Dance Centre Kenya (DCK) Artistic Director Cooper Rust (2nd L) and junior company members hold flowers to deliver on stage following the final act and conclusion of The Nutcracker at the Kenya National Theatre in Nairobi on December 7, 2024. The Nutcracker is a beloved Christmas ballet, first performed in 1892, with music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Known for its enchanting score and festive themes, it has become a holiday tradition worldwide. (Photo by Luis TATO / AFP)