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  • CLASSES
    • Current Class Offerings 2025-2026
    • Master Class with Sona
    • Private Lessons
    • Bring a Friend
    • Schedule of Classes
    • Tuition, Payment, Policies & Fees
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    • Understanding Level Placement
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Purchase Tickets for The Nutcracker!

Celebrate the magic of the season with Ballet Caliente's The Nutcracker. Tickets on sale November 12, 3:00pm.
Friday, December 12, 6:00PM
Saturday, December 13, 6:00PM

Additional Information

Nutcracker Handbook
​Please read this handbook in it's entirety! Answers to most questions about The Nutcracker performances are in this document. Read it, learn it, know it!
read the handbook
Gifts for Your Dancer
Praise your dancer for their beautiful performance with a small gift! Shop for flower bouquets and Commemorative Memory Books in our online shop!
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Digital Program
In an effort to promote environmental sustainability, Ballet Caliente will now offer a digital program, as well as digital tickets, with the goal of achieving a paper free performance. Please note, if you would prefer a paper version of this program, we kindly ask that you download and print your copy in advance of the performance, or, purchase a Commemorative Memory Book from our merchandise table, located in the lobby.​
Mobile Friendly Version
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Seeking Volunteers!

We are looking for willing and able parents to volunteer at our performances. There are a multitude of volunteer positions to be filled, including ushers, backstage mom, and ticket scanners. Volunteers receive special early access to ticket sales as a perk of volunteering!
Interested in volunteering?
sign up to volunteer

Rehearsal Schedule

Saturdays, November 22 & December 6
ALL CAST REHEARSALS
STUDIO A
10:15
Arrival

Adults, B2 Mice, B2 Christmas Magic, B3 Snowflakes, B5

10:30-12:30
ACT I, Full Run Through


estimated 12:30 
Dismissal

Adults, B2 Mice, B2 Christmas Magic, B3 Snowflakes
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12:30-1:00 LUNCH

12:45
Arrival

B1 Angels, B1 Lambs, B4 Chinese Tea/Dragon & Candy Canes, Final Waltz
​
1:00-3:00 

ACT II, Full Run Through

estimated 2:00
Dismissal
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B1 Angels, B1 Lambs

estimated 3:00
Dismissal

B4, B5, JCo/SC
STUDIO B
Dancer Staging/Holding
STUDIO C
Dancer Staging/Holding
*Please refer to cast roles (button below) for Ballet 2 assignments.

​November 22 & December 6 are Full Cast Rehearsals.
All dancers are required to attend the Act I or Act II rehearsal based on their role. 

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​Please be sure to familiarize yourself with your dancer's role, as role titles are typically what is listed on the schedule, along with the time and studio location.
Roles

Don't Go Nuts! Here are the F.A.Q.s

ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS
Dancers in Ballet 1 - Adults are highly encouraged to participate in this performance opportunity! All students are required to complete a participation form to confirm their intent to perform. Participation forms will be due October 4, 2025.

AUDITIONS
Studio Company members ONLY are required to audition. Auditions will take place Saturday, September 13. The audition will run from 2:45-4:15pm, following the Fall Master Classes. Dancers should wear black leotards and pink tights.
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ASSOCIATED FEES
The cost for each dancer to participate in The Nutcracker is $150. 

THE COMMITMENT 
All dancers participating in The Nutcracker are required to attend their assigned rehearsals. Due to the demands of the performance, and our short rehearsal timeline, it is important that dancers are present for their scheduled rehearsal time. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be announced soon!

REHEARSAL TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE!
Please do check back before each weekend to ensure that there haven't been slight time changes. While we do not anticipate any significant changes, please be aware we may need to make adjustments.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR DANCER'S ROLE
A complete cast list will be posted on the studio's bulletin board. Depending on your dancer's level, they have been assigned a role to play in the performance. All roles take into account the dancer's age and ability level, with the intent to encourage a love of performance and dance. If you have specific questions regarding your dancer's level or role, please email our school manager at [email protected]

THE PERFORMANCE
This year, our performances will be held at the Dodge Performing Arts Center (Dodge PAC) located at St. Mary's College of Maryland. There will be two showings of The Nutcracker, December 12 & 13. The performances will commence at 6:00pm each evening. Participating dancers will perform in each show. 
Download the Participation Form
If you're ready to join us for timeless holiday tradition, download the participation form below!
download the participation form

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Studio Location:
​44727 St. Andrew's Church Rd.
California, MD 20619
Mailing Address:
​P.O. Box 918, Hollywood, MD 20636