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The cast and creative team has been revealed for Who Let The Gods Out – a hilarious brand-new stage musical based on the first adventure in the brilliant ‘Who Let The Gods Out’ series.

Philadelphia Ballet dancer Nick Patterson, now in remission from Stage 4 Hodgkin’s lymphoma, will debut as Cavalier in this year’s production of The Nutcracker.

There are many holiday viewing traditions here in the DMV covering all genres of entertainment. Ford’s Theatre’s production of A Christmas Carol and Washington Ballet’s The Nutcracker at the Warner Theatre are just two productions that audiences keep returning to year after year.

Time Capsule Project and Art Couriers International will present The Nutcracker and Marie, a new reimagined adaptation of the holiday classic. The production blends traditional ballet with additional dance styles and includes interactive components for families.

Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) launches a completely reimagined production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, running December 13–28. With dazzling visuals, radiant choreography and the timeless Tchaikovsky score, this new production promises to inspire awe and create joyful holiday memories for audiences of all ages.

Emmy, Golden Globe and Honorary Oscar Award winner Debbie Allen brings her acclaimed holiday spectacular, the Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA)'s 15th Annual Hot Chocolate Nutcracker.

This holiday season, Ballet Theatre of Maryland will present a world-premiere Annapolis-themed production of THE NUTCRACKER, featuring entirely new sets, costumes, and choreography.

Varna International Ballet is bringing beloved classics Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and, new for 2026, Cinderella, to Bradford Live in January 2026. Learn more here!

Philadelphia Ballet's Holiday Staple The Nutcracker Returns to the Academy of Music in Center City Through New Year's Eve.

There are 2 artistic performances in Chicago when you know its Christmastime. One is the Goodman’s A Christmas Carol and the other is the Joffrey Ballet’s Nutcracker at the Lyric.

MBC Productions' The Beulaville Baptist Book Club Presents: A Bur-Less-Q Nutcracker, the longest-running Nutcracker in Texas history, returns for its 17th season.

St. George Theatre's Christmas Show starts performances December 12 on Staten Island — Performances are Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 14.

Santa is coming to Holiday Sparkle at St. Pete's Opera in St. Petersburg, Florida — stop by the lobby and take a picture with the jolly gent after the show.

Mid Atlantic Dance Theater will return to the Zlock Performing Arts Center this December with THE NUTCRACKER, marking the company’s first full staging of the ballet since 2019.

The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center will present a series of holiday performances throughout December, with tickets now available for The Nutcracker and Seraphic Fire’s ’Twas the Night Before Christmas.

The National Ballet of Canada has announced the lineup of guest Cannon Dolls for the 2025 run of The Nutcracker, including Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes and Jamal Shead, who made their debuts on December 19.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will debut an all-new production of The Nutcracker in December 2027. This is an opportunity for both PBT and for Pittsburgh audiences to experience an updated adaptation of this cherished holiday tradition. 

For the very first time in the rich history of the theatre, the Music Director and the La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra have been invited to perform at the famous Salzburg Festival. Learn more here!

Raue Center For The Arts will welcome the return of Engage Dance Theatre’s holiday classic, The Nutcracker, running December 19–21, 2025. Learn more about the production here!

Inland Pacific Ballet will present its annual production of THE NUTCRACKER this holiday season, with four performances at Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont (December 13–14) and three performances at the Fox Performing Arts Center in Riverside (December 20–21).

Los Angeles Ballet has announced the addition of a sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker, on December 26 at 2:00 pm at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

Performed with exquisite control by the Ekmeles Vocal Ensemble, the hour-long concert of DAVID LANG'S THE LITTLE MATCH GIRL PASSION becomes something far larger than the sum of its parts.

New Jersey Ballet's presentation of the The Nutcracker comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center for 15 performances beginning Friday, December 12 at 7:30 pm.

Varna International Ballet and Orchestra will return to the UK in 2026, with its most extensive tour to date. Presented by RG Live, Varna International Ballet brings beloved classics Swan Lake, and more to the stage.

Emmy Award winner Jeff Hiller has been confirmed to voice the character of Mr. Fir in The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show 2025 tour. Mr. Fir serves as the narrator for the show this year and is puppeteered by Greg Pinsoneault.