When Dudamel last led The Nutcracker in concert with the LA Phil in 2013, the Los Angeles Times’ Mark Swed raved the beloved music was “irresistible” and “reinvigorated,” noting it was a rare treat to experience Tchaikovsky’s score treated as the main attraction with nuance and flow. This December, hear Dudamel bring out the drama and many colors of this holiday favorite in a concert performance of the classic ballet, featuring dance elements.