Marci Lambert
December is the time of year for dreaming; and what better place for dreams to come true than at Annesdale Mansion. Our models attend a festive party only to discover the characters from the Nutcracker come alive. Or was it just a dream?
SCENE ONE: Friends come bearing gifts for Clara and her brother, Fritz.
Henry American Vintage denim shirt by E • Land, $42 | Teal strip sweater vest by Tea, $39 | Green corduroy pants by J. Bailey, $54
Emerson Purple long-sleeved skier top by Tea, $24.50 | Pink w/silver striped leggings by Tea, $24.50
Brooke X-hatch thermal long-sleeved top by Tea, $26.50 | Black jeggings by 7 for All Mankind, $88
Available at Cotton Tails
SCENE TWO: It’s time to celebrate with a grand party. Clara meets the Nutcracker and plays with her marionette.
Emerson Adena party dress in red, $45
Bailey Lulu cranberry plaid dress, $50
Brooke Melody navy with peacock, $58
Available at Monsoon
Caleb Purple houndstooth dress shirt, $36 | Navy windowpane dress slacks, $59
Maggie Rose dress, $129 | Rose tights, $12.99 | Silk rose headband, $16
Caleb Reindeer red vest, $30.99 | Black dress pants, $39
Available at Janie and Jack
SCENE THREE: Afterwards, the children are ready for bed. But not before hanging up their stockings.
Caleb Nutcracker pajamas by Ishtex-Gabiano, $54
Bailey Clara Nutcracker nightgown by Ishtex-Gabiano, $48
Available at Cotton Tails
SCENE FOUR: Once tucked in, their dreams swirl. The girls become part of a scene as angels watch and Clara’s Nutcracker comes to life.
Brooke Cordella oyster party dress, $96
Emerson Tatania pale green party dress, $96
Bailey Estelle gold party dress, $84
Available at Monsoon
SCENE FIVE: But was it just a dream? One thing is certain; no one will forget their magical time at the mansion.
Henry Navy fox sweater, $55 | Charlie bark tan pants, $34
Bailey Ivory hedgehog top, $28 | Annalise blue floral leggings, $18
Emerson Dora purple patterned skirt, $38 | Rubble fushia sweater, $35
Available at Monsoon
Production Credits: Produced by Marci Lambert and Jane SchneiderSet design by Liz Butler
Talent: Thanks to the ballet dancers from Roudnev Youth Ballet, Dmitri Roudnev, director.Clara: Bizzy WalkerFritz: Andrei RoudnevNutcracker: Steven Prince TateMarionette: Chloe YoungMouse: Lily CloudAngels: Ella Chipley, Lily Cloud, Audrey Lambert, Audrey Mirth
Thanks to our fashion models: Emerson Baer, Henry Chipley, Brooke Jackson, Caleb Langston, Bailey Thornten, Maggie Tidwell
Clothing provided by: Janie and Jack and Monsoon (Saddlecreek in Germantown), and Cotton Tails (Laurelwood, East Memphis).
Location provided by: Annesdale Mansion (annesdalemansion.com). Available for weddings and events.
Don’t forget to catch Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. Roudnev Youth Ballet offers a traditional interpretation of this holiday classic. At the Buckman Arts Center, St. Mary’s School.
Date: December 13 & 14, 2 p.m. $25-$35. Tickets at BalletRussian.org or call (773) 510-4410.