Sarasota Cuban Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at the Sarasota Opera House on Friday. That performance will feature classic choreography and the beauty of Tchaikovsky’s score. But as Administrative Director Barbara Worth explains, there’s more to this production.

“What's special is that we have gorgeous sets and costumes that were designed by a legendary theater designer,” Worth noted. “He chooses not to be publicized, but he's a legendary theater designer who has designed a number of pieces for Broadway and other theaters. So, it was created specifically for us, and it really makes the performance special.”

As it turns out, that designer is Steve Rubin. His scenic and costume design for “On Golden Pond” in 1979 garnered two Drama Desk Award nominations.

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