San Jose Nutcracker by the New Ballet
December 26, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The New Ballet performs the San Jose Nutcracker December 19-27, 2026 at the California Theatre. This unique take on the classic tale of Clara and the Nutcracker is set against the backdrop of 1905 San Jose, including its famous electric tower.
Celebrate the season with two of San Jose’s most beloved performance groups, the Nutcracker performed by the New Ballet and accompanied by Symphony San Jose
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Nutcracker Performance Dates and Times
Dec. 19 @ 2 pm, 7 pm
Dec. 20, 22, 23 @ 2 pm
Dec. 26 @ 2 pm, 7 pm
Dec. 27 @ 2 pm
December 27 at 2 pm is a special closing show of The San Jose Nutcracker full of fun easter eggs and local celebrity appearances, including a guest appearance by celebrity attorney and San Jose native Anh Phoong as Casa de Fruta! Join the fun and purchase tickets now for this delightful performance, which will capture the celebratory fun of a theatrical tradition, where performers celebrate with the audience the end of a successful run.
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