STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A winter wonderland awaits as the magic of the classic “The Nutcracker,” arrives on Saturday, Dec. 20 at the College of Staten Island.
The lavish production of the Staten Island Ballet is being produced at the college’s Center for the Arts.
A scene from “The Nutcracker.” (Courtesy/Courtney Preston Ramos
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The Christmas classic features sets created by Broadway designer Mark Fitzgibbons, along with an international cast of 29.
A scene from “The Nutcracker.” (Courtesy/Courtney Preston Ramos
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New this year is the Diamond Café, a venue that offers specialty coffees, sweet treats, and baked goods.
Guests can mix and mingle with friends and browse holiday shoppes, where prices range from just five cents to $20.
A scene from “The Nutcracker.” (Courtesy/Courtney Preston Ramos
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Shows are Saturday, Dec. 20, at 3 and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 21, at 2 and 5 p.m. Parking is free.
Ballerinas perform in “The Nutcracker.” (Courtesy/Courtney Preston Ramos
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All seats are reserved.
Tickets may be purchased online at Staten Island Ballet.org.
Balcony seats are $70, orchestra $80 and VIP orchestra $90.
On Thursday evening Dec. 18, the ballet will host more than 500 deserving guests will enjoy a free show. Organizations receiving free tickets include The GRACE Foundation, JCC Sunrise Day Camp, Cancer Tamers, Eden II, and A Very Special Place.