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I have been dancing for almost ten years. Luckily 5 of those years I have participated in the MPBT nutcracker. Other than ballet, I love doing other styles like lyrical and contemporary. For the past few years I have trained at The Dance Center. I will forever be grateful, the teachers there have helped me improve so much.  Last year I was a snowfall and reed pipe corp. This year I have been given the opportunity to be the Lead Angel. When I think of the Nutcracker this year

This will be my fifth and final year performing in The Nutcracker, which makes it especially meaningful to me as a senior. What I’m most excited for this year is being backstage with everyone. It’s always been my favorite part — there’s this magical mix of nerves, laughter, and little traditions that make it unforgettable. I’ll admit, I love creating fun, mischievous moments to keep the energy light and joyful behind the scenes! I also can’t wait for Secret Santa — it’s one o

I’m absolutely thrilled to take the stage as Dew Drop in this year’s Nutcracker with MPBT! The Nutcracker is pure magic—a dazzling holiday tradition that fills my heart with joy every season. Ever since I was a tiny 5-year-old, completely enchanted by my first Nutcracker performance, I’ve been hooked on ballet. That spark led me to start lessons and join MPBT’s production the very next year, and I’ve been counting down to each performance ever since. Now, stepping into the le

This year, I’m very excited for my role as a lead reed pipe. With this role, I get to dance in the entrada/finale for the first time! It’s such a magical moment in the ballet, helping to open and close the second act beautifully. It is also my first tutu role. This will be my 4th year participating in the Nutcracker. My favorite Nutcracker memory was last year, waiting in my soldier doll box for the curtains to open. It was really thrilling as we were one of the first dancers

I love all the practices, and how our community comes together. The entire season leading up to the performance is very exciting. We all work very hard, challenging ourselves to make the show the best it can be. Once we’re at Sunset Center, it’s so fun to be backstage with everyone. The best part is interacting with the audience and making them happy. My best memories have been performing for the young children in our local schools. It was fun to see the smiles on the childre

I have participated in MPBT’s Nutcracker since 2018. This will be my seventh year performing, and I am so excited to take the stage again! I am looking forward to many different events including all the cast bonding through secret Santa and getting ready backstage. I also can’t wait to perform with all my friends this year on stage. The Nutcracker has always been an important tradition in my life and looking back on the many years I have done it, a great memory is the final s

I have performed in The Nutcracker since 2011, and I am excited to perform my dream roles for my final Nutcracker here. The Reed Pipe dance has always been my favorite part in the Kingdom of Sweets. I love everything about it from the costumes to the music. I am enthused to bring it to life onstage this year, and feel as though my dance journey in high school has come full circle, as I was a Reed Pipe Corp my freshman year. I am also excited to be a snowflake for the third ye

This year, I’m excited to play the lead role of Fritz in The Nutcracker! Fritz is such a fun role, and I’m especially happy because I get to be stage siblings with my best friend.   This is my fifth year doing The Nutcracker, and it’s been a big part of my life. MPBT means so much to me—it’s where I’ve grown as a dancer and made amazing memories. One of my favorite parts has always been hanging out backstage with friends and dancing for my family and the people I love. Gettin

I’m most excited to make new friendships and memories with the cast. Spending time with them backstage, and during rehearsal, it is so special to see everyone’s growth throughout this experience. I’m also excited to be a part of the Spanish scene, it has always been one of my favorites. This will be my fourth year participating in Nutcracker, and since it is my senior year, it will be my final Nutcracker!  My favorite Nutcracker memory is each year’s opening night. After a lo

This is my 5th nutcracker and I am always so excited to spend more time dancing with my friends, but for this year specifically I am most...

This year my role is Angel Queen, and I am so excited! I have always thought the angel scene was quite pretty, but it’s even more special...

I have danced for 8 years, and for 6 of them I danced in the Nutcracker. I have loved to dance since I was little! Last year I was a...

Emory, 15, Mouse Queen; 10th grade, Stevenson School This will be my 4th year in the Nutcracker, and I am especially looking forward to...

This will be my eighth year in MPBT’s Nutcracker and I am so excited. I am so honored to get to be the role I’ve always looked up to the...

Presented by Monterey Peninsula Ballet Theatre 📍 Sunset Center, Carmel 📅 December 12, 13, & 14, 2025 Ticket Prices Adults:  $55...

Brooke, 14, Clara; 9th Grade, Yosemite Valley Charter School This year will be my seventh Nutcracker with MPBT, and it’s something I look...

Paige, 16 - Sugar Plum Fairy; 10th grade, Laurel Springs This is my 6th Nutcracker now and it is truly my favorite part of the year. I’m...

Hi my name is Caitlin. I've been dancing since I was 3 years old.  I've been doing The Nutcracker ballet for 6 years now and I really...

My name is Emily, and I am excited to be a YA because I love to help bring the community together by doing something I know will inspire...

My name is Sabrina and I’m a 7th grader at Ocean Grove Charter School.  I am thrilled to be an MPBT Youth Ambassador. My dance journey...