Fernand Nault's Nutcracker is as familiar as Christmas at Place des Arts

As Fernand Nault’s ever-popular production of The Nutcracker rolls around again for Christmas, we take a look at five aspects of the seasonal treat first performed at Place des Arts in 1965.
Who was Fernand Nault?
Born in Montreal in 1920, Nault’s first ambition was to become a priest. After dropping this idea and turning to dance, he studied in Montreal, London, France and New York, where he joined the American Ballet Theatre. After 20 years with that company, he was coaxed back to