This was Ricky's second production of The Nutcracker with Holly Hynes. As the assistant costume designer, Ricky bid and budgeted the entire ballet. Additional, Ricky was the New York swatcher and main shopper. He was in charge of weekly petty cash and receipts with the Charlotte Costume Shop. He also coordinated with the Charlotte Costume Shop and the 14 other shops from 8 different states for fittings and delivery of the over 225 costumes and hats.

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