Photos by Bart Lentini
For 37 years, The Performing Arts Ensemble has gathered together young dancers and children chosen by audition to put on a large-cast, fully staged production of “The Nutcracker” with professional scenery, elaborate costumes and special effects. The Ensemble, under the direction of Evelyn Gardell, held a dress rehearsal and performance Sunday, Nov. 18 at the Algonquin Theatre in Manasquan. On Saturday, Nov. 24, the troupe will perform at the Middletown Arts Center at 2 p.m. Ticket info at paenj.org.
This article was first published in the Nov. 22-27, 2018 print edition of The Two River Times.
