Review: ENB NUTCRACKER, London Coliseum
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 15, 2025
If your festive wish-list includes being whisked away to a land of shimmering magic and charming story-telling, ENB have the ideal antidote to the winter drizzle outside with the first revival of their version of Nutcracker that debuted last year. Aaron S. Watkin and Arielle Smit bring a welcome change from the confused storytelling of Wayne Eagling's previous iteration, with a sugary delight of a show.
Review: The Washington Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at Warner Theatre
by Audrey Cahak - Dec 12, 2025
The Washington Ballet’s The Nutcracker was a faithful rendition of the holiday classic with a whimsical Washingtonian twist. When it comes to the ballet classic Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, you'll find that each company strives to find a way to make it new again.
Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme to Livestream Holiday Show
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025
BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon will host a global livestream of this year’s all-new iteration of “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” on December 23 at 7PM PST. Tickets to the livestream event are available now.
Review: THE RED SHOES, Sadler's Wells Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - Dec 12, 2025
I couldn't help but get swept away by The Red Shoes. A rich blend of romantic storytelling and cinema, this production showcases the best Matthew Bourne has to offer as a love letter to ballet in its purest (and most haunting) form. If you're unable to find a production of The Nutcracker this holiday season, a trip to Sadler's Wells will more than suffice.
Feature: A Symphonic Holiday Tradition Returns
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 10, 2025
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.
THE NUTCRACKER AND MARIE To Be Presented In New York And New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025
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.
Feature: NEVADA BALLET THEATRE UNVEILS GEORGE BALANCHINE'S THE NUTCRACKER
by Debbie Hall - Dec 9, 2025
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.
Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Lyric Opera Of Chicago
by Tina St. Angelo - Dec 7, 2025
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.