Marin Veterans' Memorial Auditorium
10 Avenue of the Flags
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 499 - 6800
$39, $24 senior, 18 & under
$5 optional Candy Cane reception immediately following 1pm performance, limited tickets available

Marin Ballet's artfully revitalized Nutcracker  enjoys new elements to a cultural gem, thanks to the handiwork of choreographer Julia Adam. The transformation that began in 2008 includes stylistic touches each season. In 2011 the  Battle Scene costumes and a new Mouse King villain offer excitement and extra color to an already seamless production beloved by fans who attend time & again. Stunning sets, clever characters, intricate costuming, over 175 dancers make the production a major event in Marin.

Noteworthy are the guest dancers who participate each year. In 2011 Travis Bradley, currently with Memphis Ballet steps into the shoes and part of the mysterious Herr Drosslemayer while Robert Dekker (a favorite pick from Dance magazine editors) returns as the Nutcracker Prince . Dekker is a guest dance from Company C Contemporary Ballet.

 Autographs and casual photos with the dancers are possible at  the festive Candy Cane Party after 1 p.m. performances (extra fee charged.)  Tickets are limited Marin Veterans' Memorial Auditorium Box Office in person or by calling (415) 499-6800 or through Ticketmaster.

About Marin Ballet: Cynthia Lucas received her ballet training from Leona Norman at Marin Ballet. She joined the National Ballet of Canada in 1972 and during her stellar 18-year performance career became recognized as  dramatic ballerina.  of that same company in 1989 she became Ballet Mistress and was promoted to Principal Ballet Mistress in 1996. After 26 years with the National Ballet of Canada, she was appointed to position of Marin Ballet School Director in 1998 and promoted to Artistic Director in 2000.