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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet brings the beloved Tchaikovsky score to life with grand sets, puppetry, and spectacular costumes. Now in its 33rd annual tour, this community-minded production travels to 80+ cities across North America each year, drawing a quarter-million audience members while spreading a message of peace and harmony. Our guide covers the performer's story, key repertoire, and where to catch the show on the 2025 tour.

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From intimate regional venues to major theaters, Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet combines world-class artistry with a welcoming, family-friendly experience. Secure your seats through Gold Coast Tickets and enjoy easy, no-fuss purchasing. Follow the official channels for the latest updates and community programs like Dance With Us, designed to engage dancers of all ages and levels.

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Quick Facts About Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

  • 33rd annual tour in 2025, visiting 80+ cities across North America (and drawing a quarter-million audience members per year).
  • Official 2025 start: Kirkland Fine Arts Center, Millikin University, Decatur, IL on November 2, 2025.
  • Selected 2025 tour venues include: DPAC (Durham, NC) on November 23; Boch Center – Shubert Theatre (Boston, MA) on November 29; Ovens Auditorium (Charlotte, NC) on November 15; Palace Theatre Albany (Albany, NY) on December 3; Thomas Wolfe Auditorium (Asheville, NC) on December 9; Music Hall at Fair Park (Dallas, TX) on December 12; Bakersfield Fox Theater (Bakersfield, CA) on December 19; Abilene Auditorium (Abilene, TX) on December 31.
  • Music is the Nutcracker score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; the production is known for its grand sets, puppetry, and large-scale costumes.
  • International principal artists hail from Ukraine, Japan, Turkey and Kazakhstan; the show emphasizes a message of peace and harmony and includes a long-standing community-engagement element (Dance With Us program).
  • Notable recognition includes performances attended by high-profile figures (e.g., Barack and Michelle Obama) and regular coverage as a major holiday tradition.

From intimate regional venues to major theaters, Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet combines world-class artistry with a welcoming, family-friendly experience. Secure your seats through Gold Coast Tickets and enjoy easy, no-fuss purchasing. Follow the official channels for the latest updates and community programs like Dance With Us, designed to engage dancers of all ages and levels.

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