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Center for Ballet Arts

Experience the joy of dance in Fairfax, VA with our range of ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, and tap classes.

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Nutcracker in a Nutshell

December 20-21 at 3 PM

Join CBA for an abridged, 75-minute one-act version of the beloved holiday classic

Tickets on sale November 30 at 11 AM

Performances

The Center for Ballet Arts is a community dance studio offering a range of classes in ballet, pointe, modern, tap, and jazz.

Located in Fairfax, VA, near the intersection of Waples Mill Road and Fairfax Boulevard, CBA houses three spacious, air-conditioned studios with sprung Marley floors and glass doors.

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Classes
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Performances

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Nutcracker in a Nutshell is an abridged, one-act take on the beloved holiday classic. At around 75 minutes, the show is perfect for family and friends of all ages, including first time audience members. đź—“ December 20-21, 2025 at 3 PM đź“ŤOakton High
There is less than one week left to get your orders in for Nutcracker and Studio Spiritwear! This year‘s Nutcracker in a Nutshell design is available as a long-sleeve shirt, sweatshirt, and sweatpants, along with studio shorts, t-shirts, and cr
Meet Clara! đź©° Nutcracker rehearsals are underway and we can’t wait to introduce you to this year’s cast. Sophia Edwards and Teagan Beyer will dance the role of Clara on December 20 and 21 at Oakton High School. Tickets go on sale later t

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We can’t wait to dance with you!