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EXPERIENCE THE NUTCRACKER BALLET — 2024 SEASON
Note: Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Please visit company's website for more information.
American Ballet Theatre
December 12-22, 2024
Segerstrom Center For The Arts
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
SoCal’s favorite holiday tradition returns with American Ballet Theatre’s critically acclaimed production of The Nutcracker. Created by one of today’s most celebrated choreographers, Alexei Ratmansky, this dazzling holiday treat features ABT’s roster of superstar dancers along with gorgeous sets and costumes by Tony winner Richard Hudson, and Pacific Symphony playing Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
Atlanta Ballet
December 7-26, 2024
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30339
Let Atlanta Ballet transport you and your family into the magical world of The Nutcracker this holiday season. A winter wonderland awaits you, where falling snowflakes, twirling flowers and spinning stars come to life in this reimagined, larger-than-life production, set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score played live by the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra. Make Atlanta Ballet’s The Nutcracker part of your holiday celebration this year. On stage at Cobb Energy Centre, December 7 to 26.
Ballet Project OC
December 20-22, 2024
Yorba Linda Cultural Arts Center
4802 Lakeview Avenue
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Ballet Project OC's production of the "NUTCRACKER SUITE"! Dec 20-22!
Boston Ballet
November 29–December 29, 2024
Citizens Opera House
539 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
At Boston Ballet, The Nutcracker is so much more than a holiday show. This spectacular program includes some of the most technically challenging choreography in classical ballet. From the grand pas de deux to the enchanting snow scene, and the high-flying Russian dancers, the ballet includes stunning performances from every single dancer on stage.
City Ballet of San Diego
December 20-23, 2024
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N. Escondido Blvd.
Escondido, CA 92025
A magnificent holiday tradition with the City Ballet Orchestra, John Nettles conducting. Recipient of the Tommy Award for Best Nutcracker in San Diego. City Ballet of San Diego performs the classic Victorian-era story of the adventures of Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, Herr Drosselmeyer, and the Sugar Plum Fairy told through a magical theatrical experience set to Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s famous score. Young and old alike will be captivated by Elizabeth Wistrich’s choreography, the exquisite costumes and grand sets. Let your childhood dreams return and inspire you to imagine a bygone time.
Charlotte Ballet
December 6-22, 2024
Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
130 N Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
In the heart of Uptown Charlotte at the Belk Theater, the Snow King and Queen bring about frosty festivity this holiday season. Be transported into a winter wonderland, making a delightful stop in the Land of Sweets with Nutcracker and Clara on their mystical adventure.
English National Ballet
November 28, 2024 - January 12, 2025
Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
London Coliseum
A magical Christmas tradition for all the family – in a brand-new production for 2024. This festive season, join Clara on a fantastical adventure where anything is possible. Embark on a journey full of colour and wonder as English National Ballet brings Nutcracker to life with over 100 dancers and musicians.
Grand Rapids Ballet
December 13-22, 2024
DeVos Performance. Hall
303 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
In our 2024-25 Season we ring in the holidays with the 10th anniversary of The Nutcracker. Celebrate a decade of Grand Rapids Ballet’s beloved Nutcracker at DeVos Performance Hall with live accompaniment from the Grand Rapids Symphony to Tchaikovsky’s renowned score. Enjoy your favorite holiday performance with immersive sets imagined by Chris Van Allsburg and designed by Eugene Lee, gorgeous choreography by Val Caniparoli, and memorable dancing by Grand Rapids Ballet’s company dancers.
Hamburg Ballet
December 22, 2024 - January 5, 2025
The Hamburg State Opera
Große Theaterstraße 25
20354 Hamburg, Germany
It has become a tradition for ballet companies all over the world to perform Peter Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" at Christmas time. John Neumeier's version of "The Nutcracker", however, avoids direct reference to Christmas. In his ballet, the central character Marie celebrates her twelfth birthday and is drawn by the mysterious ballet master Drosselmeier into the fascinating world of dance ... It is, in fact, a ballet about ballet itself.
Houston Ballet
November 29 - December 29, 2024
Brown Theatre
501 Texas Avenue
Houston, TX 77002
Experience the ultimate holiday enchantment with Stanton Welch’s The Nutcracker, a cherished Houston tradition. After the annual Stahlbaum Christmas party, embark on a journey through the dazzling Land of Snow to the radiant and jubilant Kingdom of Sweets alongside Clara, Drosselmeyer, and the Prince.
Joffrey Ballet
December 6–28, 2024
Lyric Opera House
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Set to Tchaikovsky’s classic score, The Nutcracker features a celebrated creative team, including two-time Tony Award®-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, Tony Award®-nominated set and costume designer Julian Crouch, Caldecott Medal Award-winning author Brian Selznick, Obie and Drama Desk award-winning puppeteer Basil Twist, Tony Award®-winning lighting designer Natasha Katz and Tony Award®-winning projection designer Ben Pearcy.Â
Los Angeles Ballet
December 6-28, 2024
Pasadena Civic Auditorium
Royce Hall, UCLA
Dolby Theatre
Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker is as much a holiday tradition for Los Angeles as tree lighting at The Grove or watching the floats in the Hollywood Christmas Parade.
Miami City Ballet
December 13-24, 2024
Arsht Center
1200 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132
This winter, the Land of Sweets lands squarely in Miami for a festive holiday spectacle that always delights. Journey once more with over 100 dancers from Miami City Ballet (MCB) into the fantastical world of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, replete with signature choreography set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score.
Nashville Ballet
December 6-26, 2024
Andrew Jackson Hall
505 Deaderick Street
Nashville, TN 37243
Embark on a magical journey this holiday season with Nashville's Nutcrackerby Paul Vasterling, a cherished tradition that brings together history, magic, and dance. Winner of a 2020 Emmy Award-winning film and named the Best Dance Production of 2022 by Broadway World Nashville, this is Nashville’s can’t-miss holiday event. Set against the backdrop of the vibrant city, this performance invites audiences of all ages to revel in the splendor of the Sugar Plum Fairy's kingdom, the fierceness of the Mouse King, and the timeless adventure of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince.
New York City Ballet
November 29, 2024 - January 5, 2025
David H. Koch Theater
20 Lincoln Center Plaza
New York, NY 10023
George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® is one of the most complex theatrical, staged ballets in the New York City Ballet's (NYCB) active repertory. The popularity of the ballet is immense and it provides an unforgettable spark to everyone's holiday season.
National Ballet of Canada
December 6 – 31, 2024
Four Seasons Centre for the
Performing Arts
145 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M5H 4G1
Experience the wonder of the holidays with James Kudelka’sÂThe Nutcracker, a spectacular family production. The adventure begins at a Christmas Eve party in a 19th-century barn and introduces siblings Marie and Misha to delights beyond their wildest dreams, from magical creatures to savoury treats and the glittering land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Set to Tchaikovsky’s famous score and featuring magnificent sets and costumes,ÂThe Nutcracker is an unforgettable tribute to the imagination.
Nutcracker in Havana
November 19, 2024 - January 18, 2025
UK Tour:
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
Richmond Theatre
New Victoria Theatre, Woking
Milton Keynes Theatre
Carlos Acosta’s brand-new production Nutcracker in Havana explodes onto its debut UK tour, featuring new choreography by Carlos Acosta CBE performed by more than 20 dancers from his Cuban company, Acosta Danza. Set to an exuberant Cuban newly-commissioned version of the magnificent Tchaikovsky score, arranged by Cuban composer Pepe Gavilondo, the timeless story is brought to life with ballet at its core, enriched with Acosta Danza’s unique style and with Cuban dance traditions beautifully woven throughout the much-loved and joyful family tale.
Oklahoma City Ballet
December 14-23, 2024
Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Oklahoma City Ballet is delighted to unveil a reimagined version of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker, made possible by the generous sponsorship of Devon Energy and The Chickasaw Nation. Under the visionary leadership of Artistic Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye, our talented team of designers is crafting entirely new sets, props, costumes, hats, wigs, and lighting to bring fresh life to this timeless tale. Ryan is also infusing the production with all-new choreography, blending the cherished traditions of The Nutcracker with exciting new twists that will surprise and delight Oklahoma City audiences.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
November 29 - December 28, 2024
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer Street
Seattle, WA 98109
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® is back and ready to make your holiday season brighter! Join us for the Northwest’s favorite festive tradition, featuring all the sparkle and joy you’ve come to expect. The Nutcracker experience features a picture-perfect lobby, Tchaikovsky’s classic score (played brilliantly by the PNB Orchestra), gorgeous costumes and scenery, impressive performances, and so much more!
Pasadena Dance Theatre
December 20-22, 2024
San Gabriel Mission Playhouse
320 S Mission Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Pasadena Dance Theatre's (PDT) Annual The Nutcracker performances are returning this holiday season, promising magical moments for the entire family! Join us in celebrating this timeless tradition!
Philippine Ballet Theatre
November 30 - December 1, 2024
Samsung Performing Arts Theater
Hippodromo St, Circuit Makati
Makati, 1630 Metro Manila, Philippines
Almost time for PBT's the Nutcracker. A weekend of hopes and dreams performed by none other than your National Performing Arts Company for dance. Sophie Tiangco returns as Clara. As seem by audiences in previous performances we are sure she will once again embody the innocence and wonder of Clara. We can't wait to witness yet another expressive performance.
San Francisco Ballet
December 6-29, 2024
War Memorial Opera House
301 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102
Experience the wonder of your first Nutcracker all over again with San Francisco Ballet (SFB). As the lights fade and Tchaikovsky’s enchanting melodies fill the Opera House, you’ll be whisked away to a fantastical realm where snowflakes dance, flowers waltz, and the Sugarplum Fairy conjures a child's dream. Celebrate 20 years of Tomasson’s beloved holiday classic with us—it's a festive journey you’ll never forget.
The Rock School
December 6-8, 2024
Miller Theatre
250 S Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Usher in the spirit of the holiday season with Clara’s fairytale brought to life. Children of all ages will delight in this beloved classic's charm, beauty, and grandeur, featuring an international cast of award-winning artists from the world-renowned Rock School for Dance. Classic Nutcracker, with light narration, features timeless music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, choreographed after Marius Petipa’s original.
World Ballet Company
November 29 - December 24, 2024
Performed in 17 locations throughout the US
Holidays begin with the Nutcracker! The most favorite Christmas classic of all is coming to your city and you are invited to the show!The Nutcracker, a mesmerizing part of the World Ballet Company, showcases a diverse cast of 40 professional ballet dancers, who come together to breathe new life into this classic holiday tradition.
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Blue Starz Dance and Theatre School
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- https://www.bluestarzdanceandtheatreschool.com/
- INFO@BLUESTARZPRODUCTIONS.COM
- (818) 404-2132
- November 8, 2024
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- Dance Business, Studio, Classes
- https://www.tutuschool.com/shermanoaks
- twirl@tutuschoolshermanoaks.com
- (818) 232-6302
- November 8, 2024
Los Angeles Ballet Academy
- School, Studio, Classes
- https://www.laballetacademy.com/
- hello@laballetacademy.com
- (818) 382-2500
- November 8, 2024
Center Stage Dance
- School, Studio, Classes
- http://centerstagedancela.com/
- info@centerstagedancela.com
- (818) 763-5125
- November 8, 2024
Amp Rehearsal
- Dance Business, Rental
- https://www.amprehearsal.com/
- reservations@amprehearsal.com
- (818) 761-2670
- November 8, 2024
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
- Institution / Venue, Theatre / Stage
- https://www.musiccenter.org/
- general@musiccenter.org
- (213) 972-7211
- September 16, 2024
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DANCER SPOTLIGHT
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
MIN-CHUL JEON
Soloist, Mariinsky Ballet, 2025
Min-Chul Jeon, 20 years old, is set to join the Mariinsky Ballet as Soloist from February 2025. In this video, Min-Chul Jeon is performing Nutcracker 2024 and partnering with Yoon-Joo Lee.
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