Ventura County Ballet Presents The Nutcracker · A Timeless Holiday Tradition
December 6–7, 2025
With OPERA SAN LUIS OBISPO GRAND ORCHESTRA
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Experience the timeless holiday tradition of Ventura County Ballet’s The Nutcracker with Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra.
Saturday, December 6 at 2 PM
Sunday, December 7 at 2 PM
Oxnard Performing Arts Center
800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, CA 93030
Tickets are reserved seating, online-only at venturacountyballet.com and facilitated through Eventbrite.
Tickets are non-refundable but may be gifted if you are unable to make the performance.
Ventura County Ballet Presents The Nutcracker · A Timeless Holiday Tradition
December 6–7, 2025
With OPERA SAN LUIS OBISPO GRAND ORCHESTRA
Experience this magical holiday tradition! International ballet artists Hanna Chudinova and Alexander Saveliev headline the star-studded cast of Ventura County Ballet's 27th annual production of The Nutcracker. This beloved holiday tradition features 100+ dancers, a live 40-piece orchestra and three choirs with the glorious music of Tchaikovsky, beautiful hand-painted sets and hundreds of exquisite costumes. It's the perfect experience for the whole family beginning with a complimentary Sugar Plum Cookie Party for children before the show. Do your holiday shopping at the delightful Lobby Boutique with Nutcracker-themed gifts and the silent auction of lovely pieces from Jewelry Couture.
A message from Maestro Brian Asher Alhadeff, conductor of Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra
Community Outreach Events
A key part of Ventura County Ballet’s mission is to bring ballet to audiences that might not otherwise get the opportunity to experience it. Throughout the season VCB performs excerpts from The Nutcracker and makes costumed appearances at various locations leading up to performances. A few examples of past outreach events have been elementary schools, libraries, holiday tree-lighting events, hospitals and youth community centers. We vary the locations and events season-to-season to broaden our reach.
Join us at these free upcoming public events!
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5-7 PM · Join us at JEWELRY COUTURE in Ventura for our 27th Season Kick Off Celebration on Thursday, Nov 6, 2025.
A presentation of ballet selections will be performed
Enjoy complimentary refreshments
Meet our conductor Maestro Brian Asher Alhadeff
And learn how you can support Ventura County Ballet
RSVP today!
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2 PM · Join us at the Camarillo Library, Sunday, November 16, 2025 for an interactive meet and greet with dancer and excerpts from The Nutcracker!
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11 AM · Join us in the Topping Room at E.P. Foster Library, Downtown Ventura Saturday, November 22, 2025 for an a special Nutcracker Storytime!
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6 PM · Experience the East Ventura Tree Lighting at Orchard Church, 8180 Telephone Rd. Ventura, on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
In addition to excerpts from The Nutcracker, this free community event features activities like live music, caroling, a petting zoo, kids' crafts, hot chocolate, and more!
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