The cast and crew of “The Nutcracker” ballet brought the holiday classic to life Dec. 12-17 at The Forum Theatre under the direction of Isabel Viala. Madalyn Stansbury played the role of Clara, with Gavin Frangenberg performing as the Nutcracker Prince and Snow King. Other lead roles included Ella Dacus as the Sugarplum Fairy, Silas Shackleford as Cavalier, Lizzie Lewallen as Snow Queen, Clare Kluttz as Rat Queen, Kevin Wells as Drosselmeyer and Elizabeth Fairhead as Mother Ginger.