The San Jose Nutcracker
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Dec 16, 7 pm, Dec 17, 2 & 7 pm and Dec 18, 2pm; also "My Very First Nutcracker" Sun, Dec 18, 11am
New Ballet, the institution that Silicon Valley looks to for excellence in the art of ballet, announces The San Jose Nutcracker, December 16-18 at the California Theatre.
The San Jose Nutcracker is a classical holiday ballet unique to the local community. Presented in partnership with History San Jose, it tells the well-loved story of Clara and the Nutcracker, while featuring historical references to the heritage that has made Santa Clara Valley a center of innovation. The New Ballet Orchestra, a professional orchestra led by New Ballet Conductor Thomas Shoebotham accompanies performances of The San Jose Nutcracker.
Choreography: Dalia Rawson, New Ballet's Director & Founder
Music: Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky
Also featuring My Very First Nutcracker, a special 45-minute performance for younger audiences with reduced prices. My Very First Nutcracker does not tell the entire Nutcracker story, and introduces Clara, her family, the Nutcracker and the Nutcracker Prince, the comic toy battle with Mousima, the Snow Queen and the Land of Snow.
Tickets for The San Jose Nutcracker start at $25; Ages 1 and up require a ticket.
Presented by New Ballet.