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50+ Nutcracker Performances in Southern California (2023)

Get discount tickets to over 50+ Nutcracker Performances in Southern California including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Riverside and San Bernardino.

Do you remember when you were a child and your parents took you to see the world famous Nutcracker for the first time?  I do.  I was approximately 8 or 9 years old when my mother took me.  I remember getting dressed up in my Christmas best and wearing my little pretty black suede shoes.  Everyone in the theater was dressed to the hilt and so prim and proper.

A few years ago, I took Field Trip Boy and Field Trip Girl to see their first performance of the Nutcracker at the Huntington Beach Central Library.  It was specifically tailored for children.  Field Trip Girl especially enjoyed the ballet and was enamored with the enchanting music, beautiful costumes and meeting the cast afterwards.

Get discount tickets to over 50+ Nutcracker Performances in Southern California including in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Riverside and San Bernardino.

In 2021, the essential holiday tradition continues!  Join Clara and her beloved Nutcracker as she travels to the Land of Snow, and to the Palace of the Dolls where all of her favorite doll companions come to life.  There are over 50+ Nutcracker Performances in Southern California this holiday season.  Dates and tickets prices vary.  Please see the complete list below for details.

When are the Nutcracker Performances in Los Angeles?

The Nutcracker, La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts, La Mirada (Dec. 23)

Santa Barbara’s acclaimed State Street Ballet returns to La Mirada with the enchanting holiday favorite, The Nutcracker. With its opulent sets and costumes, and brilliant comedic moments, the beloved tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince continues to delight audiences of all ages.

Los Angeles Ballet @ Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Pasadena (Dec. 1-3)

Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker is the city’s own holiday tradition, perfect for celebrating the season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, you will be captivated as Clara and her beloved Nutcracker battle a most memorable Mouse King, encounter dancing Snowflakes and travel to the Palace of the Dolls.

Los Angeles Ballet @ Royce Hall, ULCA, Los Angeles (Dec. 8-9)

Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker is the city’s own holiday tradition, perfect for celebrating the season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, you will be captivated as Clara and her beloved Nutcracker battle a most memorable Mouse King, encounter dancing Snowflakes and travel to the Palace of the Dolls.

Los Angeles Ballet @ Redondo Beach PAC, Redondo Beach (Dec. 15-17)

Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker is the city’s own holiday tradition, perfect for celebrating the season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, you will be captivated as Clara and her beloved Nutcracker battle a most memorable Mouse King, encounter dancing Snowflakes and travel to the Palace of the Dolls.

Los Angeles Ballet @ Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles (Dec. 21-24, 26)

Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker is the city’s own holiday tradition, perfect for celebrating the season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, you will be captivated as Clara and her beloved Nutcracker battle a most memorable Mouse King, encounter dancing Snowflakes and travel to the Palace of the Dolls.

Dance Creations @ Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center, Camarillo (Dec. 9-10)

Dance Creations present The Nutcracker, an 1892 two-act ballet, originally choreographed by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov with score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.  The libretto is adapted from E. T. A. Hoffmann’s story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King”.

Degas Dance Studio @ Alex Theatre, Glendale (Nov. 26)

Bring your whole family to share and enjoy this wonderful holiday tradition with a family friendly full ballet production. Featuring Music by Tchaikovsky, professional as well as pre-professional and student performers, beautiful costumes and magical digital backdrops.

The Red Chair Children’s Production Company @ Alex Theatre, Glendale (Dec. 8-10)

The Red Chair’s energetic rendition of this holiday classic features young artists, ages 5 to 18, in principal and supporting roles along with adults. A cast of over 100 will bring to life the enchanting storybook tale of a young girl’s magical Christmas Eve that takes her, and the audience, on a delightful and exciting journey.  Designed to captivate the youngest audience member with its lavish sets and glittering costumes to the oldest with its quality ballet production, Red Chair’s Nutcracker is truly the magical way for all ages to start the holidays!

Antelope Valley Ballet @ Lancaster Performing Arts Center, Lancaster (Dec. 9-10)

Travel with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they conquer a ferocious army of rats, travel through a magical snow storm, and arrive at an enchanted castle made of confections. Tchaikovsky’s musical masterpiece celebrates the joy of the season in this classic Christmas story. Celebrate the annual holiday tradition of the world’s most popular ballet with the Antelope Valley Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker.

Long Beach Ballet @ Long Beach Terrace Theater, Long Beach (Dec. 16-17, 22-23)

This stunning version of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet by artistic director David Wilcox has been a Southern Californian holiday favorite for over 30 years years. Accompanied by full symphony orchestra, the Long Beach Nutcracker also boasts sparkling sets and costumes, a cast of over 200, dazzling pyrotechnics and magic effects — along with a special appearance by Rebel, Long Beach Ballet’s gorgeous white Arabian horse. The Los Angeles Times calls Long Beach Ballet’s The Nutcracker “opulent, family-oriented holiday entertainment,” and The Huffington Post raves that it “enchants children and their parents with spectacle and awe.”

Marat Daukayev Ballet Theatre @ The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA, Los Angeles (Dec. 8-10)

The Marat Daukayev Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker features dancers whose artistry and poise belie their young ages. This full-length ballet complete with battling mice and soldiers, an enchanting snowy forest, and Tchaikovsky’s beloved score is an audience favorite.  With more than 150 dancers and 500 costumes, acclaimed former Kirov ballet star Marat Daukayev dances the role of Drosselmeyer alongside his amazingly accomplished students in this iconic and magically festive holiday classic.

Peninsula School of The Performing Arts @ Palos Verdes Estates (Nov. 17-19)

Start your holiday season with the annual production of “The Nutcracker”, presented by Peninsula School of Performing Arts.   A beautiful blend of professionals, pre-professionals, adults and young dancers come together to delight audiences of all ages with this rich rendition of the classical ballet.

World renowned performer Alexander Kalinin, as Herr Drosselmeier, weaves an enchanted story through the dreams of a young girl, Clara, and her Nutcracker.  Her travels take her to the Battle of the Nutcracker and the Mouse King then to the Land of Snow, and on to the Kingdom of the Sweets, where Clara is greeted by the ever so beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy and her court.

Palos Verdes Ballet @ Palos Verdes Performing Arts, Rolling Hills Estates (Dec. 2-3)

Discover the joy of the holiday season with this spectacular production of The Nutcracker; the story of a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets in a fantastic dream with battling mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the delightful Sugar Plum Fairy.

Pasadena Dance Theatre, San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, Pasadena (Dec. 16-17 & 22-23)

Each year Pasadena Dance Theatre presents The Nutcracker at the Historic San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. More than 80 dancers magically bring to life Clara’s Christmas Eve dream of a dashing Nutcracker Prince, a devious Mouse King and an ethereal Sugar Plum Fairy. PDT Artistic Director Cynthia Young’s choreography to Tchaikovsky’s memorable musical score dazzles audiences of all ages.

San Pedro City Ballet @ Warner Grand Theater, San Pedro (Dec. 8-10)

San Pedro City Ballet, home of American Ballet Theatre superstar Misty Copeland, presents its annual production of The Nutcracker, with artistic direction by Cynthia and David Patrick Bradley.  Join Clara on a dreamlike journey with a dancing Nutcracker, mischievous mice, sparkling snowflakes, and a magical Christmas tree.

Santa Clarita Ballet @ The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, Santa Clarita (Dec. 16-17)

Join us for the Annual Santa Clarita Ballet production of the Nutcracker!  Filled with vibrant colors, dazzling stage design, and touches of humor, The Nutcracker Ballet is the perfect way to ignite your holiday spirit and be swept away by some of the most accomplished young dancers in the Santa Clarita Valley.

Westside Ballet @ SMC Performing Arts Center, Santa Monica (Nov. 25-26 & Dec. 2-3)

For 50 years, audiences have thrilled to Westside Ballet’s lavish productions of The Nutcracker.  From the moment the lights dim, you’ll be transported with Clara to a magical world filled with a Christmas tree that grows to the ceiling, menacing mice, a dashing prince who takes her through the land of the dancing snowflakes replete with falling snow led by the shimmering Snow Queen.

As the curtain rises on the second act, angels in clouds welcome Clara and her Prince to the Land of the Sweets where she meets the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy. Clara is entertained by Spanish chocolate, Arabian coffee, Peppermints, Chinese tea, marzipan Mirlitons and more as they each dance for her.  Small Polichinelles pop out from underneath Mother Ginger’s giant skirt and flowers waltz around the delicate Dew Drop Fairy before the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier dance for Clara and send her off.

Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” and the Marius Petipa classic, this is the complete, traditional ballet, from the Victorian-style party scene to the glittering Sugar Plum Fairy.

Pacific Festival Ballet @ Bank of America Performing Arts Center Thousand Oaks, Thousand Oaks (Dec. 16-17)

Complete with opulent sets and costumes along with dazzling choreography for a mega-cast including Kalinin Russian Dance Troupe.  This Nutcracker season promises visions of sugar plums and a 100% chance of snowfall on the audience!

Moorpark Civic Ballet @ Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks (Dec. 9)

Discover the joy of the holiday season with this spectacular production of The Nutcracker; the story of a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets in a fantastic dream with battling mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the delightful Sugar Plum Fairy.

Ballet California @ The El Camino College Center for the Arts, Torrance (Dec. 16-17)

The nationally-recognized South Bay Ballet delivers a holiday treat with their creative, accessible interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s classic, now back at the El Camino College Center for the Arts’ Marsee Auditorium in Torrance for the 15th season in a row. Grandmother Clara tells the story of a young girl on Christmas Eve, whose dream of becoming a ballerina takes her on exciting adventures with her Nutcracker Prince, from an epic battle with the Rat King to the Sugar Plum Fairy’s magical Kingdom of Sweets.

When are the Nutcracker Performances in Orange County?

Anaheim Ballet @ The City National Grove of Anaheim, Anaheim (Nov. 27)

The Anaheim Ballet gets the holiday season off to a sparkling start with its annual production of Tchaikovsky’s timeless dance, with live accompaniment by Symphony Irvine. From towering Christmas trees to menacing mice and more, this version of the quintessential family favorite is always updated to bring fresh thrills to audiences at the City National Grove of Anaheim, who can’t help but get wrapped up in the magical story of young Clara. She dreams that her new toy nutcracker soldier has come to life, and together they experience a fantastical adventure that leads them through an epic battle with the Mouse King to reach the Sugar Plum Fairy’s magical Kingdom of Sweets.

Nutcracker for Kids @ The Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa (Dec. 4)

Visions of sugarplums and beautiful ballerinas will dance in your head after seeing Tchaikovsky’s delightful Christmas ballet, performed in a condensed 45-minute version created just for kids. This annual favorite finishes with a grand finale sing-along and a jolly visit from Santa himself!   They have two shows, 10:00 & 11:30 am.

American Ballet Theater @ The Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa (Dec. 11-12 & 15-19)

“This Nutcracker is cracking good!” raved the New York Post when American Ballet Theatre premiered this delectable holiday favorite. As the lights dim and Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score fills the air, young Clara enters a dreamlike journey amid magical toy soldiers, mischievous mice, sparkling snowflakes and a glittering Christmas tree! With an impressive cast of more than 100 performers, ABT’s The Nutcracker features set and costumes by Richard Hudson (Tony Award winner, The Lion King), with choreography by ABT Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky. The Orange County Register praised it as a “… colorful, cinematic creation filled with spectacle, humor and eye-popping costumes.”

Ballet Etudes @ Huntington Beach High School Theater, Huntington Beach (Dec. 2-3, 10)

Discover the joy of the holiday season with this spectacular production of The Nutcracker; the story of a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets in a fantastic dream with battling mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the delightful Sugar Plum Fairy.

Ballet Repertoire Theatre @ Golden West College Mainstage Theater, Huntington Beach (Dec. 9-24)

Orange County Dance Center’s pre-professional ballet company, Ballet Repertory Theatre (BRT), presents its annual production of The Nutcracker Ballet.  Performed in its original, full-length version, this delightful holiday classic has become the longest-running production of its kind in Orange County.  Please call the ballet company for specific dates and times and ticketing information.

Coast City Ballet @ Huntington Beach Historic Theater, Huntington Beach (Dec. 15-17)

Experience the magic of dance at Coast City Ballet’s annual production of this famed holiday favorite featuring students, company members and guests artists from throughout California, with dazzling sets, colorful costumes and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. Choreographed and directed by Clara D’Autilia, this glittering tale follows young Clara, who receives the gift of a nutcracker at a festive family Christmas party. That night she dreams of a grand adventure that begins with a handsome prince, continues with an epic battle between mice and toys, and comes to a climax with a magical journey to the Land of Sweets where Clara meets the Sugar Plum Fairy and dancers from foreign lands.

Festival Ballet @ The Irvine Barclay Theatre, Irvine (Dec. 9-10, 16-17, 21-24)

Create holiday memories for your family by sharing the magic of The Nutcracker.  Festival Ballet Theatre’s family-friendly breathtaking production features superb colorful scenery and dazzling costumes, which make this age-old tradition sparkle like new. Be swept away by Tchaikovsky’s iconic score as the Sugar Plum Fairy, our heroine Clara, and a cast of hundreds take you on a magical journey to mystical lands. This full-length traditional production is choreographed and directed by Festival Ballet Theatre’s Artistic Director, Salwa Rizkalla, and features world-renowned guest artists, FBT’s professional company dancers, and exceptional young talent from across the Southland.

Laguna Dance Theatre @ Capistrano Valley High School, Mission Viejo (Dec. 21-23)

The holiday tradition would not be complete without joining Clara and her Nutcracker prince to experience the enchanting Nutcracker Ballet presented by the Laguna Ballet in its eleventh season at Saddleback College.  Over 75 Orange County students come together each year, under the direction of Artistic Director Shery Gilbert, to present this full-length Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s most famous composition and the most popular ballet in the world.

Orange County Ballet Theater @ Northwood High School, Irvine (TBD)

Featuring all the favorites, including Marie, sugar plum fairies and toy soldiers, The Nutcracker is performed by Orange County Ballet Theater. This fully staged production of the beloved holiday classic is certain to enchant audiences of all ages. You’ll see magical effects, exhilarating choreography, award-winning dancers and lovely costumes. Orange County Ballet Theater is the official ballet company of Dmitri Kulev Classical Ballet Academy.

Tustin Dance Center @ The Downey Civic Theatre, Downey (Dec. 2-3)

Tustin Dance Center proudly presents its annual production of The Nutcracker Ballet featuring dozens of dancers of all ages. In this enchanting ballet, featuring the famous score by Tchaikovsky, a young girl has a very special Christmas. At a fun-filled family party with dancing, magic and dolls that come to life, Clara receives a special gift: a Nutcracker. That night she dreams of an epic battle between mice and toys, and a magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets, where Clara dances with her Prince and meets the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy.

Casa Nutcracker @ Casa Romantica Cultural Center, San Clemente (Dec. 7)

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with the Nutcracker ballet.  This event features choreography tailored to Casa Romantica performed by the Orange County Ballet Theater.  This event will sell out so be sure to purchase your tickets early!

When are the Nutcracker Performances in Riverside and San Bernardino?

The Ballet Studio & Norris Performing Arts Center @ Old Town Temecula Community Theater, Temecula (Dec. 15-17, 21-23)

Featured in the award-winning documentary film, “The Making of The Nutcracker” at the Temecula Valley International Film Festival, The Ballet Studio offers their renowned version of the most-performed ballet in the world. The enchanting tale of a girl’s first love, a Magician, a Rat King, a Nutcracker, and a Prince, set to Tchaikovsky’s classic score.  Experience the Magic in Clara-Marie’s journey of joy, happiness, fear, her first love and with that… excitement, trepidation and fantasy!

Recognized in the LA Times as one of the best to see in Southern California and rated one of the top in KIDS GUIDE MAGAZINE for Nutcrackers to take children to. This is the Perfect Holiday Outing for the whole family!

Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company @ The San Manuel Performing Arts Center at Aquinas High School, San Bernardino (Dec. 1-3)

The Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company hopes that, in some magical way, its annual production of Tchaikovsky’s ballet, The Nutcracker, has helped to fulfill the dreams of countless young dancers while forging a memorable bond with our mountain friends and supporters. Through the years we have witnessed a wonderful sense of pride and ownership from the community demonstrated by the eagerness of neighbors and family to volunteer assistance and to promote not only this holiday favorite but all of our outreach and learning endeavors. As each year passes, our commitment strengthens in its aim to awaken a vision in our young.

Inland Pacific Ballet @ Fox Performing Arts Center, Riverside (Dec. 22-23)

Discover the joy of the holiday season with this spectacular production of The Nutcracker; the story of a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets in a fantastic dream with battling mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the delightful Sugar Plum Fairy. Meet the cast after the performance for photos and autographs.

Inland Valley Classical Ballet Theatre @ Old Town Temecula Community Theater, Temecula (Nov. 24-26)

If you could imagine a little girl named Clara, a magical Nutcracker doll, a mysterious magician Drosselmayer, toss in an evil Rat Queen, fearless soldiers, beautiful snowflakes, a breath-taking Sugar Plum fairy and enough sparkling costumes that would make Liberace weep with envy…you are dreaming of the Nutcracker ballet!  Enhanced by Tchaikovsky’s rich score, distinctive choreography, dazzling performance this extravagant production is ideal for children and those of us who can still be carried away to a magnificent world of beauty. This holiday season is somehow unthinkable without it.

Inland Dance Theatre, California Theatre of the Performing Arts, San Bernardino (Dec. 8-10)

Lovers of ballet, lovers of the holidays and lovers of pure, thrilling spectacle flock each year to this classic holiday dance set to the music of Tchaikovsky. Filled with enchanted toys, mischievous mice and sugar plum fairies, the story of Clara and her magical Nutcracker Prince has enraptured generations of children and adults for more than 100 years. Inland Dance Theatre stages their annual production of The Nutcracker with an 80-member cast of amateur and professional dancers and actors from throughout Southern California. Create a new holiday tradition — or relive memories of holidays past — with Tchaikovsky’s immortal The Nutcracker at the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts in San Bernardino.

A Dancer’s Pointe @ Victor Valley College, Victorville (Dec. 1-2)

A Dancer’s Pointe proudly presents the annual production of The Nutcracker at Victor Valley College.

Yucaipa Dance, Glenn Wallichs Theater, University of Redlands, Redlands (Dec. 9-10)

Join Yucaipa Dance for the holidays as they present the Nutcracker at the Glenn Wallichs Theater at the University of Redlands in December.

Temecula Dance Company, Bob Burton Center, Fallbrook High School, Fallbrook (Dec. 2-3)

Enjoy the story of the Nutcracker as the Temecula Dance Company presents this festive ballet production at The Bob Burton Center in Fallbrook in December.

When are the Nutcracker Performances in Santa Barbara?

Santa Barbara Festival Ballet @ The Arlington, Santa Barbara (Dec. 9-10)

Over 3200 audience members join us during the holiday season, always the second weekend in December, to experience Nutcracker at the Arlington.  Year after year, we celebrate the wonder and wide-eyed excitement of families strolling through the lobby doors, with anticipation of watching Herr Drosselmeyer’s dolls come to life and the magical Christmas Tree growing up beyond the stage before them.

State Street Ballet @ The Granada Theatre, Santa Barbara (Dec. 16-17)

State Street Ballet brings this annual holiday favorite to the grandeur of The Granada Theatre. Featuring the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra, and the talented students of Gustafson Dance alongside our professional dancers, this is the perfect way to celebrate the magic of the holiday season. Through virtuosic dancing, opulent sets and costumes, and brilliant comedic moments, the beloved story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince always delights audiences of all ages. Three performances only!

When are the Nutcracker Performances in San Diego?

The City Ballet of San Diego @ California Center for the Arts, Escondido (Dec. 21-23)

The Nutcracker is the classic Victorian-era story of the adventures of Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, Herr Drosselmeyer and the Sugar Plum Fairy told through a magical theatrical experience to Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s famous score. Young and old alike will be captivated by Elizabeth Wistrich’s choreography, the exquisite costumes and grand sets. Let your childhood dreams return and inspire you to imagine a by gone time.

California Ballet Company @ San Diego Civic Theater, San Diego (TBD)

It wouldn’t be the holidays without The Nutcracker! Complete with enchanted toys, sparkling Christmas trees and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, this dazzling ballet is the perfect way to celebrate the season.  This production even features all-new costumes and sets — talk about an extra special holiday treat!   California Ballet presents Jared Nelson’s highly anticipated all-new Nutcracker at the Civic Theatre. With visionary choreography, sparkling new costumes and sets, and the polish of the San Diego Symphony, this new Nutcracker will light up the Civic stage for the first time this year.

Golden State Ballet, San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego (Dec. 15-17, 21-24)

Golden State Ballet presents The Nutcracker at the Civic Theatre, choreographed by Artistic Director Raul Salamanca! Dazzling scenery and costumes set the stage for beautiful choreography telling the beloved holiday tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince, all danced to live music from musicians of the renowned San Diego Symphony, playing Tchaikovsky’s classic score.

New West Ballet Theatre @ Poway Center for the Performing Arts, Poway (Nov. 24-26)

A party will be had, a battle will be fought, as for the snowflakes, there will be quite a lot!  Reindeers will prance, and candies will dance, beautiful flowers will waltz among the dew, and according to Clara, dreams do come true!

San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, Casa Del Prado Theater, San Diego (Dec. 8-10 & 15-17)

Take an extraordinary journey to the magical Land of the Sweets with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince at the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker.  Witness an epic battle between toy soldiers and mice before being whisked away to an enchanting land of falling snow, waltzing flowers, and the dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy!  Directed by Artistic Director Danika Pramik-Holdaway and set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, this classic holiday production is a beloved San Diego family tradition presented at the iconic Casa del Prado Theater.

Southern California Ballet @ Poway Center for the Performing Arts, Poway (Dec. 16-17)

The Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky is a holiday tradition that will never fade in excitement and entertainment! International award-winning dancers Martha Leebolt and Toby Batley, Artistic Directors of Southern California Ballet, return to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts for return of this stunning production of The Nutcracker.

The production features talented performers from Southern California Ballet’s company and academy alongside world-class guest artists. Southern California Ballet’s production continues to delight and bring that special holiday magic to the entire family.

Southern California Ballet’s outreach program makes their stunning and much-loved production of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker available at a heavily discounted rate for San Diego public, private and homeschool groups, along with individuals with special needs, and senior groups, offering special performances during the school day.

Happy Holiday Field Tripping!

Jilleen

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