Experience the magic of Classical Ballet Theatre's Nutcracker!  Performed at the 520-seat Ernst Theater, this holiday classic includes all of the stunning costumes, dancing, and enchantment necessary to bring Clara's dream to life!  Join Clara for a mischievously fun family holiday party, an epic battle between the Mouse King and Nutcracker, and a captivating journey with her Nutcracker Prince.  On her travels, Clara meets the majestic Snow Queen, and, when she arrives to the Kingdom of Sweets, she encounters the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy, and other enchanted dancing characters in the Kingdom!

HERDON, VA  -  Children's Series Nutcracker
Classical Ballet Theatre, 320 Victory Drive, Herndon, VA

Introduce your young child to the performing arts with our Children's Series Nutcracker! Launched in 2010-2011 as part of our mission to bring art into our community, our Children's Series Nutcracker is a condensed version of the popular holiday classic. This magical production with stunning costumes and beautiful choreography is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers as well as their families. Children delight in the approximately 40-minute performance followed by a short question and answer session and memorable photographs with dancers. Invite your friends and bring your camera for after the show!

ANNANDALE, VA  -  Full-length, Classic Nutcracker
Ernst Theater, Northern Virginia Community College, Annandale Campus, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA

Classical Ballet Theatre of Northern Virginia performs this perennial holiday favorite with a beautiful production that includes all the costumes, scenery, and magic to bring Clara's dream to life. Choreography by former Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Kathy Beyer and Artistic Director and former Milwaukee Ballet Prinicpal dancer Cynthia Donavin.