Not Just Nutcracker News!
2026
A Special Edition Newsletter for the 2026 Production!
Please read through the information in this cast and family newsletter.
Whether it's your first Not Just Nutcracker or your last, we're here to help! Please email or stop by the office with any questions.
Sneak Peek Nutcracker Gift Sale!
Saturday, October 17, 12-2 PM
Shop Early for Nutcraker Gifts and Save
We have started the transformation into our Sugarplums holiday gift wonderland. To provide our Not Just Nutcracker families with the best selection of new and returning holiday favorites, we are holding a special sale just for you. Save at least 15% off your Nutcracker gift purchase this Saturday from 12-2 PM. We will hold your gifts for wrapping and delivery to the performance on show day!
Schedule 2 starts NEXT WEEK on October 24!
Rehearsal Schedule 2:
- Posted on the Nutcracker Page by Tuesday, October 20
- Schedule 2 runs for four weeks; through November 14
- We will be running rehearsals on October 31
Getting Ready for the Show
The bullet points
- Rehearsals are held on November 28 (No regular classes during the Thanksgiving break)
- By registering for Not Just Nutcracker 2026, you have signed up for 6 performance tickets (charged to your account on 11/2/2026). Additional tickets go on sale on November 1
- All dancers will need a skin-tone camisole leotard (worn under costumes). Please stop by Sugarplums to purchase before the dress rehearsal on December 5
- Garment bags are required for all performers in Not Just Nutcracker. If you are new to the cast, or need a replacement bag, please stop by Sugarplums to make your purchase
- Shiers Photography will be at the studio during the dress rehearsal on December 5. Please sign up for these optional photos when the form opens on November 1
- Performance tights will be provided to dancers with their costumes. Dancers are responsible for rehearsal tights in the correct colors for their roles, with no holes or tears, for the dress rehearsal
Deadline for Shout Outs and Ads is November 7!
Personal Program Messages and Business Ads
Also now on sale on the Nutcracker page of the website:
Shout Out Messages - a wonderful way to turn your program into a keepsake for your dancer. A few lines of congratulations are always appreciated and one per dancer is included at no charge. Use the business ad form to include a photo with your Shout Out.
Business Ads - 1/4 page through cover pages are available.
Deadline for messages and ads is Saturday, November 7
Is this your first Nutcracker, or do you need a new Dance It Up! garment bag? We have them available for purchase in Sugarplums.
Keep up to date with all things Nutcracker!
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