Nutcracker at Terrace Theater

“The Nutcracker” will return to the Long Beach Terrace Theater this holiday season, with six performances throughout December. The Long Beach Ballet’s Artistic Director David Wilcox has pulled out all the stops for this year’s 40th annual production. The production includes a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real horse, on-stage pyrotechnics and a cast of over 250.

This year’s production will feature Seth Orza, former principal dancer with the Pacific Northwest Ballet, as the Nutcracker Prince, and Megan Wilcox, formerly with the world renowned Dresden Ballet, as the Sugarplum Fairy.

Performances will take place Dec. 16-18 and 22-23. Many dates include both 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. performances.

Tickets can be purchased at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center Main Box Office, and online through the Long Beach Ballet website, www.LongBeachNutcracker.com. Family-friendly ticket prices range from $32-$85 with a special VIP Package also available. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.

The Terrace Theater, located within the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, is located at 300 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach.