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Keen Dance Theatre Presents ‘The Brown Sugar Dream’: A Reimagined Nutcracker with an Urban Twist (multiple shows)

Event Name:
The Brown Sugar Dream: A Reimagined Nutcracker with an Urban Twist
Event Date:
Dec 4 – 7, 2025
Website / Ticket Link:
Location:
Russell Theater
Event Host:
Keen Dance Theater
Event Description / Other Info:
Keen Dance Theatre Presents ‘The Brown Sugar Dream’: A Reimagined Nutcracker with an Urban Twist
LOUISVILLE, KY – Keen Dance Theatre is proud to announce its new production, “The Brown Sugar Dream,” a creative and urban re-imagining of the classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker.
This exciting new show is set to debut at The Russell Theater at New Directions this December.
“The Brown Sugar Dream” takes the timeless story of The Nutcracker and infuses it with a modern, urban aesthetic, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved tale.
The production promises to be a vibrant and engaging experience for audiences of all ages, blending traditional dance with contemporary styles.
Performance Dates and Times:
- Wednesday, December 4th: 7:30 PM
- Thursday, December 5th: 7:30 PM
- Friday, December 6th: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
- Saturday, December 7th: 4:00 PM
The show will be held at The Russell Theater at New Directions, located at 516 S 17th St, Louisville, KY 40203
Ticket information will be announced soon. The show is sponsored by Faith WORKS Performing Arts.
About Keen Dance Theatre:
Keen Dance Theatre, based in Louisville, KY, is known for its storytelling through dance, blending modern dance with ballet and African influences.
The company focuses on creating productions that are more than just movement, but are narratives drawn from personal experience


