WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- Dozens of students from R.J. Reynolds and other area high schools got to dance in the Moscow Ballet's Nutcracker performance Monday night.

• The Moscow Ballet brings international Russian ballets to stages across the U.S. while providing opportunities for fine arts students
• At least 50 students dancers from the Winston-Salem area got to share the stage
• Open auditions were held for all Winston-Salem student dancers at the beginning of the school year

The Moscow Ballet brings international Russian ballets to stages across the U.S. while providing opportunities for fine arts students in local communities.

At least 50 students dancers from the Winston-Salem area got to share the stage with the world renowned ballerinas.

"It's a little bit intimidating to be quite honest, but it's such a great experience and an amazing opportunity," said R.J. Reynolds senior Olivia Wright. "It looks great for the future and for college applications."

Open auditions were held for all Winston-Salem student dancers at the beginning of the school year.

Students from R.J. Reynolds High School, Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy, Glenn High School, and others performed in the ballet.