FADC's The Nutcracker at The Lyric Theatre

08/30/2026

✨ YOU’RE INVITED! ✨

Join Florida Arts & Dance Company for a beloved holiday tradition.

🎄 FADC’s THE NUTCRACKER 🎄
at The Lyric Theatre

🩰 Follow Clara on her enchanting journey filled with dancing snowflakes, the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Nutcracker Prince, and all the wonder of the season!

Saturday, December 12th
✨ 2:00 PM
✨ 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 13th
✨ 3:00 PM

📍 The Lyric Theatre
59 SW Flagler Avenue
Stuart, FL 34994

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now

https://www.lyrictheatre.com/show/11957-fadcs-the-nutcracker

Bringing a group?
Group ticket sales are available by calling The Lyric Theatre at 772-286-7827.

Come celebrate the season with us and experience the beauty, joy, and timeless tradition of The Nutcracker! 🎄🩰✨

The Nutcracker is a beloved classical ballet that tells a story of a young girl named Clara who falls asleep and begins a magical dream. Her journey takes her through an exciting battle with toy soldiers and mice, into a wonderland filled with dancing snowflakes, and to the enchanting Land of Sweets...

08/19/2026

🎄 WHERE HOLIDAY DREAMS TAKE THE STAGE… 🎄✨

Have you ever dreamed of dancing through the magical world of The Nutcracker?🩰❄️🎁

Your Nutcracker story could begin right here!

Florida Arts & Dance Company invites intermediate & advanced ballet dancers to audition for our beloved holiday production! ✨

And for our littlest dancers, the magic begins without an audition! 💫 Beginners ages 5 & up do not need to audition and may participate in select roles.

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026

Pre-Registration is required!

⏰ Registration: 12:30 PM

🩰 Lead Role Auditions: 1:00–4:00 PM

📍 Florida Arts & Dance Company

1484 SW 34th St., Palm City

📋 Advance registration is required for all dancers wishing to participate.

Step into a world where toy soldiers come to life, dolls dance, snowflakes twirl, and holiday dreams unfold on stage. ❄️🩰✨

Whether this is your very first Nutcracker or a tradition you look forward to every year, there’s a place for you in the magic.

🎁 Come be part of 30 years of Nutcracker magic at FADC and one of Martin County’s favorite holiday traditions!

✨ The curtain is waiting… will you be part of the story? ✨

Text 772-288-4150 to receive more information!

07/21/2026

It’s Christmas in July!

🎄🩰 FADC’s The Nutcracker
is officially on sale!

The holiday magic begins now. Whether you’re returning to a cherished family tradition or experiencing the wonder for the very first time, now is the best time to secure your seats before the most popular performances sell out.

A little Christmas in July? We think so. ✨

P.S. Planning a holiday outing with family and friends? Call The Lyric Box Office to
Purchase Group Discount tickets of 10 or more! 772-286-7827

🎟️ Buy Tickets: Reserve your seats today!

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07/21/2026

It’s Christmas in July!

🎄🩰 FADC’s The Nutcracker
is officially on sale!

The holiday magic begins now. Whether you’re returning to a cherished family tradition or experiencing the wonder for the very first time, now is the best time to secure your seats before the most popular performances sell out.

A little Christmas in July? We think so. ✨

P.S. Planning a holiday outing with family and friends? Call The Lyric Box Office to
Purchase Group Discount tickets of 10 or more! 772-286-7827

🎟️ Buy Tickets: Reserve your seats today!

The Nutcracker is a beloved classical ballet that tells a story of a young girl named Clara who falls asleep and begins a magical dream. Her journey takes her through an exciting battle with toy soldiers and mice, into a wonderland filled with dancing snowflakes, and to the enchanting Land of Sweets...

07/04/2026

🇺🇸🩰 Happy 4th of July from all of us at Florida Arts & Dance! ❤️🤍💙

Today we celebrate the freedoms that allow creativity, community, and the arts to flourish. We are so grateful for our amazing dancers, families, teachers, and supporters who inspire us every day.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful holiday filled with family, fun, and celebration. Keep dancing, keep dreaming, and have a wonderful Independence Day! 🇺🇸✨

06/18/2026

Thirty years ago, Florida Arts & Dance Company was founded with a simple but powerful belief: dance can change lives.

Since 1996, FADC has been much more than a dance studio. We’ve been a place where children build confidence, friendships, discipline, creativity, and a sense of belonging.

Over the years, thousands of young people have stepped through our doors. Some arrived shy and unsure of themselves. Others came looking for an outlet, a challenge, or a community. Through dance, they discovered strengths they never knew they had.

Today, our mission continues far beyond the studio walls. Through scholarships, community outreach, and our Dance into Health program in Martin County schools, we bring the benefits of movement and the arts to children of all abilities.

While many know us for our performances like FASC’s The Nutcracker and our annual end of year show, the real magic happens every day; in the friendships formed, the confidence gained, the goals achieved, and the lives touched.

As we celebrate 30 years of Building Strong Youth Through the Power of Dance, we are grateful for every dancer, family, teacher, volunteer, donor, and supporter who has been part of our story.

And the best part? Our story is still being written. ❤️

06/17/2026

🎄✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🎄

Florida Arts & Dance Company proudly presents The Nutcracker at the beautiful Lyric Theatre in Downtown Stuart!

📅 December 11 & 12, 2026

Join us for this beloved holiday tradition filled with enchanting music, beautiful dancing, dazzling costumes, and the magic of the season. Gather your family and friends and mark your calendars now!

More details, performance times, and ticket information coming soon.

🎁 Celebrate the holidays with FADC and make The Nutcracker part of your family’s holiday tradition!

06/15/2026

Mina Hamilton, Program Director

Mina Hamilton serves as Florida Arts & Dance Company’s Program Director. In this role, she manages studio operations, serves as our office manager, teaches Pre-Ballet and Ballet classes, leads our Dance into Health program in the Martin County School District, coordinates our annual Nutcracker and End-of-Year performances, and oversees our summer camp programs.

Mina’s journey with Florida Arts & Dance Company began at the age of five when she enrolled as a student. She trained extensively in ballet under the direction of Tatiana Kopp and developed a lifelong passion for dance and arts education.

After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Florida Atlantic University, Mina continued to teach here at FADC. Through her dedication, leadership, and commitment to our mission, she advanced through the organization and now serves as Program Director.

Mina is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for young dancers to grow in confidence, artistry, and character. Her deep connection to FADC, combined with her experience in both arts education and administration, makes her an invaluable leader and mentor within our community. 🩰✨

06/05/2026

Florida Arts & Dance (FADC)

Providing exceptional ballet and dance training for all ages in a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports the confidence, creativity, health, and holistic well-being of every dancer.

Summer Programs are available!
Text 772-288-4150 for more info 🩰

05/11/2026

Let’s Dance this Summer!!

Summer at FADC is going to be magical ✨

From Creative Arts Camp for our youngest artists, to Ballet Intensive and Nutcracker Bootcamp for dedicated dancers… we have something for every age and stage this summer! 🩰🎨🎭

A summer filled with creativity, confidence, movement, and fun ❤️

Spots are limited!
📍Palm City
📞 772-288-4150