American Repertory Ballet brings its production of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” to State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue on December 20, 21 and 22, complete with live orchestra conducted by Kenneth Bean and singers from the Princeton Girlchoir. Shows are December 20 at 7:30 p.m.; December 21 at 2 and 7 p.m.; and December 22 at 1 and 5 p.m. Tickets are $29-$69. Visit Stnj.org. (Photo by Megan Teat)