Valentine Theatre | November 30-December 1

Saturday, Nov. 30: 7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 1: 1 p.m.

Join Ballet Theatre of Toledo in celebrating its 15th anniversary of Nigel Burgoine’s production of “The Nutcracker,” Thanksgiving weekend in the beautiful Valentine Theatre. Burgoine creates an irresistible blend of dance and music that transports you back in time to meet Clara and her handsome Nutcracker as they battle the mice, travel through the glistening snow scene on to the magical Kingdom of Dreams and Candy. This is also a very special year for Associate Artistic Director Anne Marie Getz, Toledo’s very own Prima Ballerina, as she celebrates her 50th year of performing in “The Nutcracker.”

“The Nutcracker” production features newly created hats and costumes for the party scene, a cast of 100 community dancers with professional guest artists Serena Hanavan and Christian Renforth of Cincinnati Ballet, who will dance as the majestic Snow Queen and Prince as well as the super sweet Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier. Maestro Kevin Bylsma will conduct the orchestra and direct singers from the Toledo Opera Children’s Chorus. Celebrity guests include Bruce Gradkowski and McKenzie Kuehnlein.

A special treat for the younger audience members will be the presence of Santa Claus at every performance in the Grand Lobby of the Valentine Theatre. Audience members will be able to take free pictures with Santa, and Santa will give every child that comes to see him a gift worth $50. Ballet Theatre of Toledo is most grateful for the generous support of The Ohio Arts Council.

Performances are Saturday, November 30 at 7 p.m. with an alumni reception following, and Sunday, December 1st at 2 p.m. Ticket prices range from $27-$42. Special pricing is available for military families. For tickets contact the Valentine Box office (419) 242-2787 or www.valentinetheatre.com.

For questions contact Ballet Theatre of Toledo 419-861-0895 or www.ballettheatreoftoledo.org.