3 hrs ago S.F. Opera, (Ballet slipper) Ballet seasonal

3 hrs ago S.F. Opera, Ballet seasonal delights San Francisco Examiner - SAN FRANCISCO ( Map , News ) - San Francisco Ballet and ballet slipper Opera patrons are enjoying some holiday magic this month all for a good cause. First off, the San Francisco Opera Guild hosts Tis the Season, a holiday party on Thursday from 6 to 9 Source: www.examiner.com A tradition in transition Boston Globe - For a child, there is no better introduction to the world of ballet than "The Nutcracker." It's colorful and ballet slipper accessible, with a child-centric story fueled by Tchaikovsky's exquisite score. And Boston Ballet's production is one of the most beloved Source: www.boston.com Go & Do - Portsmouth area events Portsmouth Herald - This year's celebration features "Figgy Pudding," a quarter of Victorian carolers; a gallery of glittering ice sculptures; costumed members of the Ballet New England "An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker" cast; the award-winning, 85-member Portsmouth High Source: www.seacoastonline.com 32 orchestra members resign Manassas Journal Messenger - Under the right circumstances, and ballet slipper I can't say what that is at this point," said Chris Moehlenkamp, adding that all the musicians have other freelance work. In fact, 29 of the former 32 members will perform with the Manassas Ballet Theatre as the Source: www.manassasjm.com