Join us for The Nutcracker at The Granada on Dec 16 and 17. Three stellar performances feature State Street Ballet, Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra, and the students of State Street Ballet Academy. Noozhawk hails it as “charming, fresh, and a delight to the eye and ear.” Get tickets today!
Over 150 professional dancers, musicians, and ballet students join forces to bring this annual celebration to the stage. Opulent sets, costumes, and brilliant comedic moments continue to delight audiences of all ages, year after year. Experience holiday cheer at its finest.
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State Street Ballet’s 12-city national audition tour takes place between December 3, 2023 and March 17, 2024. Dancers may audition for the upcoming Summer Intensive, Professional Track training program, and company contract positions for the 2024/25 season. Pre-registration is required.
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Marika is from Kumagaya, Japan and won the "Grand Prix" and "Most Promising Female" awards at the Elmhurst School for Dance in the United Kingdom. She joined State Street Ballet in 2015 and has performed the leading roles of Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker and the dual roles of Odette/Odile as a Principal Guest Artist with Fresno Ballet Theatre.
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State Street Ballet goes on tour for two months every season, bringing original dance and education programs to theaters and schools around the world. With standing ovations from China to Chile, and a 90% rebooking rate, we are very proud of our past touring successes and we look forward to bringing our work to all communities, large and small.