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Nimbus Dance’s Jersey Nutcracker will tour across New Jersey for the first time, with performances at Kean Stage (Dec. 6), NJPAC (Dec. 12–13), and the Nimbus Arts Center (Dec. 19–23).

The City of Beverly Hills and the Rodeo Drive Committee will present the return of one of Southern California’s most beloved holiday traditions – a sparkling and magical program of holiday décor and entertainment.

This December, Greenville’s Centre Stage will unwrap the holiday season with the uproarious comedy Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) by Michael Carlton, James FitzGerald, and John K. Alvarez.

Boston Ballet will present Mikko Nissinen's critically acclaimed The Nutcracker. The production returns with its inspiring choreography, timeless score, and stunning sets and costumes.

From annual traditions like New Jersey Ballet's The Nutcracker to shows featuring a flavor of country, rock and pop and jazz, MPAC will host a line-up of fun and entertaining holiday events for all tastes. Learn more!

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts announced that Jonathan McPhee, Conductor Emeritus of the Boston Ballet and Music Director at the Lexington Symphony, will lead this year's production of The Nutcracker.

Ballet Ariel will present a duo of ballets December 12-28, original productions of Little Women accompanied by live music by Gossamer Winds, and the Nutcracker Suite, performed at two locations.

Connecticut Ballet Artistic Director Brett Raphael has revealed a list of guest stars for the company's 41st annual production of The Nutcracker. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Alameda Civic Ballet has announced that Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luzemberg Santana, principal dancers of the Indianapolis Ballet, will appear as guest artists in the company’s 2025 production of The Nutcracker.

Ensemble Arts Philly is ringing in the 2025 holiday season with a lineup of performances and community events spanning gospel, jazz, Broadway, cabaret, and classical music.

Paris Ballet and Dance's annual performance of The Nutcracker is set to return to The Palm Beaches this November-taking center stage as the holiday season's most iconic tradition. Learn more!

Ansel Elgort makes his dance debut as 'The Godfather' in Quadrophenia, A Rock Ballet at New York City Center, Nov 14-16, 2025.

Cape Town City Ballet welcomes four new international talents to its ranks ahead of the highly anticipated Coppélia, opening this Friday 21 October at the Artscape Opera House for a limited season.

Peninsula Lively Arts will celebrate the 2025 holiday season with three distinct takes on The Nutcracker: Nutcracker Sweets (Dec. 6–7), Hip-Hop Nutcracker (Dec. 20), and The Nutcracker (Dec. 21).

Sir Michael Palin has voiced his support for artsdepot as part of its anniversary programming, which blends new comedy, theatre, family shows and 'matinee meet-ups' that could help combat loneliness. Learn more!

This Christmas, Birmingham Royal Ballet will present two beloved productions of The Nutcracker in both Birmingham and London. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

The San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra (SFSYO) and Wattis Foundation Music Director Radu Paponiu will perform five concerts during the 2025–26 season, beginning with their season-opening performance in November.

YOSHIKO AND KAMIKUSA, and LUZEMBERG SANTANA, principal dancers of the Indianapolis Ballet, will be the guest artists in the Alameda Civic Ballet's production of The Nutcracker.

Los Angeles Ballet has revealed its 2025/2026 season, marking a major milestone with the Company’s 20th anniversary. Learn the full season lineup here!

The Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center is holding open auditions for the wacky holiday musical NUNCRACKERS – The Nunsense Christmas Musical. Learn how to audition here!

United Dance Company is celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with the start of rehearsals for The Extraordinary Nutcracker, returning to Boston’s Calderwood Pavilion December 6–7, 2025.

Internationally recognized ballet dancer Justin Valentine will appear as a guest artist with Palmetto Ballet Theatre in Simone Cuttino’s A Night Under The New Moon. The production will be performed October 10–11, 2025, at Lexington 2 Performing Arts Center in West Columbia, SC.

Northern Ballet’s The Nutcracker will return to Leeds Grand Theatre for the holidays, running December 18, 2025 – January 4, 2026. Featuring David Nixon’s choreography and Tchaikovsky’s famous score performed live.

Since Giselle opened in Paris in 1841, its poignant themes of betrayal and mercy have been captivating audiences worldwide. With music by Adolphe Adam and choreography based on Petipa’s late-19th-century revivals, Giselle has become the epitome of Romantic-era ballet.

Convergence Ballet has announced its 2025–2026 season under new Artistic Director Ian Parsons. Highlights include The Nutcracker at Herberger Theater Center (December 12–14, 2025) and a Spring Gala at Dorrance Theater (April 26, 2026) featuring Parsons’ new choreography.