Get ready to step into a world of twinkling lights, falling snow, and pure holiday magic — because The Nutcracker is back, and it’s lighting up stages across the Inland Empire once again! Inland Pacific Ballet’s beloved production has become a tradition for so many families in our community, bringing together professional dancers, young performers, and audiences who return year after year to be swept away by Tchaikovsky’s classic score.
Zaylin Cano, Executive Director of Inland Pacific Ballet, discusses what goes into creating this enchanting production — from the artistry and the dancers, to the behind-the-scenes work that makes The Nutcracker such a special part of the holiday season here at home.