THE NUTCRACKER

East County Ballet Conservatory at Expressions is proud to present East County San Diego's very own full-length Nutcracker Suite at the Joan B. Kroc Theatre in La Mesa. 

December 4  |   6:30pm

December 5  |  6:30pm

Tickets starting at $22

25% automatic discount for 10+ tickets to one show purchased in one transaction.

Please contact us for ADA seating - call/text: (888)991-3362

Honor Society

Join one of EDMC's two chapters of the National Honor Society for Dance Arts. Students will gain leadership and volunteer experience by assisting with chapter administration, fundraising, event planning, service projects, and community outreach. They will also be recognized and celebrated for their hard work both academically and at dance. 

WINTER PRODUCTION NUMBER

Additional performance opportunity for students in Academy Levels 1-4 & Teen Classes to perform in the Winter Showcase on December 5, 2026.

The Winter Musical Production Number will be "Whos Like Christmas" from Dr. Suess' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. 

Rehearsals begin October 30. 

Sugar Plum Ballet Party

A magical Ballet Party for 3-8 year olds with a visit from the real Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker! This dance camp is filled with inspiration for young ballerinas to dance, play, and fall in love with ballet!

• Sunday, November 15

• Mini (Age 3-4) |  2:00-3:00pm |  $30

• Junior (Age 5-8) |  2:00-3:30pm |  $40

GIORDANO MASTERCLASS

Two members of the Giordano Dance Chicago are on their way to San Diego to teach OUR students the techniques of Gus Giordano, the Godfather of Jazz Dance!

• November 15

• Ages 8-11 | 4:00-5:00pm  | $40

• Ages 12 | 5:00-6:30pm  | $50