A Grand Night at the Nutcracker Day Trip
This excursion includes round-trip transit to San Francisco for a live staging of The Nutcracker performed by the San Francisco Ballet. Guests attend the production at the War Memorial Opera House, featuring an onstage blizzard, the Crystal Palace, and live accompaniment by a Grammy Award-winning orchestra. Organizers manage the driving to and from the venue.
What to Expect
Day trip to San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker with round-trip transit included.
Event Details
Ages
Not specified
Neighborhood
Civic Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Shasta College Community Education
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Ballet fans and holiday day-trippers
Vibe
Festive and theatrical
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
Tips & Advice
- Plan for a full day, because the trip leaves in the morning and doesn't get back until the evening after the show.
- Leave the car at home, since the trip includes transport both ways and you won't have to drive or park in the city.
- Bring someone who has never seen The Nutcracker, because this trip is set up for first-timers as well as longtime ballet fans.
- Book through Shasta College Community Education's Eventbrite page, since tickets for the trip and the show are sold together.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to drive into San Francisco?
No. The trip includes round-trip transport, and the organizers do all the driving to the War Memorial Opera House and back.
What will we see on stage?
San Francisco Ballet's The Nutcracker. Clara travels through an onstage blizzard into the Crystal Palace, where the Sugar Plum Fairy and an international cast appear.
Is the music live?
Yes. Tchaikovsky's score is played live by the company's Grammy Award-winning orchestra.
Is this a good trip for someone who has never seen ballet?
Yes. It suits longtime ballet fans, people bringing someone for the first time, and anyone wanting a holiday outing.
Who runs the day trip?
Shasta College Community Education organizes it.
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