Eleven-year-old Kennedy Canfield of Antrim, who attends Great Brook Middle School will play Clara in this year’s Palace Theatre production of “The Nutcracker” in seven performances from Nov. 16 to 19.
She will also perform the role of Chinese Soloist.
Kennedy has been dancing for 10 years and has trained with Southern New Hampshire Dance Theater for the past three years. She has also received training at Eastern Ballet Institute, New Hampshire School of Ballet and CD&G.
“Performing in ‘The Nutcracker’ has always been one of my favorite things to do around the holidays,” she stated. “I am so excited for the chance to perform the role of Clara, a role I have dreamed of dancing most of my life. I am beyond grateful for this opportunity and will cherish all the moments.
The Palace Theatre is at 80 Hanover St. in Mancheser. For show times and ticket information, call the box office at 603-668-5588 or visit palacetheatre.org.