Does your child love twirling around to holiday tunes, imagining themselves in a magical world? This season, why not turn their dreams into reality while creating a cherished family tradition? The Southwest Virginia Ballet’s The Nutcracker is the perfect opportunity to make lasting memories and celebrate the joy of the holidays together.
Kick off the festivities at Clara’s Tea Party on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. Hosted at the Star City School of Ballet’s studio, this event is tailor-made for kids and their families. Your little ones will meet beloved characters like Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, and the Sugar Plum Fairy, all while enjoying tea party treats and fun holiday crafts. It’s a whimsical way to spark their excitement for the season! Every ticket includes a raffle entry, so you may leave with more than just happy memories.
Then, from December 13–15, 2024, gather the whole family to witness the Southwest Virginia Ballet’s The Nutcracker at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre. Directed by Pedro Szalay, this year’s production promises to dazzle with over 100 dancers, intricate costumes, and enchanting sets. Adding to the magic, the Orchestra of Virginia’s Blue Ridge will bring Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score to life for the first time in this production’s history
For generations, The Nutcracker has been a beloved holiday tradition around the world. Its tale of Clara’s journey through a magical realm filled with dancing sweets and toy soldiers captures the imagination of kids and adults alike. Making this ballet part of your family’s holiday plans can become a cherished ritual, connecting the magic of the season with quality time together.
Start with Clara’s Tea Party and end with the breathtaking beauty of The Nutcracker. Over time, you’ll find your children reminiscing about their first experiences while looking forward to sharing the tradition with their own families one day.
Tickets for Clara’s Tea Party and The Nutcracker are available now on Southwest Virginia Ballet’s website. To ensure that everyone can enjoy the magic, discounted tickets are available for WIC cardholders.
This year, make The Nutcracker more than just a ballet—it’s a way to build memories, share joy, and create a tradition your family will treasure for years to come.
*Disclaimer: While the ideas and the bulk of this are all mine, I confess that I enlisted the help of ChatGPT to polish things up. Why? Because AI is the friendliest grammarian I know. So if you find any rogue semicolons or unnaturally perfect phrasing, you can thank my digital editor for that.
