Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre presents, The Original Santa Cruz Nutcracker, a favorite holiday tradition! Maestra Pamela Martin conducts the Ballet Orchestra and guest artists. Featuring guest stars Melody Mennite from Houston Ballet and Lucien Postlewaite from Pacific Northwest Ballet.

Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 2:00pm * ♦   and 6:00pm

Sunday, December 22, 2019 at 1:00pm*

*  Children's Sweet Treats PreShow Meet & Greet ($25 + regular ticket price)   M atinee performances only - Sweet Treats ticket required.

Join us as Nutcracker magic comes alive prior to curtain! Attend a pre-show meet and greet with your favorite characters. Bring your camera! Sweet Treats tickets are for Children 12 & Under and is valid for the meet and greet, a Pacific Cookie Company cookie, and an ornament to commemorate this festive holiday tradition. Up to 2 adult chaperones with regular performance tickets allowed per child with Sweet Treats ticket.
     -Arrive early! No late entry provided for Sweet Treats.
     -To purchase, select "w/ Sweet Treats" price type when selecting seats for the children. Up to two adult chaperones allowed per Sweet Treats. 

♦  After-Show Orchestra Tour: Meet the Percussion Section!  ($5 + regular ticket price) Saturday 2pm performance only - After-Show Orchestra Tour ticket required for all attendees.

-Tour begins at 4:15pm, after the performance.     
-To purchase, select "w/ Orch Tour" price type when selecting seats.

Seating Information:
     -Orchestra seating is at floor level and may not provide the best view for small children.
     -The stage is elevated.
     -The live Orchestra will perform on the floor directly in front of the stage.
Groups
Discount offered on orders of 12 or more tickets. Contact the Box Office for assistance (831) 420-5260.

Advance sales end 2 hours prior to event.  Any remaining tickets can be purchased at the door.
ID required to claim Will Call tickets. If you choose to have your tickets mailed & you do not receive them, please contact the Civic Box Office prior to the day of show.
 
Babies under 1 year of age do not need a ticket if held on lap. Strollers are not allowed into the auditorium.  Cameras & recorders are not allowed.  Arrive Early - LATE SEATING MAY BE LIMITED. No refunds. Exchanges dependent on producer policy.