Civic Ballet of SLO
Performing since 1978
Poster by Barry Goyette, 2024
Clara is about to have the night of her life, and so are you...
Join Uncle Drosselmeyer, Mother Ginger and the Sugar Plum Fairy as Clara travels to the Land of Sweets on a very magical Christmas Eve.
For over 40 years, the Civic Ballet of San Luis Obispo has presented this holiday classic. Lori Lee Silvaggio's The Nutcracker is filled with all the pageantry, magic and wonder that have made this one of the most enduring holiday traditions around the globe. Featuring a full live orchestra, sterling production values, and San Luis Obispo County's finest dancers, this is a ballet experience you won't want to miss. Lori Lee Silvaggio's The Nutcracker is performed live at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center by the Civic Ballet of San Luis Obispo featuring OperaSLO Grand Orchestra.
Performances December 13-15
Our Mission
The Civic Ballet of San Luis Obispo is the premier ballet performance company on the Central Coast preserving the classical traditions of the art form, in balance with its contemporary evolution. We remove the barriers to ballet by creating professional-quality and original productions that inspire audiences young and old, and welcome all dedicated dancers, donors and enthusiasts.
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Learn more about our company from Artistic Director Drew Silvaggio:
Thanks to Our Generous Supporters!
3422 Miguelito Ct.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Civic Ballet of SLO is a 501c(3) org / Tax ID: 95-3274034