American Dance of Theatre of Long Island to Bring CLARA'S DREAM: THE NUTCRACKER to PTPA, 12/4

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts (PTPA) is pleased to announce the return of American Dance Theatre of Long Island's production of CLARA'S DREAM: THE NUTCRACKER this holiday season beginning on Friday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 6.

Since 2000, the American Dance Theatre of Long Island (ADTLI) has been delighting sold-out audiences with their magnificent performance of CLARA'S DREAM: THE NUTCRACKER. Warm your spirit this holiday season as witness toys that come to life, a Christmas tree that grows before your eyes, flowers that dance and snowflakes that waltz in this classic magical story.

ADTLI's performances of CLARA'S DREAM: THE NUTCRACKER will be Friday, Dec. 4 at at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. ADTLI also performs a special show for school-aged children on Friday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. Educators and school administrators should call ADTLI at 631-472-3455 for group sales and more information on this abbreviated performance.

Tickets for ADTLI's production of THE NUTCRACKER are available online at PatchogueTheatre.org, by phone or at the box office. ADTLI is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Ticket prices range from $17 to $34 plus fee. For more information on this special holiday event, visit PatchogueTheatre.org or ADTLI.org.

Patchogue Theatre first opened in 1923 as the largest theatre in Suffolk County. It still is, with 1,166 seats. Saved by Village of Patchogue in 1996 and lovingly restored it to its original grandeur, this beautiful and historic venue was in use 230 days with over 140,000 in attendance for its 2014-2015 season. PTPA is an independent 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that leases the building from the Village of Patchogue and covers all of the operating costs without any subsidies from the Village. PTPA's leadership consists of a volunteer board of directors and a small professional staff. Patchogue Theatre continues to thrive thanks to the hard work of over 80 volunteers as well as the businesses, funding agencies and individuals who support PTPA by contributing their time and resources. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is located at 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, N.Y., and can be reached at 631-207-1313 or by visiting PatchogueTheatre.org.