December 20, 10:30 am: “Nutcracker in a Nutshell” is a sweet, abbreviated performance designed to introduce young children to ballet as a performance art. This 50-minute performance will feature Act 1 of the production which includes the opening party scene, the battle with soldiers and rats, a growing tree, and beautiful swirling snowflakes. The performance provides a fun-filled opportunity for families with younger children that may not be able to enjoy the full-length, 2-hour performance.  

December 21, 12:00 pm: “Nutcracker in a Nutshell – Land of Sweets” is a sweet, abbreviated performance designed to introduce young children to ballet as a performance art. This 50-minute performance will feature Act 2 of the production which follows Clara and The Prince on their journey to the Land of Sweets, where they find the Sugar Plum Fairy dancing among angels. They are welcomed to the kingdom and The Prince tells of his battle with the Mouse King and how Clara bravely helped him to victory. The Sugar Plum Fairy invites them to a special celebration in their honor.  The performance provides a fun-filled opportunity for families with younger children that may not be able to enjoy the full-length, 2-hour performance. 

Lazzara Performance Hall, UNF Fine Arts Center
1 University of North FL Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224