The Conservatory 2023 Christmas arrangement at Bellagio titled Land of Sweets, is based on the original stage production set from The Nutcracker's 1892 world premiere performance at the Marlinksy Theatre in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Entrance to The Conservatory is along a decorated walkway that leads through a 25-foot-tall diamond-and-peppermint-encrusted tiara-shaped gazebo. Along the path there are various colored poinsettias and four oversized cupcakes. A large bejeweled crystal chandelier hanging over the gazebo, which is designed to create a sense of timeless elegance and opulence.
A placard near the entrance states: "Step into Land of Sweets, a delectable dreamworld that showcases a visual feast of vibrant colors, glowing lights and sparkling adornments. As you stroll through the walkway, imagine The Nutcracker's joyous celebration scene featuring captivating performances such as the 'Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy' and the 'Waltz of the Flowers.'"
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Located in the North Bed is the mighty Mouse King, made from various botanical materials. Clara, clutching her nutcracker doll, has fallen into a deep sleep and entered into a dream world that forms The Nutcracker story.
Throughout the Conservatory are 40 evergreen trees illuminated with more than 125,000 lights. The use evergreens during the holiday season dates back to ancient Egypt and Rome.
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The large tree in the center of the west bed is over 50-feet tall and 18-feet at the base. Circulating around the base of the tree is the Peppermint Express Train with a camera mounted on the front of the train engine. The train's journey around the tree is projects on several nearby monitors.
On one end of the display is a 30-foot tall Nutcracker soldier that stands guard over the exhibit to protect it from the wicked Mouse King and his army. On the other end of the exhibit is a 20-foot tall ballerina, which "represents the mesmerizing poise, precision and artistry of The Nutcracker Baller."
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A walkway on the back side of the display allows visitors to have a closer look at the tree ornaments and the Peppermint Express Train. The tree is surrounded with poinsettia plants, which are symbolic of love, hope, and prosperity.
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This picture was made entirely with fresh flowers.
In the south bed, a 20-foot tall Mother Ginger holds a toy Mouse King in her right hand while one of her playful Polichinelles emerges from her hoop skirt to dance and play.
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The hotel lobby is elaborately decorated with holiday trees and ornaments.
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