December 16 - 26, 2011Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage

In 2010, The New York Times celebrated Richmond Ballet's The Nutcracker as one of the nation's "most perfect" productions...something Richmonders have known for years! Join us in Clara's dream of lively Spanish chocolate, scintillating Arabian coffee, and sugary marzipan lambs. Performed to Tchaikovsky's famous score played live by the Richmond Symphony, The Nutcracker truly sparkles in the Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage.
Clara's Tea Party

Clara's Tea Party returns this year after select matinee performances. With delicious teas, tasty sweets and the opportunity to meet and take photos with The Nutcracker characters, Clara's Tea Party is a delightful finale to a child's afternoon at the ballet..Saturday,
December 17, 2011 after 2:00pm
matinee
Friday, December 23, 2011 after 2:00pm matinee
Monday, December 26, 2011 after 2:00pm matinee
*Please note, Clara's Tea Party is a separate event from The Nutcracker performances and requires a separate ticket*

Photos (c) Richmond Ballet, All rights reserved. Photography by Sarah Ferguson.