18 December 2012

Volkswagen supports 'The Nutcracker' ballet

Volkswagen Ireland is supporting Monica Loughaman's production of 'The Nutcrtacker' which will run in the Convention Centre on this Friday 21 and Saturday 22 December.

'The Nutcracker' is a magical Christmas story which brings a little girl's dreams to life.

Volkswagen CEO Simon Elliott says it is 'a real pleasure to be supporting the arts while helping Ireland to develop as an international hub of professional ballet training'.

Monica Loughman Ballet is Ireland's most successful ballet company and is known and respected internationally. The company recently established the new International Full Time Academy of Russian Ballet with funding from Fingal County Enterprise Board. The academy will bring talent to Ireland as well as develop the most talented ballet dancers from within the country.

Volkswagen will be showcasing a number of vehicles at 'The Nutcracker' performances in the Convention Centre, including the new Golf and the 21st Century Beetle, donning special custom made tutus for the occasion!

Pictured at the launch of the production are: Derbhla Mitchell, Monica Loughman, Orlaith McDonagh and Leanne Sexton.