THE NUTCRACKER: A Canadian Tradition

The City of Mississaugas premier centre for arts and culture is excited to welcome patrons to see an incredible line-up of live events and entertainment, from symphonies to rock shows, ballets, and much more. The Living Arts Centres underground parking is open during regular facility hours and during events. Underground parking is free on weekdays after 6 p.m. and on weekends. The parking lot entrance is on the West side of the facility, on Living Arts Drive between Prince of Wales Drive and Princess Royal Drive. Clearly marked wheelchair access parking spaces are located next to the elevators on levels P1 and P2. Paid on-street parking is also available on Living Arts Drive & Prince of Wales Drive in designated spots. To learn more about the rates and locations for on-street parking, please visit the Citys metered on-street parking information. For more information about paid parking, call 905-615-4400 or email paid.parking@mississauga.ca. Holiday magic is made year after year by Ballet Jörgens traditional treasure The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition. Created by acclaimed choreographer and Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen to Tchaikovskys well-loved score, this delightful classic is a favourite that brings magic to the holidays. Born from a collaboration with Kleinburgs world renowned McMichael Canadian Art Collection, and with well over 100 costumes in richly coloured fabrics, The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition brings out the magic of Canada. 20th Century landscapes make up the stunning 30-foot backdrops, including Franklin Carmichaels Church and Houses at Bisset (1931), Tom Thompsons Snow in the Woods (1916), and L.L. Fitzgeralds Trees and Wildflowers (1922). This is a beautiful Canadian work, and audiences are taken on Klaras familiar, magical dream journey as she arrives in Canada and experiences winter landscapes filled with snowflakes, lumberjacks, Mounties, and creatures of the woods.