Though ballet dancers often make partnering seem easy, gracefully maneuvering across the stage, the technique takes time, patience and trust. The leads of this year's Chico Community Ballet performance of "The Nutcracker" told The Orion what partnering is like and what it takes.

The Orion spoke with Jenna Large, who will portray Clara from "The Nutcracker" Dec. 4-7, about the show, snowflakes and physical therapy.