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Ron Cunningham is a pivotal figure in American ballet, best known for shaping The Nutcracker into a beloved Sacramento tradition and for his decades of leadership and artistic vision. As co-director of the Sacramento Ballet from 1988 to 2018, Cunningham helped elevate the company to national recognition and fostered hundreds of local children into the world of performance through The Nutcracker. His career also includes a transformative stint as artistic director of the Boston Ballet, where he guided the company for 13 years starting in 1972. This page highlights his biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information, reflecting his enduring influence on contemporary ballet.