Name: The Nutcracker
Start: 2025-12-20T14:00:00-08:00
End: 2025-12-20T14:01:00-08:00
Location: John Van Duzer Theatre

Performances:
2pm Saturday, December 20th
7pm Saturday, December 20th
2pm Sunday, December 21st
The Sundance Ballet Company presents its 13th annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” which will feature guest artists Magdalena Horowitz and Gary Williams from the Bay Area as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier along with dancers from the Dance Scene Studio. The Sundance Ballet Company will continue the holiday tradition as it brings three performances of the much-loved ballet classic to Cal Poly Humboldt’s Van Duzer Theater on December 20th and 21st.
The timeless music of Tchaikovsky weaves the story of Clara and her Nutcracker and features iconic dances like the Sugar Plum Fairy and the epic battle between the Nutcracker and Rat King. A cast of 75 dancers, including fifteen pre-professional Sundance Ballet Company members will perform the two hour, traditional version of the ballet.
Select students of the Dance Scene Studio will join the company members to present three performances of the Nutcracker at the Van Duzer Theater: Saturday, December 20th at 2:00pm and 7:00 p.m., then a matinee show on Sunday, December 21st at 2:00 p.m.
Bentley Stephens will dance the coveted role of Clara. Bentley has danced at the studio for many years and is excited to perform as Clara this year. Carrie Badeaux will once again direct the Nutcracker, bringing her excitement throughout the balletic whimsical journey. Mariana Hill and Chris Brant will perform as the Snow Queen and Snow King in the magical Snow Kingdom.
Advance tickets for the performance are $15 for children ages twelve and under or $20 for adults. At the door ticket prices are $20 for children and $25 for adults. Tickets may be purchased online at DanceEureka.com, at Wildberries Marketplace in Arcata, or at The Dance Scene Studio in Eureka.
Sundance Ballet Company
Founded in 2012 by Artistic Director Carrie Badeaux, The Sundance Ballet Company is now celebrating its most exciting season yet. The company began with a few dancers and has exponentially grown and produced many original ballets. The company currently consists of fifteen highly skilled semi-professional dancers, three apprentices, and five junior company members.
The Sundance Ballet Company provides both classical and contemporary dance to the entire Humboldt County region through outstanding performances, entertaining demonstrations, and innovative educational outreach programs for people of all ages.
The Dance Scene Studio offers a full schedule of classes. Visit DanceEureka.com or call (707) 502-2188 for additional information.i