"The Nutcracker" arrives in mid-December

Artistic Director Josefa Villanueva and the Santa Clara Ballet Company present the 35th annual, full length traditional version of "The Nutcracker." This year's performances will include local dancers and acclaimed guest artists. Performance dates and times are Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 14 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

All performances of "The Nutcracker" will take place at the Elizabeth A. Hangs Theatre inside the Santa Clara Convention Center at 5001 Great America Parkway in Santa Clara. Parking is FREE. For more information, visit the Santa Clara Ballet Company website, or call (408) 881-0879.