Inland Pacific Ballet is bringing its stunning production of The Nutcracker back to our area this December, offering families a chance to experience the magic of this classic story on stage. With gorgeous sets, handmade costumes, and more than 80 dancers, this show is a local favorite every holiday season.
This year’s cast includes professional company dancers, talented young performers from the Inland Pacific Ballet Academy, and exciting guest artists who will be stepping into the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier.
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Claremont Performances
Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College
Saturday, December 13 at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Sunday, December 14 at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Guest artists for these dates include Lori Hernández, a popular principal guest artist with a large online following, and Brien Heil from City Ballet of San Diego.
Riverside Performances
Fox Performing Arts Center
Saturday, December 20 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 21 at 2 p.m.
Riverside audiences will see New York City Ballet principal dancer Mira Nadon return to her IPB roots as the Sugar Plum Fairy, joined by fellow NYCB principal dancer Peter Walker. This marks Nadon’s first time performing the role in the Inland Empire.
Families can expect all the moments that make The Nutcracker special, including toy soldiers, swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers, gingerbread characters, and Clara’s enchanting journey through the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets. It is a wonderful introduction to ballet for children and a festive tradition for adults.
Tickets start at $41, with discounts available for seniors, children, students, and groups.
More Information and Tickets:
ipballet.org
Bridges Auditorium box office: BridgesAuditorium@pomona.edu, 909-607-1139
Fox Performing Arts Center box office: riversidelive@livenation.com, 951-779-9800
Inland Pacific Ballet
The Nutcracker
Bridges Auditorium - Pomona College
Fox Performing Arts Center
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