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FEATURED TCHAIKOVSKY THE NUTCRACKER - MARIINSKY BALLET
EXPERIENCE THE NUTCRACKER BALLET — 2024 SEASON
Note: Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Please visit company's website for more information.
Alabama Ballet
December 13-23, 2024
Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Alabama Ballet is proud to present George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® as one of only eight companies in the world licensed by the George Balanchine Trust© to perform this holiday masterpiece. Tchaikovsky’s beloved melodies transport the young and young-at-heart to a magical world where mischievous mice besiege a battalion of toy soldiers, and an onstage blizzard leads to an enchanted Land of Sweets. We are thrilled to be accompanied by Alabama Symphony Orchestra for our first five performances.
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.
Australian Ballet
November 30 - December 18, 2024
Joan Sutherland Theatre
Sydney Opera House
Macquarie St
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Sir Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker is a magical production of the beloved festive ballet that remains faithful to the 19th-century original and will fill you with the Christmas spirit. Tchaikovsky’s last ballet score, with its famous motifs and melodies, draws us into the story of Clara, a young ballet student celebrating with her family on Christmas Eve. Veteran designer John F. Macfarlane exquisitely evokes the world of this picture-perfect ballet.
Ballet Chicago
December 13-22, 2024
Harris Theater for Music and Dance
Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture
Through its inspiring story, beautiful music and charming choreography,ÂThe Nutcracker is a celebration of the joyous holiday season.ÂThe Nutcracker takes us on an unforgettable journey with young Marie as she travels from her home on Christmas Eve to the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of the Sweets, featuring George Balanchine's Sugar Plum Fairy Pas de Deux.
Ballet Etudes
November 29-December 22, 2024
Chandler Center for the Arts
Mesa Arts Center
Join Ballet Etudes for our 38th annual production of The Nutcracker! Let Clara's magical journey surround you as she encounters life-size mice, swirling snowflakes, dancing confections and the Sugar Plum Fairy. A feast for the eyes and ears with colorful costumes paired with Tchaikovsky's original score, Ballet Etudes' Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with the entire family.Â
Ballet Met
December 12-28, 2024
Ohio Theatre
39 E State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Your favorite holiday tradition, Gerard Charles’ The Nutcracker, is back beginning December 12 at the historic Ohio Theatre.ÂJoin Clara on her enchanting journey through the Land of Snow and the courts of the Sugarplum Fairy.
Join BalletMet as we share the magic of The Nutcracker across our community this holiday season!ÂWhen attending a performance, you can also make a difference by bringing along an item or two from Mid-Ohio Food Collective's (MOFC) essential needs list. Together, let’s make this season brighter for everyone in our community.
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!
Ballet Theatre of Maryland
November 24 - December 22, 2024
Coppermine Pantherplex, Hampstead, MD
Maryland Hall, Annapolis, MD
Discover the wonder of this timeless holiday tradition and allow yourself to be magically swept away by the tale of the young heroine Clara and her adventures to rescue her beloved Nutcracker from the Rat Queen’s evil spell. Travel with Clara through the whirling Kingdoms of Snow and Sweets to the place where the possibility of dreams, the magic of Christmas, and the wonder of the child merge to reveal her destiny. Experience the power and beauty anew as the mysterious Drosselmeier transports you and Clara back in time to capture the spirit of the holiday season through the language of dance and theatre.Â
Birmingham Royal Ballet
November 28 - December 14, 2024
The Birmingham Hippodrome
Hurst Street
Birmingham B5 4TB
United Kingdom
Dance into Christmas with BRB's magical Christmas production. Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, performed live by the 60-strong Royal Ballet Sinfonia, provides the captivating soundtrack to this festive classic. This sumptuous and timeless production boasts daring swordfights, falling snow, magic, and a 30-foot Christmas tree. Whether you’re yearning for a hint of nostalgia or looking to start a whole new tradition for your family and friends, plan ahead ready to start your 2024 festive season in style.
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.
Carolina Ballet
December 12-24, 2024
Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
2 E South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
This holiday season, rediscover the wonder with Carolina Ballet’s enchanting celebration of The Nutcracker. Our most-attended production ever, this beautiful ballet marries the charm of the original with fresh choreography, vibrant sets, and stunning costumes.
Cary Ballet Company
December 7-22, 2024
AJ Fletcher Opera Theatre, Raleigh, NC
Cary Arts Center, Cary, NC
The Nutcracker is a holiday classic, featuring the magical tale of Clara as she journeys from her home to the Land of Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. The Nutcracker truly is the event of the holiday season, and we hope you join us!
Cincinnati Ballet
December 19-29, 2024
Cincinnati Music Hall
1241 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
This season marks the 50th anniversary of Cincinnati Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. No holiday is complete without a trip to the Land of Sweets! When a curious young girl named Clara receives a magical Nutcracker for Christmas, her dreams come to life. Joined by her Nutcracker Prince, Clara meets the Sugar Plum Fairy and a cast of colorful characters. With Tchaikovsky’s beloved score performed live by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
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.
Dance Theatre of Harlem
December 7-15, 2024
Dance Theatre of Harlem
Everett Center for the Performing Arts
466 West 152nd Street
New York, NY 10031
Join us for our annual Holiday Delight featuring the Dance Theatre of Harlem School in excerpts from The Nutcracker! Hosted by DTH School Director Robert Garland at DTH!
Dance Theatre of New Jersey
December 8, 2024
Bergen County Academies
200 Hackensack Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Dance Theatre of New Jersey presents a traditional full-length Nutcracker! We know that you will be mesmerized by our spectacular dancers, tantalizing special effects, and our attention to making this a production your family will want to return to every year! Why fight the crowds and costs of going into the city, when you can see a great show minutes from your home! The whole family will love it!
Dutch National Ballet
December 12, 2024 - January 2, 2025
Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Amstel 3, 1011 PN
Amsterdam, Netherlands
According to German folk legend, nutcrackers bring good luck. And that’s certainly proven true for the international ballet world. Since the premiere of the original version in 1892, The Nutcracker has become the most popular ballet in the world, especially around Christmas time. That’s also the case in the Netherlands, where more than 300,000 people have already been enchanted by the heart-warming version of the ballet created by Toer van Schayk and Wayne Eagling.ÂDutch National Opera & Ballet recommends that children be at least 8 years old for this performance.
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.
Galmont Ballet
December 20-22, 2024
The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse
300 Brevard Avenue
Cocoa, FL 32922
The longest-running Nutcracker production in Brevard county! Magic returns this holiday season for 21 consecutive years in Brevard County with Galmont Ballet’s sparkling production of the enduring classic THE NUTCRACKER 2024, 17 consecutive years performed at our home venue The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse, with riveting storytelling that will usher young and old alike into a rich and festive holiday mood.
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.
Hong Kong Ballet
December 13-29, 2024
Grand Theatre
Hong Kong Cultural Centre
10 Salisbury Rd
Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Star of Outstanding Award at UNESCO’s 2024 Global Awards for
World Heritage Education Innovative Case!The ultimate holiday tradition returns with Septime Webre’s timeless classic The Nutcracker, filled with Tchaikovsky’s world-famous score, opulent sets and costumes and beloved Hong Kong elements that enchant audiences year after year.Â
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
Kansas City Ballet
December 6–24, 2024
Muriel Kauffman Theatre at the Kauffman Center
for the Performing Arts
1601 Broadway Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64108
Each year, the Kansas City Ballet presents its cherished holiday tradition: The Nutcracker. This timeless production consistently leaves audiences in awe, earning praise such as “positively oozing charm†from The Washington Post. The enduring story, written by E.T.A. Hoffman during the Victorian era, unfolds before your eyes, featuring beloved characters like Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, Dr. Drosselmeier, and the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy.
Lexington Ballet
December 13-22, 2024
Lexington Opera House
401 W Short Street
Lexington, KY 40507
This holiday tradition is an enchanting production that will delight every member of the family! Join Marie on a magical journey with the Sugar Plum Fairy, waltzing flowers, the dancing snowflakes, and, of course, the Nutcracker Prince as they battle the Mouse Queen and travel to the Land of Sweets. With brand new choreography by Artistic Director, Eric Trope, and the Tschaikovsky score you know and love- this is one classic you don’t want to miss!
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.
Marat Daukayev School of Ballet
December 7-8, 2024
The Luckman Theater Cal State LA
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032
The Marat Daukayev Ballet’s production ofThe Nutcracker features dancers whose artistry and poise belie their young ages. This full-length ballet, complete with battling mice and soldiers, an enchanting snowy forest, and Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, is an audience favorite.
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.
Milwaukee Ballet
December 7-24, 2024
The Marcus Performing Arts Center
929 N Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
After its landmark opening year earning universal critical acclaim, Michael Pink’sÂThe Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s ImaginariumÂis back and more magical than ever! Journey into the Imaginarium to experience the wonder of the holidays with our full Company of dancers, students from Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy, and Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's beloved score live.
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.
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.
Nevada Ballet Theatre
December 14-27, 2024
Reynolds Hall at the Smith Center
361 Symphony Park Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89106
A beloved holiday tradition in Las Vegas for over 40 years, NBT’sÂThe Nutcracker is a magical journey through a larger-than-life world filled with waltzing flowers, nimble fairies, and moonlit snow. Glittering holiday cheer abounds as Clara and her handsome Prince travel to a land of toy soldiers where mischievous mice and exotic visitors bring to life one-of-a-kind scenery and props in this uniquely colorful version by James Canfield that has been called“the most visually beautiful production ever staged in Reynolds Hall.â€
New Jersey Ballet
December 1-26, 2024
Union County Performing Arts Center
Bergen Performing Arts Center
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center
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 Mexico Ballet Company
November 30 - December 8, 2024
Popejoy Hall
203 Cornell Drive
Albuquerque, NM 87131
The New Mexico Ballet Company will be joined by the New Mexico Philharmonic and current stars of San Francisco Ballet and New York City Ballet to present this holiday classic. The tradition starts Thanksgiving weekend at Popejoy Hall.
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.
Nutcracker Festival - Oklahoma
December 6-7, 2024
Expo Square SageNet Center
4145 E 21st Street
Tulsa, OK 74114
TheÂNutcracker FestivalÂoffers a distinctive and enchanting holiday experience. This brand-new annual event will seamlessly integrate a variety of holiday-themed activities, avenues for the acquisition of delectable culinary offerings and confections, live presentations featuring local performing arts groups, as well as a preeminent holiday marketplace.
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.
Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
November 6 - December 31, 2024
U.S. Tour:Â
Various Locations Thoughout the U.S.
Talmi Entertainment’s NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet, now celebrating its 32ndÂannual tour, has become a Christmas tradition for families across North America. In 2024, NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet returns to over 100 cities sharing the joy and magic that audiences nationwide have enjoyed for over thirty years. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics!Â
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.
Oregon Ballet Theatre
December 7-24, 2024
Keller Auditorium
222 SW Clay Street
Portland, OR 97201
The irresistible holiday tradition of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® returns to Portland’s Keller Auditorium! Join Marie and her Nutcracker Prince as the mischievous Drosselmeier sends them on a magical adventure. Brave toy soldiers battle villainous mice, candy canes leap and snowflakes whirl, all to Tchaikovsky’s wonderous score – and don’t forget about a Portland Holiday favorite, Mother Ginger! OBT’s 2024 Portland Nutcracker Ballet features an increased number of performances with the OBT Orchestra.
Orlando Ballet
December 6-22, 2024
Steinmetz Hall
445 South Magnolia Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
Indulge in the splendor of this rendition of a cherished holiday tradition that transcends time. Experience the tale of Clara, a young girl, whose extraordinary journey intertwines with that of a life-sized Nutcracker, magically brought to life. Together, they cross whimsical realms, with the challenge of battling the daunting Mouse King. Brace yourself for an unforgettable voyage into a realm where dreams dance to life and wonder knows no bounds.
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!
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
December 6-27, 2024
Benedum Center For The Performing Arts
237 7th Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The dazzling world ofÂThe Nutcracker returns to the Benedum Center this December. Set in turn-of-the-century Pittsburgh,ÂThe Nutcracker sweeps audiences into a thrilling journey with Marie and the Nutcracker Prince as they travel through sparkling snow into the Land of Enchantment. Experience spectacular dance at its finest, colorful characters, gorgeous costumes, stunning scenery and the iconic Tchaikovsky score as you are whisked into the most delightful time of the year.
Plymouth Canton Ballet Company
December 7-8, 2024
Plymouth Salem High School Auditorium
46181 Joy Rd.
Canton, MI 48187
Support PCBC!
Our Ballet Company was saddened by the theft of our Prop Trailer, but the show must go on! A Go Fundme page has been created to help us rebuild for our performances on Dec. 7th/8th. Please click the link for more information.
Royal Danish Ballet
November 23 - December 22, 2024
The Royal Theatre and Chapel
August Bournonvilles Passage 8
1055 Copenhagen K
CVR 10842255
EAN 5798000791282
The Royal Ballet, with George Balanchine's unique choreography and in Anthony Ward's colorful scenography, dances the irresistible adventure of Marie and her nutcracker prince with all that it contains of magic and magic. It is now chiming at a Christmas party with Tchaikovsky’s wonderful music, which you never, ever get tired of listening to, and which most people can hum along. This year, children from the Royal Danish Theatre’s Ballet School and from other ballet schools participate.
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.
Scottish Ballet
December 6, 2024 - February 8, 2025
Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Eden Court, Inverness
His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen
Theatre Royal, Newcastle
Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker brings light and joy to winter for audiences of all ages. With live music played by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra, this ever-popular ballet is the perfect festive treat. This winter, The Nutcracker will be more magical than ever. Choreographer/Director Christopher Hampson CBE, along with Scottish Ballet’s dancers and resident choreographers, are revisiting this beloved production, creating new choreography to infuse it with even more sparkle and excitement, drawing inspiration from our founder Peter Darrell’s original version.
Saint Louis Ballet
November 30 - December 23, 2024
Touhill Performing Arts Center
1 Touhill Cir
St. Louis, MO 63121
The NutcrackerÂdrew record crowds in 2023. Saint Louis Ballet returns to the stage for its Thanksgiving performances ofÂThe NutcrackerÂand in mid-December for more amazing dancing, music and spectacle. But, due to scheduling issues at the venue,ÂThe NutcrackerÂtickets will be in greater demand for fewer performances before the Christmas holiday. Don’t delay! Secure your Nutcracker seats now and take part in what has become a great Saint Louis holiday tradition!
SC Ballet Company
December 5, 2024
Bovard Auditorium
3551 Trousdale Parkway
Los Angeles, CA 90089
SC Ballet Company (BCo) is USC’s only student-run ballet organization. We are devoted to practicing, performing, and choreographing classical, neoclassical, and contemporary ballet. Join us for a magical evening of enchantment as SC Ballet Company presentsÂThe Nutcracker.ÂGet ready to be transported to a world of dancing snowflakes and a journey through the Land of Sweets. Tickets are free, but advanced reservations will be required for all guests.
South Carolina Ballet
November 25 - December 22, 2024
Koger Center For The Arts
1051 Greene St
Columbia, SC 29201
+ Various Locations (See Website)
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.
The Washington Ballet
November 30 - December 29, 2024
Warner Theatre
513 13th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Experience the magic of The Washington Ballet’s charmingly DC The Nutcracker! This D.C.-themed production features dancing cherry blossoms, cardinals, and famous figures like Betsy Ross, Harriet Tubman, and George Washington as the Nutcracker. Amidst the charming streets of Georgetown and cherry blossom trees, stunning dance performances and nods to DC’s rich history make this an unforgettable experience for all ages. The Washington Ballet’s The Nutcracker will transport audiences into a winter wonderland that has become a lasting holiday tradition not to be missed.
Tulsa Ballet
December 8-22, 2024
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
101 E 3rd Street
Tulsa, OK 74103
Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’sÂThe Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by theÂTulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy,ÂThe Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!
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.
THE BALLET WORLD NUTCRACKER GIFTS
The Nutcracker Ballet Holiday Mug
US $12
The Story Orchestra: The Nutcracker
Ages 2-5
The Nutcracker Snow Globe
Lighted Glitter
The Nutcracker Tree Ornaments
Set of 10 Ornaments
The Nutcracker Musical Dome
Featuring Clara
The Nutcracker Ballet Bear
US $25
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Los Angeles Ballet Academy
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Amp Rehearsal
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