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It’s not Christmas without *The Nutcracker!* And in 2024 we are overjoyed to announce the return of __Birmingham Royal Ballet__’s festive favourite to the Royal Albert Hall. This enchanting production, featuring Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, is a sparkling festive treat for the whole family.

Created exclusively for the Royal Albert Hall, with gorgeous period costumes and dazzling projections, this Christmas classic is brought to life by Birmingham Royal Ballet’s world-class dancers and orchestra, the __Royal Ballet Sinfonia__.

Experience the true magic of Christmas, as Clara’s toys come to life at the stroke of midnight. Journey through a fantastical winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes to the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.


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La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra Performs For The First Time At The Salzburg Festival
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025


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!

Engage Dance Theatre Brings THE NUTCRACKER to Raue Center For The Arts
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025


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's THE NUTCRACKER Begins Performances This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025


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 To Host Relaxed Sensory-Friendly Performance of THE NUTCRACKER
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025


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.

Review: THE LITTLE MATCH GIRL PASSION at The Church Of The Intercession
by Gregory Fletcher - Dec 3, 2025


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 THE NUTCRACKER with New Jersey Symphony Begins Performances  December 12
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025


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 to Launch 2026 UK Tour Next Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025


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.

Jeff Hiller Voices Mr. Fir in THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025


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.

Russian National Ballet Brings THE NUTCRACKER to Mexico
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025


The Russian National Ballet's spectacular production of 'The Nutcracker,' a beloved ballet of the classical repertoire, is coming to Puerto Vallarta. Learn more here!

The Finnish National Opera and Ballet Performs THE NUTCRACKER AND THE MOUSE KING
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025


The Finnish National Opera and Ballet will present the beloved holiday classic The Nutcracker and the Mouse King at its Main Stage in Helsinki. Performances run through December 22.

HOLIDAYS IN THE HEART OF BUFFALO To Highlight The City’s Theatre And Entertainment District This December
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025


Buffalo’s Theatre and Entertainment District will launch “Holidays in the Heart of Buffalo,” a new collaborative initiative encouraging residents and visitors to explore downtown performances, restaurants, and seasonal activities throughout December.

National Chamber Ensemble Unveils Winners of the 2025 Young Artist Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025


The National Chamber Ensemble is pleased to announce the results of the 2025 Nancy Peery Marriott Young Artist Competition. This year's event showcased an outstanding group of talented young pianists from Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia.

Previews: THE NUTCRACKER at Ovations Repertory Company
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Dec 1, 2025


From the youngest beginner to seasoned adult, 81 performers unite in a dazzling showcase of artistry. Under the vision of Orlando Peña, the production weaves tradition and innovation into a tapestry of joy, dedication, and community connection.

Western Piedmont Symphony to Present FOOTHILLS POPS: THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025


Western Piedmont Symphony will present FOOTHILLS POPS: THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS. This festive holiday spectacular invites audiences of all ages to celebrate the season with an evening of joyful music, dazzling performances, and heartwarming tradition.

THE NUTCRACKER Opens at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre This Week
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2025


Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT)’s magical, time-honored holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, will open on December 5, 2025, at the Benedum Center. Learn more about the show here!

United Dance Company Brings THE EXTRAORDINARY NUTCRACKER to the Calderwood Pavilion
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2025


United Dance Company will bring its production The Extraordinary Nutcracker back to the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts for two performances.

Interview: Elizabeth Bunch of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at ALLEY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Nov 30, 2025


My biggest goal in the present is Christmas Past. If the Past were past, I'd never be it in the future. I would love to know how to do that.

Review: Cincinnati Ballet’s The Nutcracker at The Kennedy Center
by Hannah R. Wing - Nov 30, 2025


Cincinnati Ballet’s The Nutcracker, choreographed by Victoria Morgan and conducted by Alyssa Wang, is whimsical and magical, a perfect show for the holiday season. 

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 1, 2025- Broadway At the 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade and More
by - Dec 1, 2025


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend. 

Ballet Hispánico Second Company BH2 (BHdos) to Perform in THE NUTCRACKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025


Ballet Hispánico's second Company BH2 will perform in The Catskill Mountain Foundation's annual presentation of The Nutcracker. Ballet Hispánico is the nation's leading Latino dance company and the largest cultural institution of its kind.

Tiler Peck to Return to Westside Ballet to Perform in THE NUTCRACKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2025


This Thanksgiving weekend, New York City Ballet principal Tiler Peck returns to Westside Ballet of Santa Monica-performing as the Sugar Plum Fairy at the nonprofit performance arm of the academy where she trained as a young girl.

Review: NUNCRACKERS: THE NUNSENSE CHRISTMAS MUSICAL at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Nov 27, 2025


What do you call a gaggle of nuns and a monk or two who sing and dance at Christmas? “Nuncrackers; THE Nunsense Christmas Musical,” playing weekends at Theatre 29 through December 7.

Long Island High School for the Arts Student To Perform In Immersive Pre-Show For THE NUTCRACKER at New York Dance Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025


A student from Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts will take part in a special semi-immersive preshow for New York Dance Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker at Hofstra University this December.

Ballet Hispánico Second Company BH2 Performs in THE NUTCRACKER In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025


Ballet Hispánico has announced that their second Company BH2 will perform in The Catskill Mountain Foundation's annual presentation of The Nutcracker from December 6-14.

Nimbus Dance Brings JERSEY NUTCRACKER to Kean University
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025


Kean Stage will present Nimbus Dance’s Jersey Nutcracker for two performances, at 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., on Saturday, December 6 at Wilkins Theatre. Learn more here!

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