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The Sarasota Ballet School premiered its brand-new production of The Nutcracker in 2022. This timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker is an exclusive opportunity for Sarasota Ballet School students to perform in this magical production.

The nutcracker sits under the holiday tree, a guardian of childhood stories. Feed him walnuts and he will crack open a tale.

Vera Nazarian

See The Nutcracker

Witness Clara and the Nutcracker battle with the Mouse King before journeying off to the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Prince in this treasured family classic. Featuring lavish sets and costumes, The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company, and over 100 students from across The Sarasota Ballet’s Education programs, The Nutcracker is our gift to you this holiday season.

The Nutcracker in Venice
December 11 – 12, 2026

Venice Performing Arts Center

Live Music Accompaniment by The Venice Symphony

The Nutcracker features The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company, plus students from The Sarasota Ballet School and The Sarasota Ballet’s Margaret Barbieri Conservatory

The Nutcracker in Sarasota
 December 20 – 22, 2026

Sarasota Opera House

The Nutcracker features The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company, plus students from The Sarasota Ballet School and The Sarasota Ballet’s Margaret Barbieri Conservatory