Alberta Ballet cancels remaining 'The Nutcracker' performances

Alberta Ballet announced on Thursday it was cancelling its remaining performances of The Nutcracker. There were two more performances of the ballet scheduled for tonight and tomorrow.  "We believe this is the best course of action for the health and safety of our dancers and everyone working backstage," Alberta Ballet said in a statement. "We know these developments are deeply disappointing for the families who were looking forward to these last two performances. We