The Ballet Slipper Conservatory of Oak Harbor continues its most joyous holiday gift to the community with a beloved production of “The Nutcracker.”

Show times are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 at the Oak Harbor High School Auditorium, located at 1 Wildcat Way in Oak Harbor.

“The Nutcracker” is a perfect holiday tradition that will delight and entertain audience members of all ages. Clara is given a nutcracker at a party from mysterious Drosselmer. A young girl’s enchanted gift leads her on a wonderful journey through the Land of Snow and Kingdom of Sweets in this beautiful classical ballet, danced to Tchaikovsksy’s magnificent score.

The Ballet Slipper Conservatory of Oak Harbor is a nonprofit performing arts group. Several months and hundreds of hours of practice are put into “The Nutcracker” performance.

The director, Diane Geragotelis, not only produces and choreographs, but also hand sews every costume.

The group invites everyone to share in this production’s special beauty and holiday splendor, featuring the talented dancers of The Ballet Slipper Conservatory.

Tickets are available for purchase at tbscoh.org or at the door. Tickets cost $11 for seniors and guests aged 18 and under, while adults aged 19-59 pay $16. Advance tickets are highly recommended.

For more information call 360-929-5828.