World Premiere of "The Nutcracker" by Edward Clug with Friedemann Vogel in the titular role

Friedemann Vogel makes his debut as the Nutcracker in Edward Clug’s interpretation of this Christmas ballet classic with costume and set design by the legendary Jürgen Rose on 25 November at the Stuttgart Ballet.

Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes: The Making of Edward Clug's "The Nutcracker"

Friedemann Vogel and Elisa Badenes rehearsing their roles of the Nutcracker and Clara with choreographer Edward Clug ©Stuttgart Ballet

Elisa Badenes as Clara with Friedemann Vogel as her Nussknacker and Jason Reilly as Mr Drosselmeier ©Stuttgart Ballet

Friedemann Vogel as the Nutcracker Prince/Mr Grosselmeier’s Nephew with Elisa Badenes as Clara ©Stuttgart Ballet