Rising Ballet Stars Bring ‘The Children’s Nutcracker’ to Life
With The Children’s Nutcracker, CBSA’s mission to elevate pint-sized prima ballerinas, supremely talented young adult dancers, and inspiring special needs performers is on magnificent display. All the grandeur of Tchaikovsky’s original ballet score and the classic elements of The Nutcracker legacy are retained. At the same time, the 90-minute runtime is designed to enthrall younger audiences from start to finish. This year, CBSA luminaries Daniela Quiroga, Jaida Soleman, William Bessler, Joaquin Marsh, Inez Dunne, Louise Picha, and Gigi Natho will dance the roles of Clara, the Sugarplum Fairy, and the Cavalier. Magical sets, opulent costumes, and exquisite choreography complement the astounding young talent, sure to satisfy audiences familiar with the 19th-century tale of young Clara and her magical Nutcracker Prince, while also dazzling those experiencing the famed ballet for the first time.
Presenting The Children’s Nutcracker at the Lila Cockrell Theater, a 2,300-seat venue nestled in the shadow of Downtown San Antonio’s iconic Tower of the Americas and right alongside the equally alluring River Walk destination, allows visitors to plan a day of winter fun capped off with a performance. The magic begins as soon as guests arrive, with a pre-show holiday market offering gorgeous gifts and collectibles that would even impress Clara on Christmas morning! Families can also treat themselves to sweet and savory snacks, and strike a pose with Santa, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and other cast members as they listen to the joyful ‘noise’ of San Antonio Academy Wildcat’s Chorale and Mariachi Orgullo del Sur.
WHO: The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio, the region’s leading independent dance company for children and young adults.
WHAT: The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio presents The Children’s Nutcracker
WHEN: Fri, Dec 12, 7 PM, Sat, Dec 13, 2 PM, Sun Dec 14, 2 PM
Note: Holiday Market and Photos with Santa and cast open one hour prior to showtime.
WHERE: The Lila Cockrell Theatre
200 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
