Laney College's Dance Department presented "Nutcracker International", a new take on the classic ballet. Artistic Director Priya Shah worked with several Choreographers to create a home-grown Nutcracker centered in Oakland, California. "Nutcracker International" highlights the many communities found in Oakland, including the Aztec, African American, Haitian, Cambodian, Vietnamese, and LGBTQ communities. This event took place in the Laney College Theater on December 20, 2013.