The Nutcracker - Wikipedia
The plot is an adaptation of Alexandre Dumas 's 1844 short story The Nutcracker, itself a retelling of E. T. A. Hoffmann 's 1816 short story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King.
The Nutcracker | Ballet, Summary, Christmas, History, & Facts
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 …
The Nutcracker | The Washington Ballet
Nov 30, 2024 · The Nutcracker was originally based on the story of The Nutcracker and the Mouse, written by German author E.T.A. Hoffmann. Years later, Alexander Dumas rewrote the story, making …
George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® - New York City Ballet
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 …
14 Productions of 'The Nutcracker' In Northern Virginia and DC
Nov 3, 2025 · Tchaikovsky’s two-act classical ballet The Nutcracker has been a holiday tradition since it was composed in 1892. The story follows a young girl named Clara and her dreamlike adventures …
Read the full story: The Nutcracker - Boston Ballet
In a battle between the Nutcracker Prince and Mouse King, who will prevail? Watch their long-standing rivalry play out as they train for their epic face-off and the ultimate prize—possession of the Castle of …
Different Versions Of The Nutcracker — Nutcracker.com
Dec 12, 2025 · But if you’ve seen one Nutcracker, you haven’t necessarily seen them all. The ballet has splintered into dozens of interpretations, some devoutly traditional, some wildly revisionist, and some …
The Nutcracker Ballet Overview - Art de Ballet
Jan 1, 2025 · “The Nutcracker” is renowned for its serious music, vivid characters, and memorable scenes, each contributing to the enchanting narrative. Central to the story is Clara, a young girl who …
A Brief History of the Nutcracker
Nov 18, 2024 · Although companies around the world (and especially in the United States) perform The Nutcracker each holiday season, its journey to the stage involved some twists and turns. It all started …
The Nutcracker | Ballet Story, Characters, Music & Performances
May 21, 2019 · Learn about the characters, plot, music, interesting facts, and upcoming performances of The Nutcracker, one of the most famous classical ballets.