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Uptown Dance Academy
The 21st Annual Black Nutcracker

Uptown Dance Academy creates a magical modern-day African-American version of this Russian classic. The Nutcracker features an eclectic mix of hip-hop, classical ballet, cha-cha slide and African Dance on pointe! Includes Tchaikovsky’s score, as well as music from Duke Ellington, the Commodores and live African drumming. Perfect for all ages.

Below is the updated performance schedule of UDA’s Black Nutcracker.

Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. – School Groups
Friday, December 16, 2016 at 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. – School Groups
Friday, December 16, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. – General Audiences



Presented by Uptown Dance Academy in partnership with Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture