Under the artistic direction of choreographer and co-founder Diane Gaumond Hyrst, Ballet Rogue (formerly the State Ballet of Oregon) has been bringing professional ballet performances to Southern Oregon since 1980. The company is best known for its series Ballet in the Park, presented every summer in Ashland’s Lithia Park.

The Nutcracker Friday, December 18, 8pm, Family Night
Saturday, December 19, 2:30 & 8pm
Sunday, December 20, 2:30pm, 2009
It just wouldn’t be Christmas without this holiday favorite! Featuring Peter Tchaikovsky’s exquisite music, The Nutcracker unfolds on Christmas Eve, when a little girl’s beloved Nutcracker doll, broken by her jealous brother, comes magically to life and leads her on a series of wonderful adventures.

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Friday, Dec. 18: all seats $18. Saturday, Dec. 19 & Sunday, Dec. 20: $27, $25, $22 • Sugarplum Tea: $20 Adults, $15 Children • Early Bird Special: 10% discount until September 30, 2009 (excludes Family Night & Sugarplum Tea)