The San Jose Nutcracker
“Delightful. As imaginative as it is captivating!” — Metro Silicon Valley
“Amazing in every kind of way!” — ABC7 News
“The dancing is of impressive caliber.” - SF Chronicle
“Easily the area’s leading ballet organization.” - Metro Silicon Valley
December 14-23, 2024
California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose, CA 95113
Call (408) 286-2600 for tickets, or purchase online below.
Box Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am-5pm
Tickets: $31.50 - $121.50
San Jose’s favorite Nutcracker returns to the beautiful California Theatre in downtown San Jose, for a truly magical holiday experience. Presented with Symphony San Jose, The San Jose Nutcracker is a joyful holiday production that transports the well-loved story to turn-of-the-century San Jose, with historical references that highlight our valley setting as a birthplace of innovation.
We are excited that Symphony San Jose will accompany all performances for this festive holiday production.
Note: Ages 1 and up require a ticket
Featuring New Ballet’s professional dancers, students from New Ballet’s American Ballet Theatre Certified training program, and dancers from Los Lupenos Juvenil.
For Groups of 10 or more, contact the box office directly to find out about Group Discounts: (408) 286-2600For Groups of 10 or more, contact the box office directly to find out about Group Discounts: (408) 286-2600
It’s easy to find parking in downtown SJ. Go to ParkSJ.org.
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* We are pleased to announce that the Friday, December 20th 7pm performance will be an LGBTQ+ performance. A night where our family and friends from the LGBTQ+ community will celebrate the magic of The San Jose Nutcracker with us in partnership with SVPRIDE.
About San Jose’s Favorite Nutcracker
Photo of Jazlyn Quezada and Tango Hayato Fujita-Gomez by Tony Abello
The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. Costumes for the first act were inspired by period dolls from the History San Jose archives and the second act was inspired by our valley in the last century, carpeted in orchard blossoms and known as "The Valley of Heart's Delight.” Swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and The Sugarplum Fairy will make this holiday ballet a new favorite for the entire family.
The fun begins at every performance 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.
The San Jose Nutcracker is a two-act performance for the whole family that includes live accompaniment by Symphony San Jose
Performance dates and ticket links
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My Very First Nutcracker - Dec. 15 and 22 - 11:00am
Families with young children love My Very First Nutcracker, a special shortened performance for our youngest audiences with reduced prices. Tickets start at $26.50 - bring the entire family! My Very First Nutcracker is perfect for toddlers and young family. Share the joy of the holidays in San Jose’s most beautiful theatre.
MY VERY FIRST NUTCRACKER WILL SELL OUT FAST! BUY TICKETS NOW
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Meet the Artists
“The San Jose Nutcracker” features dancers from New Ballet’s professional company, augmented by students from New Ballet’s School, the only American Ballet Certified School on the West Coast. The choreography is by New Ballet’s Artistic Director Dalia Rawson, and a special collaboration with Symphony San Jose, conducted by Thomas Shoebotham. Costumes include designs by local designer Deborah Lund, and sets include pieces designed by local artist Lacey Bryant.
Company Artists: Ty Danzl. Delaney Ewert, Tango Hayato Fujita-Gomez, Naomi Le, Erica Patton, Jazlyn Quezada, Alysa Reinhardt, Sorcha Tate
Studio Company Dancers: Jack Concordia, Grace Clements, Maria Cutaia, Lyla Davey, Laine Evans, Daniel Le, Deborah Le, Gabriela Rodriguez, Niamh Rollins, Stefana Seizovic
Studio Company Apprentices: Jolie Alonso, Lillian Cross, Izela Espinoza, Michelle Ferguson, Isabella McGrath
“The San Jose Nutcracker” Story
The San Jose Nutcracker is a retelling of the classic story of Clara and the Nutcracker, created for San Jose audiences and celebrating the imagination and bravery of the story’s young heroine. Traditionally set in Europe 1800s, New Ballet’s version of this holiday classic re-imagines the story in San Jose in 1905.
