This reimagined production of The Nutcracker with costumes and sets by Robert Perdziola and choreography by Boston Ballet director Mikko Nissinen, is always the centerpiece of the company's season. With The New York Times describing the production as "elegant and theatrically striking," the annual performance of Nissinen's Nutcracker is a Christmas event not to be missed!

A whirlwind of classical ballet, hip hop, swing, flamenco, urban tap, and step, Tony Williams' Urban Nutcracker turns the traditional tale on its head and gives it new life. Now in its 21st year, the electrifying production reflects the rich multiculturalism of Boston by forgoing the stuffy Victorian-era setting, making it relatable with modern music and choreography as danced by kids and adults of all shapes, sizes, and abilities.

Christmas is in jeopardy as Dr. Seuss's mean old Grinch conspires to steal it away from the folks in Whoville in this ballet adaptation of the holiday favorite! Presented by Safe Haven Ballet and with choreography by Miranda Bailey, this is a festive story which all of the family can enjoy at the Capitol Center for the Arts!

The Safe Haven Ballet lay on a veritable festive feast the whole family will love as they return this year with their production of The Nutcracker! Brimming with enchanting characters, daring deeds, and an unforgettable journey across the world and into the Land of Sweets and beyond, The Nutcracker is the ultimate way to awaken festive feelings.

If the age-old story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince has become a little too predictable or you find yourself falling asleep to the chimes of the 'Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy' then perhaps it's time to find a new holiday tradition... Serving Christmas realness with a side of naughtiness, Somerville Theatre's burlesque spoof The Slutcracker may just be the answer! Definitely not one for the whole family, the adult-themed holiday show features drag queens, tango dancers, acrobats, belly dancers, ballerinas and hula hoopers in a whirlwind of scintillating and sensual strip-tease, costumes and dances.

Prepare for magic as the Greater Salem Ballet Company celebrates their glorious production of the Nutcracker. An all-ages treat, don't miss the wonder, joy, and enchantment!