The Nutcracker: Salzburg Marionette Theatre: From Austria with love, these marionettes have delighted children since 1913 worldwide. This original production features live actors with their marionette “friends,” bringing the famous holiday tale of The Nutcracker to sparkling life while set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved music. The famed artistic perfection comes from attention to detail and the precision used to create the costumes and stage design.