Illustration of three felt snowmen in knit hats and scarves beside red stage curtains, with a small Christmas tree nearby (Once Upon A Christmas)

Once Upon A Christmas

Audiences watch a narrated holiday ballet set in Santa’s Workshop, where toys come to life and holiday magic unfolds. Performed primarily by youth dancers of the Ballet Joyeux, the show weaves classical dance and storytelling together. The performance explores an uplifting tale of confidence, kindness, and inner strength.

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Accessibility

The Lesher Center is wheelchair accessible and equipped with assistive listening systems for hearing-impaired patrons.

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Location

Lesher Center for the Arts · 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, California 94596 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday ballet audiences

Vibe

Festive and heartwarming

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Use the restroom before taking your seat, since the approximately 90-minute performance has no intermission or scheduled break.
  • Request special seating when purchasing tickets if you need it; the ticket office asks patrons to share requirements at that time.
  • Buy through LesherArtsCenter.org or the ticket office to ensure tickets come from an authorized seller.
  • Arrive before the last half-hour rush if you need ticket-office help; staff may not be able to handle future sales close to curtain.
  • Non-season tickets may be exchanged for another performance of the same event, subject to availability, before the performance date for $5 per ticket.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Once Upon A Christmas suitable for children?

The ballet is described as a festive tradition for all ages.

What happens in the ballet?

The narrated story takes place in Santa’s Workshop, where toys come to life, and explores confidence, kindness and inner strength.

Who performs in the show?

The Ballet Joyeux dancers perform; the cast is all or mostly youth performers.

How long should I allow for the performance?

It lasts about 90 minutes, with no intermission.

Can tickets be exchanged if plans change?

Tickets may be exchanged for another performance of the same event, subject to availability; exchanges are not possible after the performance date.

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