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Welcome to the Official Digital Program for
​Le Croix Academy's Production of Clara's Dream 2025!
 

On this page you will find the story summary, production order, and other important tidbits! 
We hope you enjoy the show!

Clara's Dream Story Summary:

Clara is the guardian of the Golden Nutcracker, a magical object that gives the Land of the Sweets it's oh-so-sweet powers. But little does Clara know the Rat King is determined to make the Golden Nutcracker the crowning jewel of his beloved collection of shiny things. His evil plan requires the head of his Rat Army - the Spy Rat - to steal the Golden Nutcracker. But will they succeed? Will the Spy Rat make it through the forest to the Land of the Sweets and successfully accomplish her mission? Or will Clara and her Soldier Army prevail and protect the Golden Nutcracker from the claws of the Rat King?

Or.... Was this all a dream?


Digital Program:

ACT I
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1. Clara and the Golden Nutcracker – Opening Scene
Performers:
Andrea Brand as Clara
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
2. Soldier Army
Performers:

Alecia Francois, Alexa Francois, Mary Ellen Gustainis, Sam McCoy, Heather Owens, Tanya Price as Soldiers 
Choreographer: Emily Lacey

3. The Rat King Duet
Performers:
Caleb McCoy as the Rat King
Isabella Martinez as the Spy Rat

Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
4. Rat Army
Performers:

Isabella Martinez as the Spy Rat
Sam McCoy as the Sergeant Rat

Skylar Cooper, Violet Frokedal, Sloan Huth, Katherine Inman, Hannah McCoy, Kiara Shakes as Rats
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
5. Forest Grove
Fairy Performers:
Allie Nelsen as the Fairy Queen 

Sloan Huth, Hannah McCoy, Kiara Shakes, Julianna Vazquez as the Fairy Corps
Choreographer: Breanne Horne

Pixie Performers:
Tiny Tots: Olivia Dukes, Jayla Hernandez, Jade Huth, Everleigh Kavanaugh, Abigail McCoy, Willow McLoughlin, Kataleya Vargas as Pixies
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
6. Forest Mountaintop
Snow Performers: 
Valentina Guerrero as Snow Queen
Caleb McCoy as Snow King

Alexa Francois, Violet Frokedal, Katherine Inman, Bella Palteng as Snow Corps
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
7. Forest Flowers

Flower Performers:
Alecia Francois as Flower Queen
Andrea Brand, Skylar Cooper, Isabella Martinez, Julianna Vazquez as the Flower Corps
Choreographer: Emily Lacey

Dew Drop Performers:
Tiny Tots: Olivia Dukes, Jayla Hernandez, Jade Huth, Everleigh Kavanaugh, Abigail McCoy, Willow McLoughlin, Kataleya Vargas as Dew Drops
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
8. Welcome to The Land of the Sweets
Performers:

Andrea Brand as Clara
Isabella Martinez as the Spy Rat
Alexa Francois as a Soldier
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
INTERMISSION (15 MINUTES) – Enjoy some concessions! (Concession proceeds benefit the L.C.A. Scholarship Fund)
  
ACT II
 
9. Marzipan Icing
Performers:

Isabella Martinez, Alexa Francois, Violet Frokedal, Julianna Vazquez as Marzipan Icing
Choreographer: Emily Lacey & Daphne Oliver
 
10. Hot Chocolate

Performers:
Alecia Francois as Hot Chocolate
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
11. Tea

Performers:
Allie Nelsen and Valentina Guerrero as Tea
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
12. Coffee

Performers:
Bella Palteng as Coffee
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
13. Candy Canes 

Performers:
Sam McCoy as Candy Cane King
Andrea Brand and Valentina Guerrero as Candy Cane Corps

Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
14. Sugar Plum

Performers:
Allie Nelsen as the Sugar Plum Fairy
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
15. The Discovery

Performers:
Andrea Brand as Clara
Isabella Martinez as the Spy Rat
Alexa Francois and Sam McCoy as Soldiers

Choreographer: Emily Lacey 
 
16. The Empty Handed Return

Performers:
Caleb McCoy as the Rat King
Isabella Martinez as the Spy Rat

Choreographer: Emily Lacey & Daphne Oliver
 
17. The Battle

Performers:
Andrea Brand as Clara
Caleb McCoy as the Rat King
Isabella Martinez as the Spy Rat

Alecia Francois, Alexa Francois, Mary Ellen Gustainis, Sam McCoy, Heather Owens, Tanya Price as the Soldier Army
Skylar Cooper, Violet Frokedal, Sloan Huth, Katherine Inman, Hannah McCoy, Kiara Shakes as the Rat Army
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
18. The Party

Performers:
Andrea Brand as Clara
Alecia Francois, Alexa Francois, Mary Ellen Gustainis, Sam McCoy, Heather Owens, Tanya Price as the Soldier Army
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
19. The Dream - Closing Scene

Performers:
Andrea Brand as Clara
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
20. Finale & Bows
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Performers:

Entire Cast
Choreographer: Emily Lacey
 
Thank you all so much for coming out and showing your support!
​
We hope you enjoyed the show!!

 
Credits:
 
Producer & Director: Emily Lacey

Prop Designer: Xio "Whitney" Glick
 
Stage Crew: Emily Lacey (Stage Manager), Christopher Ball Jr. (Assistant Stage Manager), Matt Walega (Tech Lead)
 
A HUGE thank you to:
 
The Joy Theater for being the gracious hosts of our Clara's Dream 2025 Production.

All of our dancers, performers, family members, instructors, and staff! Especially Ms. Patty ;)
 
It truly takes a village and we are so grateful for you all!!
 

Important Tidbits:

We are accepting donations for Toys for Tots at the theatre today and then at the Academy until December 12!

​In honor of our upcoming December Leadership Principle (Community Service) let’s make sure every child gets to enjoy a Christmas gift just for them :)

~ Items needed for Toys for Tots ~

- New Only -

Everything is needed but especially:
1. Stocking stuffers
2. Baby board books
3. Winter hats and/or gloves
4. Toys for all ages - especially girls 8-12 yr old and babies 0-3 years old
​
Thank you so much in advance for modeling good community service by helping bring Christmas to every child!!

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Classes at the Academy resume after the week of Thanksgiving on Monday, December 1, 2025!

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The Academy will be closed for Winter Break from December 15, 2025 to January 2, 2026.

Classes will resume on January 5, 2026.

We wish you all very Happy Holidays!!

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Are you or someone you know interested in our classes? With programs for ages 18 mos to adult there is truly something for everyone. CLICK HERE to book your Introductory Class today!

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