# Debbie Allen's The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker

> Event for families in the Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Dec 10 – Dec 13 · 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Where: Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
- Ages: Ages 4+ (vibrant, high-energy, multi-genre dance production that captivates young audiences)
- Price: From $50; confirm current prices on the official site; Free parking on site at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
- Organizer: Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA)
- Official page: https://www.thehotchocolatenutcracker.com/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Created and directed by legendary 3-time Emmy winner and Golden Globe honoree Debbie Allen, The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker is a high-octane, joyous reimagining of the holiday classic that has become an annual Southern California sensation. When young Kara receives a Nutcracker filled with hot chocolate on Christmas Eve, she falls asleep and is transported to wondrous kingdoms—Candy Cane Land, Egypt, the Indian Rainforest, and Birdland—guided by three hilarious wise-cracking mice (Harvey, Schmink, and Buckey). Featuring an exhilarating fusion of hip-hop, tap, modern, flamenco, and classical ballet set to an original score by Arturo Sandoval and Chau-Giang Thi Nguyen, this is a show that keeps children and parents dancing in their seats.

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