December 9, 2011 7 p.m. Opening Night!
December 10, 2011 2 p.m.
December 10, 2011 7 p.m.
December 11, 2011 1 p.m.
December 16, 2011 7 p.m.
December 17, 2011 2 p.m.
December 17, 2011 7 p.m.
December 18, 2011 1 p.m.
December 18, 2011 5 p.m.
December 22, 2011 2 p.m.
December 22, 2011 7 p.m.
December 23, 2011 2 p.m.
December 23, 2011 7 p.m.
Where to go: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at
the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. sacballet.org.
Sacramento,
Calif.-- Founded in 1954, Sacramento Ballet produces many ballet
performances, but one of the most popular is certainly The
Nutcracker Ballet.
The Sacramento Ballet has delighted audiences for
with its annual Nutcracker ballet performances featuring
the finest talent, spectacular costumes and dynamic stage lighting
that brings fantasy to life in Sacramento's world class
presentation. It is part of a body of works that have included
more than 13 full-length ballets, 36
Sacramento premieres, 34 world premieres and 18 Balanchine
masterworks. Co-artistic
directors Ron Cunningham and Carinne Binda have helped grow the
ballet's performance schedule and quality of presentations, creating
a force both locally and nationally. Enjoying substantial success
as a recognized arts organization in
Sacramento, the company's Nutcracker Ballet is regarded as the
premier event of the holiday season.
Sacramento
Ballet's Nutcracker consistently receives glowing reviews from audiences and
media who often remark that they weren't aware such a gem exists,
providing a cultural experience in the Sacramento area that's simply
timeless. With over 100,000 fans annually attending
performances, support for the ballet company includes not only
enthusiastic audiences, but grants from
prestigious foundations such as National Endowment for the Arts and
California Arts Council, plus local organizations such as Sacramento
Metropolitan Arts Commission, as well.
The traditional Nutcracker
performance, itself, is a fantasy trip about a little girl, Clara,
who eagerly awaits Christmas. She is drawn into a journey where toys
come to life in a story woven around these suddenly animate
objects. The Nutcracker is the best known ballet in existence and a
tradition throughout the US, providing entertainment for all ages.
Its broad appeal spans all demographics, too. The Sacramento
Ballet's goal to reach youth is fulfilled annually with several
Nutcracker matinee performances specifically for kids (contact
Education & Outreach Director at 916.552.5800x113 for more
information.)
For those visiting Sacramento
or locals seeking a tradition to enjoy each
holiday season, not only are you treated to the best talent on
stage, but also live music by the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra.
Sacramento Ballet traditionally offers several community meet &
greet opportunities before The Nutcracker performances, the perfect
way to introduce yourself and the kids or seniors in your life to
the talented costumed dancers you may later see in a stage
performance. Whether visiting, or residing locally in the Sacramento
area, this special holiday offering is guaranteed to add magic to
the season of joyful music and dance.
