Nutcracker in Toronto

Nothing about getting older this time, just feeling like a child again!
I decided to head along to Canadian National Ballet's Nutcracker in the Four Seasons Centre today.  I went to the 1pm matinée perfomance thinking that it would give me the evening free just in case any exciting opportunities came my way!
I know the Four Seasons Centre has come under attack from some people as an architectural disaster, but I really like it.  I think the shape of the building fits its location and I love the wall of windows facing University Avenue.  My seat was in the second cheapest section in ring 4.  It was easy to find my way to the ring and I was pleasantly surprised by the view.  The rings are built vertically so you're not trying to crane around somebody's head to see the stage.  I think ring 5 might be a bit toooo high though-they were almost on the ceiling.
The performance was wonderful and full of fun.  All the dancers were excellent but I was particularly impressed by the little boy who had the part of Misha-Siphe November.  He was so endearing and energetic.  A joy to watch!
I had fond memories of my poor dad having to be the one bringing me to the ballet when I was younger (and a lot thinner).  We didn't get to see performances which were quite so spectacular though!  I loved every minute.  Plenty of children there who were quite as little mice.  It was the adults who were misbehaving and talking.  A nice touch is story time for the kids 45 mins before it starts and autograph signing by some of the cast members at the interval.

Definitely definitely recommended!