Celebrate the holidays with SAAM and the Washington Ballet! Join acclaimed Artistic Director Julie Kent as she shares behind-the-scenes stories about how the ballet company puts on their annual performance of The Nutcracker, then enjoy watching dancers perform highlights from this charming Christmas classic. Blending the magical score of Tchaikovsky with scenery that is unmistakably Washington, DC, the Washington Ballet’s rendition of The Nutcracker has become a must-see tradition. Make a winter-themed craft or go on a scavenger hunt, and indulge in a hot chocolate bar and other tasty treats for purchase from the Courtyard Café. 11:30 a.m. Doors Open
11:45 p.m. Highlights from the The Nutcracker
12:00 p.m. Ballet Basics Instruction
12:30 p.m. Ballet Barre 101 (Children’s Barre class)
1:00 p.m. Highlights from the The Nutcracker
1:30 p.m. Ballet Basics Instruction
2:00 p.m. Ballet Barre 101 (Children’s Barre class)
2:30 p.m. Highlights from the The Nutcracker
3:00 p.m. Program concludes Image credit: Dean Alexander, The Washington Ballet |