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​​Debbie Allen Dance Academy To Present The 15th Annual HOT CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025


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.

BWW Q&A: Nicole Kelsh Talks THE NUTCRACKER at Ballet Theatre of Maryland
by Joshua Wright - Dec 8, 2025


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.

Exclusive Photos: New York City Children’s Theater’s MY FIRST NUTCRACKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025


New York City Children’s Theater is continuing its 29th season with  MY FIRST NUTCRACKER, a holiday classic reimagined for ages 3 to 8 to provide family entertainment in a  50-minute holiday show. See photos!

Varna International Ballet Brings SWAN LAKE, THE NUTCRACKER, and CINDERELLA to Bradford Live
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025


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!

Review: Philadelphia Ballet's Holiday Staple The Nutcracker Returns to the Academy of Music
by Scott Serio - Dec 7, 2025


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

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.

Review: STEP AFRIKA! MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW at Arena Stage
by Emily Berger - Dec 7, 2025


DC’s own Step Afrika! returned to Arena Stage on Friday for its annual Magical Musical Holiday Step Show. What did our critic think of STEP AFRIKA! MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW at Arena Stage?

MBS Productions' THE BEULAVILLE BAPTIST BOOK CLUB PRESENTS: A BUR-LESS-Q NUTCRACKER Returns
by Gillian Blum - Dec 6, 2025


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 THE CHRISTMAS SHOW Starts Run December 12
by Gillian Blum - Dec 6, 2025


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

Santa Claus Joins St. Pete Opera's HOLIDAY SPARKLE
by Gillian Blum - Dec 6, 2025


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.

THE NUTCRACKER Returns To Bucks County With Mid Atlantic Dance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025


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.

Celebrate The Holidays At The Moss Cultural Arts Center With December Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025


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.

Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes And Jamal Shead Debut As Cannon Dolls In THE NUTCRACKER
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025


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 to Premiere New Version of THE NUTCRACKER in 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025


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. 

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.

Hoff-Barthelson Music School To Present UNITED IN PURPOSE II: Youth Orchestras Winter Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025


Hoff-Barthelson Music School will present United in Purpose II, the 2025 Youth Orchestras Winter Concert, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7:00 pm at the Sommer Center at Iona University, 171 White Plains Road in Bronxville.

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.

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