STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- For those who haven't heard -- and we can't imagine who hasn't -- an intriguing evening of sophistication and glamour is on the horizon. Ellen Tharp, artistic director of the Staten Island Ballet, invites you to board Snowball Airlines ...

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Ellen Tharp, second from left, top row, and members of the Staten Island Ballet, pause for a photo op at the Hollywood Glamour Snowball Gala at the Hilton Garden Inn, Saturday evening. (Staten Island Advance/Carol Ann Benanti)

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Go expecting all the holiday memories the music and the story of the great ballet brings. But also go expecting a Staten Island twist with a diverse cast.

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The Staten Island Ballet will kick off this seasons performance of the Nutcracker this weekend

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