Manasquan, NJ - Due to popular demand, the famous Moscow Classical Ballet will be returning to Algonquin Arts this November to perform The Nutcracker on November 27th at 7 pm and the 28th at 2 pm and 6 pm. Host families are needed to share their time and their homes with the professional Russian dancers from this troupe. This is a once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity for Central NJ residents to take part in a culturally enriching experience during the holiday season.

The dancers will arrive on Wednesday, November 25th and will depart on Sunday, November 29th. Responsibilities of the host families will include providing transportation to and from the theatre, accommodations and meals, including Thanksgiving dinner.

Those interested in learning more about this opportunity, can contact Lisa Fardella, Director of Operations, at 732-528-9211 or email lisa@algonquinarts.org. Algonquin Arts greatly appreciates the hospitality and generosity of host families, and as a thank you, is offering host families up to four free tickets to see The Nutcracker.

To purchase tickets to The Nutcracker or obtain more information, contact the box office at 732-528-9211 or boxoffice@algonquinarts.org. Tickets can also be purchased 24/7 at the Algonquin Arts website, www.algonquinarts.org. Box office hours are Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. Algonquin Arts is located at 173 Main Street in downtown Manasquan, NJ.

lgonquin Arts was founded in 1992 as a nonprofit organization to provide cultural enrichment and educational enhancement of the highest quality for the residents of New Jersey’s central region. Programming of Algonquin Arts is made possible as a result of the continued philanthropic support of private citizens and organizations such as New Jersey State Council on the Arts, OceanFirst Foundation, PNC Foundation, Manasquan Savings Bank, Woman’s Club of Brielle, Investors Savings Bank Charitable Fund, Verizon Foundation, Janice Blanton Plangere & Jules Plangere III, as well as many generous individuals and local businesses.