Although the complete and staged The Nutcracker ballet was not initially as successful as the 20-minute Nutcracker Suite that Tchaikovsky had premiered nine months earlier, it became popular in later years.

1 day ago · George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® is one of the most complex theatrical, staged ballets in the company's active repertory. The popularity of the ballet is immense and it provides an …

Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget.

Dec 11, 2025 · The Nutcracker is a ballet by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, first performed in December 1892. The Nutcracker tells a story about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve …

Although his gift to Fritz is quite nice, he gives Clara a beautiful Nutcracker that becomes the hit of the party. Fritz becomes jealous and, having a bit more spunk than a boy should have, grabs the …

6 days ago · If time, location or affordability are keeping you from seeing the ballet, a bold new production of 'Nutcracker' premiering Tuesday on 'Great Performances' is a way to keep the tradition.

Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker (Complete Ballet Playlist) - Full Performance The Nutcracker with this complete ballet performance. From the magical snowfall to the whimsical dances of the Sugar...

Why are nutcrackers associated with Christmas? Christmas Central explores the history and rise in popularity of the Christmas nutcracker.

May 21, 2019 · Learn about the characters, plot, music, interesting facts, and upcoming performances of The Nutcracker, one of the most famous classical ballets.

Dec 12, 2025 · Every December, as predictably as cold weather and frantic gift-buying, The Nutcracker returns to stages around the world. For many ballet companies, beyond a tradition — it’s the engine …