet-and-greet and photo opportunity with the principal dancers in the lobby following each performance.