Ballet Etudes presents The Nutcracker

Celebrate the beauty and pageantry of the holidays with Ballet Etudes’ annual production of the beloved ballet, The Nutcracker, Dec. 5 & 6, and Dec. 12 & 13, at Huntington Beach High School Auditorium.

Set to the timeless music of Peter Tchaikovsky, The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl who receives the gift of a nutcracker soldier from her mysterious godfather. During the night, magical events unfold: the Christmas tree grows taller, toy soldiers and little mice become larger, and Clara’s nutcracker turns into a handsome Prince who takes Clara on a magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets, where they are greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and a celebration of dances.

Educational pre-show presentations are held before the 2 p.m. performances, 30 minutes prior to curtain. After each performance, the cast comes out to the lobby and poses for photos with audience members.

Tickets are $15-$30 for advanced purchases made by November 21. After November 21 and at the door, tickets are Orchestra $35, Balcony $25. Group discounts are available for scouts, churches, seniors, and home-school groups.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please call (855) 222-2849 or visit BalletEtudes.com. Huntington Beach High School Auditorium is located at 1905 Main St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
Saturday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 12 at 2 & 7 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m.

ABOUT BALLET ETUDES
Ballet Etudes, Huntington Academy of Dance’s resident company, is a non-profit youth ballet company providing dancers character development through a professional performance experience. Ballet Etudes provides outreach programs to enrich the arts community and expose a new generation to the beauty of ballet.