Celebrate the holiday season with a beloved classic designed especially for young audiences! The Nutcracker for Kids is a narrated adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet, featuring dazzling dancers from the American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School. Journey to the Land of Sweets alongside Clara as she encounters the mischievous Mouse King, the heroic Nutcracker, and the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy— all set to one of the most famous and festive scores ever written. This engaging and delightful experience is the perfect way to introduce children to the magic of ballet and the joy of the holiday season! Showings are available at 10am and 11:30am on December 6, 2025. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.pacificsymphony.org/show-details/the-nutcracker-for-kids-2025 or contact the box office at (714) 755-5799.
Ages: All Ages / Ideal for ages 5-11
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