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Celebrate the Season!Join Ballet Caliente in our beloved holiday tradition --The Nutcracker! Let visions of Sugar Plums inspire your dancer to be part of the story this season, and register to participate today!
Registration for Levels 1 - Studio Company begins on Monday, September 14. Patrons will register via their JackRabbit Portal, and complete and return the Participation Form. Let the Magic Begin!
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Rehearsal Schedule
Saturday, October 10
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STUDIO B
9:00-12:00
B4 Supplementary Roles: Morris Dancers, Candles, Party Children, Chinese Dragon 10:30-2:00
Level 5: Rehearsal |
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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.
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.
Don't Go Nuts! Here are the F.A.Q.s
ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS
Dancers in Ballet 1 - Studio Company 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 September 30, 2026.
AUDITIONS
Dancers in Level 4 - Studio company will have the opportunity to audition. Auditions will take place Saturday, September 19, in conjunction with the Fall Master Classes. Please see the Master Class Page for more information. Dancers should wear black leotards and pink tights for the audition.
ASSOCIATED FEES
The cost for each dancer to participate in The Nutcracker is $160.
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!
UPDATE: Saturday, November 21 rehearsal is NOT MANDATORY for participation
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 11 & 12. The performances will commence at 6:00pm each evening. Participating dancers will perform in each show.
Dancers in Ballet 1 - Studio Company 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 September 30, 2026.
AUDITIONS
Dancers in Level 4 - Studio company will have the opportunity to audition. Auditions will take place Saturday, September 19, in conjunction with the Fall Master Classes. Please see the Master Class Page for more information. Dancers should wear black leotards and pink tights for the audition.
ASSOCIATED FEES
The cost for each dancer to participate in The Nutcracker is $160.
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!
UPDATE: Saturday, November 21 rehearsal is NOT MANDATORY for participation
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 11 & 12. 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!
Additional Information
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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.
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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?