On performance day Olivia wakes up, and her mom makes her a special breakfast. Then she takes a hot shower or bath to warm up the muscles for the show. After that Olivia takes out the barre in the house and starts stretching. Once she is finished stretching she does her makeup and hair while she listens to music. Then she heads to the Heymann Center about three hours before the show starts.  When Olivia gets there she has class on the stage, and then they run the dance with the principal dancers. After this she goes into the dressing room to touch up makeup and do a little more stretching and icing. The show starts with her performance, and then she remembers to watch her friends while she’s backstage. After the show she gets pictures with all of the cast, especially the professionals. Then she eats out with her friends and family who came to watch the show. Once she gets home she gets a good night sleep for the performance the next day

How many hours do you practice during the week: 14 hours a week

What is your favorite moment in The Nutcracker: When the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker do their lifts during the snow scene.

Something someone can look forward to when going to see The Nutcracker: Being able to go along Clara’s journey as she enters into a magical world.

When is the show: December 9th at 7pm and December 10th at 2pm

What has been the best moment during this time: When we finally get to do a dress rehearsal with all of the costumes and props.