# Nutcracker Petite Performances

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

- When: Sat, Dec 12 (+1 more date)
- Where: BalletNova’s Fredgren Theater, 3443 Carlin Springs Road, Falls Church, VA 22041
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: $15 Children (12 and under), $25 Adults
- Organizer: BalletNova
- Official page: https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQFHrKCzBv05Ai9P8zTFneuOtA1aiXss7LqQtAhhRKZww3wt3figdMBhzM6awSaTkFS6VpWGXQJZ0IQMz6DhjjyjP1o5FudX6o3d42NKa2qTZxlAV7fjB6r9eXBIxrs7-nVJnRI=
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Young children can watch a 45-minute performance of ballet excerpts. A mini ballet class follows the show.

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