Join the Anaheim Fall Festival fun in Downtown Anaheim, and you’ll catch a glimpse of Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King and more as they make their way down the parade route!

Anaheim Ballet will perform in the 2024 SoCal Ballet Scene Festival, a celebration of Southern California dance. Anaheim Ballet dancers will perform The White Number, choreographed by AB Artistic Director Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg.

The mixed-repertoire Festival features a collection of works, ranging from classical to contemporary ballet, including excerpts from Don Quixote, Swan Lake, The Flower Festival in Ganzo and more along with original choreography by local SoCal choreographers and directors. The festival will include performances by Anaheim Ballet, Hollywood Ballet, The Realm Company, and dance artists from across Southern California.

Carpenter Performing Arts Center, Long Beach

6200 E Atherton St., Long Beach, CA 90840

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
2:00 & 7:00 pm Performances

Tickets $25-$35

Anaheim Ballet School students will take the stage at South Coast Plaza's Carousel Court to perform during the annual Festival of Children. See you there!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2024
3:00 P.M.
South Coast Plaza, Carousel Court
 

For more information about Festival of Children visit: Festival of Children Foundation
Free Show, No Ticket Required

AUDITION FOR ANAHEIM BALLET’S INSPIRING NUTCRACKER

SEASON PERFORMANCE DATES

City National Grove of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA with Symphony Irvine
NOV 29 & 30 3 Performances (Dress Rehearsal Nov 27)

DEC 3 Morning “Nutcracker Suite Act 2” Bus-In show for local youth

Riverside Resort in Laughlin, NV
DEC 11 Travel Day
DEC 12 - 15 Dress Rehearsal, 5 Performances

The performance will feature Summer Intensive program students in a excerpts of the classical ballet Ondine, along with student choreography and other dance styles studied during the program. The evening will also feature a special presentation of Anaheim Ballet company dancers in Artistic Director Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg’s Beach Blanket Ballet!

FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2024 6:30 P.M.
Pearson Park Amphitheatre
401 N Lemon Street
Anaheim, CA 92805

Free show! All seats are general admission.

For directions and parking please visit: Anaheim Community Services

See Anaheim Ballet School students present their hard work in a showcase filled with talent and fun! Also featured will be Anaheim Ballet School’s award-winning Youth America Grand Prix participants.  Tickets to the show may be purchased for $20 until June 6th by visiting Anaheim Ballet School or contacting ABS at 714-520-0904. Tickets at the door will be $25 (box office opens one hour before showtime).

This FREE family arts festival runs from 11:00am-3:00pm at Pearson Park. Visit Anaheim Ballet School’s booth for crafts and at 12:15pm watch AB School students perform onstage! No tickets or rsvp required!

Join Anaheim Ballet School on Saturday May 11th from 2:00-4:00pm for a free event with ballet-themed crafts, a chance for children to dress up in tutus, ballet costumes and pointe shoes, along with a performance by Anaheim Ballet School students, and free mini dance classes! Best for children ages 3 - 12. No tickets or RSVP required.

Hands on Dance is a proud partner of Arts Orange County's Imagination Celebration. 

Join Anaheim Ballet School for a Master Class with Clinton Luckett, Associate Artistic Director at American Ballet Theatre!

Pre-registration is encouraged: RSVP here

About Clinton Luckett

Clinton Luckett was a dancer with American Ballet Theatre for 10 years, from 1992-2002. His professional career spanned 15 years and began at the National Ballet of Canada. As a dancer he created roles in original works by Glen Tetley, William Forsythe, John Neumeier and James Kudelka among others and appeared in featured roles in most of the full-length ballets in the classical repertoire. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, he began his dance training there, and after two years of study at the National Ballet School in Toronto, joined the National Ballet of Canada in 1987. In 1992, Luckett came to American Ballet Theatre where he was featured in the works of Frederick Ashton, George Balanchine, Agnes De Mille, Martha Graham, Jiří Kylián, Lar Lubovitch, Kenneth MacMillan, Mark Morris and Antony Tudor. He appeared on television in the PBS/Dance in America programs ABT Now and Le Corsaire, and in the CBC/Rombus Media productions of Glen Tetley’s Alice and La Ronde.

In 2002, Luckett became the Artistic Associate for the Education and Training Department at ABT. In that position he worked closely with the ABT Studio Company, was a regular faculty member at the ABT New York Summer Intensives, and also served as a Company Teacher at ABT. In September 2006, he assumed the position of Ballet Master with the artistic staff of ABT. Luckett has been a guest teacher for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and taught ballet at New York University.

Luckett performs the roles of the Tutor in Swan Lake, Escalus and Friar Laurence in Romeo and Juliet, Don Quixote in Don Quixote, Galifron in Alexei Ratmansky’s The Sleeping Beauty, a Dacha Dweller in The Bright Stream and the Duke in Lady of the Camellias.

Luckett was appointed Assistant Artistic Director in August 2016 and Associate Artistic Director in September 2020.

Pre-Registration Encouraged

Pre-Registration Encouraged

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

DON LAUGHLIN'S RIVERSIDE RESORT

1650 S. Casino Dr. Laughlin, NV 89029

SUNDAY DECEMBER 17, 2023
3:00 pm Performance

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

DON LAUGHLIN'S RIVERSIDE RESORT

1650 S. Casino Dr. Laughlin, NV 89029

SATURDAY DECEMBER 16, 2023
7:00 pm Performance

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

DON LAUGHLIN'S RIVERSIDE RESORT

1650 S. Casino Dr. Laughlin, NV 89029

SATURDAY DECEMBER 16, 2023
3:00 pm Performance

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

DON LAUGHLIN'S RIVERSIDE RESORT

1650 S. Casino Dr. Laughlin, NV 89029

FRIDAY DECEMBER 15, 2023
7:00 pm Performance

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

DON LAUGHLIN'S RIVERSIDE RESORT

1650 S. Casino Dr. Laughlin, NV 89029

THURSDAY DECEMBER 14, 2023
7:00 pm Performance

Join us for a Nutcracker-themed presentation at the Cayton Children’s Museum in Santa Monica! Enjoy short performances from Anaheim Ballet’s Nutcracker, culminating in an invitation for all children to join a mini dance class, and photo opps with the dancers.

Learn more at the Cayton Children’s Museum website.

Ring in the holidays with a Tree Lighting celebration, and you’ll be treated to a brief performance by some of your favorite AB Nutcracker characters! Visit Downtown Anaheim for holiday entertainment, food, and fun starting during the day. Guests will enjoy a variety of holiday happenings including dog costume contest, holiday crafts, unique shopping, pictures with Santa, culminating with the 6:00pm Tree Lighting Ceremony in front of City Hall.

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker with Symphony Irvine is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

CITY NATIONAL GROVE OF ANAHEIM

2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2023
7:00 pm Performance

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker with Symphony Irvine is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

CITY NATIONAL GROVE OF ANAHEIM

2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2023
2:00 pm Performance

The holiday season comes to life in Anaheim Ballet's Nutcracker, the heartwarming tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Doll who changes her woeful winter into a fanciful feast in Candyland. The Nutcracker ballet is a cornerstone of seasonal family entertainment and tradition. Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker with Symphony Irvine is the production you and your family must see, a story presented with heart as only AB can present it, more than dance... Experience the spectacle of a towering Christmas tree, waltzing flowers, battling toy soldiers and menacing mice. The enduring theme remains unchanged-good overcomes evil-but AB's staging of the family classic is constantly updated, which keeps the production fresh. Anaheim Ballet celebrates its 37th season of Nutcracker performances featuring staging and choreography by Sarma Lapenieks Rosenberg, Anaheim Ballet’s acclaimed Artistic Director.

CITY NATIONAL GROVE OF ANAHEIM

2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2023
7:00 pm Performance

Join the Anaheim Fall Festival fun in Downtown Anaheim, and you’ll catch a glimpse of Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King and more as they make their way down the parade route!

Anaheim Ballet School students will take the stage at South Coast Plaza's Carousel Court to perform during the annual Festival of Children. See you there!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 20243
2:30 P.M.
South Coast Plaza, Carousel Court
 

For more information about Festival of Children visit: Festival of Children Foundation
Free Show, No Ticket Required

AUDITION FOR ANAHEIM BALLET’S INSPIRING NUTCRACKER

The performance will feature Summer Intensive program students in a staging of Chopiniana (also known as Les Sylphides), along with student choreography and other dance styles studied during the program. 

FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2023 6:30 P.M.
Pearson Park Amphitheatre
401 N Lemon Street
Anaheim, CA 92805

Free show! All seats are general admission.

For directions and parking please visit: Anaheim Community Services