The Nutcracker
Friday, December 19, 2025 | 6:00 PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 2:00 PM
The Granada Theatre
One of State Street Ballet’s most delightful productions, this magical story is a favorite for audiences of all ages. Glittering snowflakes, waltzing flowers, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her dazzling castle of characters take Clara on an exciting adventure to the Kingdom of Sweets. Accompanied by the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra, an international cast of professional dancers unite with over 100 young dancers from the State Street Ballet Academy for an unforgettable weekend of performances to celebrate the season's magic.
Choreography by Rodney Gustafson
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Featuring Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra
Conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff
“Brilliance within tradition…opulent productions that remind us what a night at the theater is all about.”
No holiday season is complete without a trip to the theater to see The Nutcracker! One of State Street Ballet’s most enchanting productions, this magical story is a favorite for audiences of all ages.
Audition Tour
Our 2026–2027 audition tour is now live! From summer training to our trainee program and professional company opportunities, State Street Ballet welcomes dancers ready to take the next step.
RECESS!
Leap into a world of imagination with RECESS!, State Street Ballet’s fun-filled, family program featuring three delightful works. Full of creativity, humor, and charm, RECESS! is pure joy for kids and kids-at-heart!
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