The San Jose Dance Theater brings imagination to life in the classic ballet The Nutcracker

SAN JOSE, Calif (KGO) -- The Nutcracker ballet was first performed 123 years ago in Russia and over the years, have become a holiday tradition for many families. The San Jose Dance Theater has been presenting The Nutcracker for 54 years and you can still see it this month.

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