The Nutcracker Ballet is such a classic holiday event. I can still remember the first time my Aunt took me to see the performance as a little girl. If you're wondering where to see The Nutcracker this year, this list of local performances should help! Tickets will most likely go fast, so if you are interested in attending any of these events, order your tickets today.

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Upcoming Nutcracker Ballet Performances in Northeast Ohio

Nutcracker Suite at Hudson High School
Join the Hudson Conservatory of Ballet and the Hudson Community Youth Chorus for the third annual presentation of the Nutcracker Suite! This production is perfect for families of all ages! {Find Out More}
When: November 24 & 25, 2018
Where: 2500 Hudson-Aurora Rd., Hudson, OH 44236

The Nutcracker presented by Ballet Theatre of Ohio
Voted Akron’s #1 Holiday Show by Akron Beacon Journal readers, this classic has become a treasured holiday tradition for families of all ages. {Find Out More}
When: November 24 – December 2, 2018
Where: Akron Civic Theater, 182 S. Main St., Akron OH 44308

The Nutcracker presented by Ballet Theatre Ashtabula
Enjoy the spirit of the season with the magic and adventure of Ballet Theatre Ashtabula’s The Nutcracker. You will journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to a fantasy world of exotic characters, beautiful sets and costumes, Tchaikovsky’s gorgeous music, and the arts center’s amazing dancers. It’s a holiday classic for the entire family. Advance sale ticket price only. {Find Out More}
When: November 30 – December 7
Where: Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula OH 4400

North Pointe Ballet presents The Nutcraker – Lorain County
North Pointe Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker is an imaginative staging unlike you’ve ever seen it before. The holiday classic is brought to life through the use of integrated live narration that guides those new to ballet through the story and enchants lifelong fans with thrilling theatrical elements and colorful larger-than-life sets and costumes. {Find Out More} DEAL ALERT -> 50% Off Tickets
When: November 30–December 2, 2018 (Sensory Friendly Performance December 1)
Where: Lorain Palace Theater – 617 Broadway Avenue Lorain, Ohio

Tchaikovsky's “The Nutcracker”
JAM Dance Academy is excited to announce its auditions for the third annual production of Tchaikovsky's magical holiday ballet, “The Nutcracker.”{Find Out More} DEAL ALERT -> 40% Off Tickets
When: December 1 – 2, 2018
Where: Elyria High School Performing Arts Center, 600 W. Ave., Elyria, OH 44035

The Nutcracker presented by the Canton Ballet
Do not miss this thrilling opportunity to see New York City quality dance in Canton! New York City Ballet principal dancers Sterling Hyltin and Joseph Gordon in the leading roles of Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier. {Find Out More}
When: December 7 – 9, 2018
Where: Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N., Canton, OH 44702

A 1940s Nutcracker by the NEOS Dance Theatre
The Nutcracker comes with great anticipation for families and children of all ages. Accompanied by the Mansfield Symphony, Neos Dance Theatre presents a timeless tale as an original production with dazzling visual effects, sets, and costumes. A 1940’s Nutcracker, set in Mansfield, Ohio takes a twist from the original tale by paying homage to an iconic age of film, fashion, American Christmas traditions, the industrial age, and WWII. {Find Out More}
When: December 8 – 9, 2018
Where: 138 Park Ave. West, Mansfield, OH 44902

Nutcracker Suite presented by The Cleveland Ballet
Once again the City of Cleveland will have their very own holiday favorite ballet, The Nutcracker Suite. With Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, this ballet suitable for audiences of all ages will transport you on an adventure through the imagination of a young girl to a journey around the world! {Find Out More}
When: December 12 – 13, 2018
Where: Hanna Theatre, 2067 E. 14th St., Cleveland, OH 44115

The Nutcracker presented by Northeast Ohio Dance Academy {Find Out More}
When: December 15 – 23, 2018
Where: O.J. Work Auditorium, 151 S. Main St., Wadsworth OH & Haddad Theatre, 144 N. Broadway St., Medina, OH 44256
Cost: $6-$15

North Pointe Ballet presents The Nutcraker – Cuyahoga County
North Pointe Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker is an imaginative staging unlike you’ve ever seen it before. The holiday classic is brought to life through the use of integrated live narration that guides those new to ballet through the story and enchants lifelong fans with thrilling theatrical elements and colorful larger-than-life sets and costumes. {Find Out More}
When: December 21 – 23, 2018 (Sensory Friendly Performance December 22)
Where: Magnificat Performing Arts Center – 20770 Hilliard Boulevard Rocky River, Ohio

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
All ages are invited to celebrate Christmas with the Moscow Ballet company of almost 40 ballerinas and dansers on their Tour of North America. {Find Out More}
When: December 22, 2018
Where: Music Hall at Cleveland Public Auditorium, 500 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114

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