# BalletNova Presents The Nutcracker

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Dec 4 (+2 more dates)
- Where: Kenmore Middle School, 200 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA 22204
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: BalletNova
- Official page: https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQFHrKCzBv05Ai9P8zTFneuOtA1aiXss7LqQtAhhRKZww3wt3figdMBhzM6awSaTkFS6VpWGXQJZ0IQMz6DhjjyjP1o5FudX6o3d42NKa2qTZxlAV7fjB6r9eXBIxrs7-nVJnRI=
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Watch BalletNova’s production of The Nutcracker, which includes children in the cast. The performance introduces families to ballet and live theater.

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