Winter classic ‘The Nutcracker’ returns

Whidbey Island Dance Theatre will present the 22nd season of “The Nutcracker” Friday, Saturdays and Sundays Dec. 12-21 at the South Whidbey High School Performing Arts Center.

Whidbey Island Dance Theatre will present the 22nd season of “The Nutcracker” Friday, Saturdays and Sundays Dec. 12-21 at the South Whidbey High School Performing Arts Center.

Friday and Saturday evening showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. while Saturday and Sunday afternoon shows will take place at 2 p.m.

The performance features over 100 dancers, moving sets and handcrafted costumes.

Tickets are now on sale and may be purchased in advance via BrownPaperTickets at widnutcracker2014.brownpapertickets.com or from the box office at 360-341-2221. Advance purchase price is $18 for general admission and $16 for military, seniors 65 years of age and older and children under age 17 or younger.

All tickets purchased at the door will cost $20 unless otherwise specified. Tickets to the Character Brunch will cost $10 for children under age 12 and $15 for adults.

For additional information, including information regarding group discounts and specially priced ticket nights such as Ugly Christmas Sweater Night and Newcomer’s Night, visit widtonline.org.