December 14, 15, and 22, 2024 at 11:00am
California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose, CA 95113
Call (408) 286-2600 for tickets. Box Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am-5pm

The face of a very young child with very wide eyes and looking amazed, wearing a red and white Santa Claus hat against a pale green background.with the words "My Very First Nutcracker"

Presented with Symphony San Jose!

My Very First Nutcracker is a special one-act presentation of The San Jose Nutcracker, ideal for families with toddlers, preschoolers, and young children. This joyful holiday production features the festive holiday party, at which Uncle Nikola reveals his fascinating gifts. Kids will marvel at the historic San Jose Electric Light Tower rising magically above the streets of San Jose, and cheer on adorable mice and toy soldiers who compete to win a magic crown. Introduce your family to the magic of classical ballet! Danced to live orchestra by Symphony San Jose conducted by Thomas Shoebotham.

 “My Very First Nutcracker” has a run time of approximately 55 minutes. Tickets start at $26.50!

The fun begins with festive holiday decorations in the elegant lobby, and holiday music played on the theatre’s historical organ. Attendees will enjoy opportunities to interact with costumed characters and be photographed in magical fairytale settings, plus enjoy and treats and toys available for purchase. Concessions offer something for everyone, from sweet treats to celebratory beverages.

And get ready for a very special play zone that will include two brick pits, one with DUPLO brick and one with Soft Brick provided by Legoland.

Pre-concert festivities occur one hour prior the concert.


NOTE: “My Very First Nutcracker” does not include the second act of “The San Jose Nutcracker” where Clara meets the Sugarplum Fairy and journeys to the “Valley of Heart’s Delight.” For the complete two-act classical ballet visit the main Nutcracker page.

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Photo of Stefana Seizovic as Mousima and the toy soldiers by Chris Conroy

For the full performance of The San Jose Nutcracker, click the link below.