Judging by the fussing toddlers we see at just about every performance of The Nutcracker, it might not be quite as magical for kids as parents expect. So why not pair the iconic holiday ballet with something a little more hands-on (assuming you can swing the price)?
On November 22 and 23, the Los Angeles Ballet—which is celebrating its 20th anniversary—will take excerpts of its Nutcracker show to teatime at the Waldorf Astoria for its annual fundraiser. The Beverly Hills hotel will host morning and afternoon sessions of high tea that include holiday crafts, dancing with Clara and her doll friends, and new Nutcracker-themed photo ops. Meanwhile, grown-ups can get some shopping done at the on-site boutique and its luxury pop-ups.
Tickets support the ballet company’s outreach and education programs, so you’ll need to pay fundraiser prices to attend. Though with individual tickets priced at $250 this year, it’s a bit more accessible than it has been in the past.