Start a new family holiday tradition! IT’S A WONDERFUL NUTCRACKER combines the magic and awe of a traditional Nutcracker with inspiration from Frank Capra’s 1940s classic holiday film It’s a Wonderful Life. Since its premiere in 2015, IT’S A WONDERFUL NUTCRACKER has been embraced for its warmth, humor, and original blending of two classic tales. Adults appreciate the ballet’s world-class dancing, while children perch on their seats as dancing dolls magically appear, toy soldiers battle mischievous mice, snowflakes swirl, and a beautiful angel emerges.

Performances: December 13-15 & 21-22, 2019 at Menlo-Atherton Performing Arts Center, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton, CA.

Tickets: $25-$62 are available at www.menloweballet.org or by calling 800-595-4TIX (4849). Discounted group tickets are available; send email to lisa@menloweballet.org for details.