Alameda Civic Ballet's The Nutcracker, Saturday, December 19th, 2026

Be transported on a journey with Clara and the Nutcracker Prince. With a battle and a kingdom of sweets, there is something for everyone. This holiday season, prepare to be transported on a magical journey with Clara and the Nutcracker Prince! From the heroic battle against the Mouse King, travel through the Land of the Snowflakes and on to the Kingdom of the Sweets. There you will meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and be entertained by the wonders of the Land of Enchantment. Choreographed by Artistic Director Abra Rudisill with gorgeous costumes and beautiful sets - all to the classic Tchaikovsky score - this is a production sure to bring out the child in all of us. Whether this is your first time seeing a Nutcracker production or it is a time-honored holiday tradition, make ACB's 19th Annual Nutcracker part of your holiday festivities. Alameda Civic Ballet, founded in 2003 by former Ballerina of Oakland Ballet, Abra Rudisill, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The company continues to grow and establish itself as a respected performing arts organization in the Alameda and East Bay community. ACB's mission is to create and present community-accessible ballet performances while educating and engaging the community in the performing arts. The Castro Valley Theater seating capacity is 520 versus 1,600 in Alameda, so we recommend that you purchase your tickets early to guarantee your seats! For sponsorship and underwriting opportunities, including donor options with reserved premium seating, please visit www.alamedacivicballet.org. Please select the "PRINT AT HOME" option to avoid waiting in line to get your ticket at the theater. Both Saturday and Sunday shows are 2:00 PM matinees! If the performance is not Sold Out for that day, the box office opens one hour before each show. WILL CALL is available the final week before the shows. No video recording or photography during the performance. Please leave infants with a babysitter - no babies in arms will be permitted.