The Peninsula Ballet Theatre's classical, full-length ballet which will enchant audiences with its timeless elegance and grandeur. Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic Christmas story, Peninsula Ballet Theatre brings to life the charming tale of Clara and her magical journey through the Land of Sweets and its exotic locales. This Classic Nutcracker version will feature a cast of 85 dancers plus the return of the Snow Chorus singers from Oakland’s Skyline High School, under the direction of Adam Green. With its breathtaking choreography, exquisite costumes and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s immortal music, Classic Nutcracker will be performed at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center offering two matinee shows ideal for families to celebrate the season.