'The Nutcracker Dipped in Chocolate' is a culturally significant performance on stage in Philly

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Chocolate Ballerina Company is a nonprofit that brings the pointe shoes directly to Philadelphia youth.

"We go into the community to offer free ballet classes and we are a professional, African-American and diverse ballet company," said Founder and CEO, Chanel Holland-Pierre.

This month they're setting the stage for a big performance in the city.

"The Nutcracker Dipped in Chocolate" will be taking the well-known holiday story and infusing African images and culture within it.

"It's what we are and what we do to make sure that black and brown ballerinas are seen on a platform to be taken not only seriously, but to be a part of history," said Holland-Pierre.

"The Nutcracker Dipped in Chocolate" takes place from December 21st to December 22nd.

For more information, check out the video above.

Also, check out their website.