Jr Workshops
July 13-23 2026 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Mon, Tue, Thur
Ages: 9 – 12 years old
Price: $250
June 13-23 2026 1:00 – 2:30 PM Mon, Tue, Thur
Ages: 12+
Price: $235
Dancers ages 9 and up ate invited to join our summer workshop where they can focus on improving their strength, technique and overall quality in their dancing all while having fun.
Each workshop will meet Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for 2 weeks and include a
- Technique class
- Terminology journal
- Dance craft
- End of workshop showcase
Allen Conservatory of Dance
602 East Main St. Ste E
Allen, TX 75002
Nutcracker 2026 Community Cast Auditions
August 8th & 22nd, 2026 1-4 pm
The Allen Civic Ballet invites dancers ages 5-12 years old to audition for our community cast that will perform in the “Nutcracker” December 2026. More details on our Nutcracker Auditions page!
Allen Conservatory of Dance
602 East Main St., Ste. E
Allen, TX 75002
Nutcracker 2026
December 2026 TBA
Allen Civic Ballet presents “The Nutcracker”
Special guest dancers to be announced and live music by the Allen Philharmonic Orchestra.
The evening begins with a spectacular night of merriment with family and friends. Then Clara’s toy nutcracker comes alive. After defeating the evil Mouse Queen in battle, he whisks her away to the magical Land of Sweets. Upon their arrival, they are greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy who presents every imaginable confection. Enjoy the dances of the Snow Queen and her prince, the Arabian Queen and her handmaidens, the Spanish Chocolate and many more. It will truly be a night to remember!
Allen Performing Arts Center
300 Rivercrest Blvd.
Allen, TX 75002
Tickets will go on sale in late October.
Tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy
December 2026 TBA
Guests are welcomed into the Snow Queen’s Kingdom and served tea, lemonade and treats, while characters from our favorite holiday traditional ballet visit each table. Mother Ginger tells the story of the “Nutcracker” with the help of the characters, after which guests may sit with the Sugar Plum Fairy on her golden, jewel encrusted throne or visit with Clara and the Nutcracker Prince in the Snow Queen’s ice blue sleigh for autographs and photo opportunities.
Oak Point Nature Retreat Center
5901 Los Rios Blvd.
Plano, TX 75074
Tickets will go on sale in late October