Harper Staton-Todaro, a Third Grader at Oakdale Elementary School, will perform in Anthony Williams' "Urban Nutcracker" for the first time.  

Fusing Tchaikovsky's classic score with Duke Ellington's jazz interpretation, the "Urban Nutcracker" puts a modern spin on the 19th century fairy tale with classic ballet, tap, hip hop, swing, flamenco, traditional Chinese and more!  

Performances will run from Dec. 8 through 23 at John Hancock Hall, 180 Berkeley Street, Boston.  Tickets can be purchased atwww.urbannutcrackerboston.com or calling (888) 596-1027.