The Nutcracker

Once Upon A Nutcracker - My First Nutcracker Ballet in San Jose, CA
2021-12-17 10:30 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Jose Center For The Performing Arts, 255 S Almaden Blvd., San Jose, CA, 95113, United States
San Jose Dance Theatre presents Once Upon A Nutcracker (My First Nutcracker), excerpts of The Nutcracker for toddlers, preschoolers, and young children. This new production takes place at the San Jose Center for Performing Arts on Friday, December 17, 2021, from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Buy tickets to this popular holiday classic before they sell out. Tickets for this production are only $11 for children and $20 for adults.
Note:
1. This is not the full performance. It is an abbreviated version of the performance which runs for approximately 55 min.
2. All age groups are welcome to this performance. It is specifically designed for families with toddlers, preschoolers, and young children, ages 0 – 10 years.
In this production
You will see:
A shortened Party Scene that will include all of the characters.
Full Battle Scene
Snow Scene with Snow Queen and Cavalier dancing throughout the scene
The opening of Act 2
“Chocolate”
“Tea”
“Ribbon Candy”
“Marzipan”
Mother Cupcake and Cookies
“Sugar Plum Fairy” solo variation
“Finale”

The 56th Nutcracker
2021-12-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2021-12-10 19:30 - 21:30
San Jose’s longest-running production of The Nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to a magical world of brave toy soldiers, dancing snowflakes and more.
For over 56 years, San Jose Dance Theatre has created countless family memories and holiday traditions with their magical production of The Nutcracker! Step into the enchanting world of elegant sugarplums, waltzing flowers, a thrilling battle between brave soldiers and menacing mice, and debuting a new extra-large Christmas tree that grows to over 200 feet!
This year, San Jose Dance Theatre audiences will be awed by the grace and talent of our professional company dancing beside our youth ensemble, accompanied again by live orchestra. Musical direction by Scott Krijnen conducting The Cambrian Symphony. This 56th production, choreographed by Artistic Director Linda Hurkmans, offers an unforgettable experience of your favorite annual holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
San Jose Dance Theatre is thrilled to return this live production of The Nutcracker on stage at the magnificent San Jose Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown San Jose, December 10-12 and 17-19.
Performances:
Friday, December 10, 2019 @ 7:30pm*
Saturday, December 11, 2019 @ 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 12, 2019 @ 2pm
Friday, December 17, 2019 @ 7:30pm*
Saturday, December 18, 2019 @ 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 19, 2019 @ 2pm
Ticketing Notes:
*Tickets for both Friday evening performances are Half Price (excluding VIP).
Ages 2 and over require a ticket.
Discounts do not apply for the VIP Experience. (For more VIP information, please see below.)
For the VIP Experience, please select $95 seats.
VIP Experience:
See more than just the ballet with a VIP package! In addition to having the best seats in the house, take a behind-the-scenes tour of The Nutcracker and see the magic of the production up close. Meet and greet the cast at the exclusive Candy Kingdom party held in the Ridder Lounge, while filling up on delicious holiday treats and drinks. VIP ticket holders can also skip the crowds by using a special entrance into the theater and using the Ridder Lounge restrooms during intermission.
Don’t just see The Nutcracker, experience it! The VIP Experience includes:
– Amazing Seats (Rows 7 through 11). See The Nutcracker from the best seats in the house! Enjoy the ballet sitting front and center, but not so close that you can’t see the dancers’ feet.
– Candy Kingdom Party: An exclusive party held in the Ridder Lounge, where VIP ticket holders can meet and greet the cast. Get autographs and pose for photos with characters, including the Sugar Plum Fairy and Sugar Plum Cavalier! The Candy Kingdom party is one hour before each performance. Fill up on delicious holiday treats and drinks during the party.
– Backstage Tours: The backstage tour offers a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the production. Visit the stage and backstage areas where the dancers prepare, and learn about props, sets, and the magic that goes into making the production spectacular!
The day of the performance, please check in with the VIP Manager 1 hour 45 minutes prior to showtime in the location indicated in your VIP itinerary. The VIP event starts promptly 1 hour 30 minutes prior to showtime and will last 30-45 minutes. The VIP entrance will be located on the west side of the theater, next to the Ridder Lounge.
