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.

If you know of any Nutcracker performances we've missed, please submit the details here. Thanks!

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:
Saturday, November 25, 2017; 7pm
Sunday, November 26, 2017; 2pm
Where: 2500 Hudson-Aurora Rd., Hudson, OH 44236
Cost: $20-$25

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:
Saturday, November 25, 2017; 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, November 26, 2017; 2pm
Friday, December 1, 2017; 7pm
Saturday, December 2, 2017; 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 3, 2017; 2pm
Where: Akron Civic Theater, 182 S. Main St., Akron OH 44308
Cost: $38-$50 plus additional fees

The Nutty Nutcracker presented by Ballet Theatre of Ohio at Akron Civic Theatre
The Nutty Nutcracker One Show Only! Expect to see a spoof of America's favorite holiday classic. You will see a family celebrating Christmas, but not quite Clara's family… Can you guess who might pop out from under Mother Ginger's skirt? This performance is family friendly, but parts might be considered adult humor. If you are familiar with our Nutcracker, you'll have even more fun! {Find Out More}
When: Friday, December 1, 2017; 7pm
Where: Akron Civic Theatre, 182 South Main Street Akron, Ohio 44308
Cost: Varies

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. {Find Out More}
When:
Friday, December 1, 2017; 7:30pm
Saturday, December 2, 2017; 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 3, 2017; 2pm
Friday, December 8, 2017; 7:30pm
Saturday, December 9, 2017; 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 10, 2017; 2pm
Thursday, December 14, 2017; 7:30pm
Friday, December 15, 2017; 7:30pm
Saturday, December 16, 2017; 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 17, 2017; 2pm
Where: Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula OH 44004
Cost: $11-$15 per ticket. Advance sale ticket price only. Add $2 when paying at the door. Advance ticket sales must be purchased by noon on Saturday for Saturday and Sunday shows. All ticket sales are final.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker
A holiday mash-up for the entire family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker, a contemporary reimagination of Tchaikovsky’s timeless music, sets out on a third national tour following the success of two previous sold-out tours. {Find Out More}
When: Wednesday, December 6, 2017; 7pm
Where: KeyBank State Theatre, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
Cost: $10 -$59 plus additional fees

North Pointe Ballet presents The Nutcraker at Hope Community Church
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:
Thursday, December 7, 2017; 6:30pm (Sensory-friendly performance)
Friday, December 8, 2017; 7:30pm
Saturday December 9, 2017; 2:30pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 10, 2017; 2:30pm
Where: 6941 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls 44138
Cost: Sensory-friendly performance: $10, all other performances: $20 & $24

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 Soloist and Canton Ballet alumnus Zachary Catazaro returns to the Canton Palace Theatre stage with NYCB Principal dancer Sterling Hyltin and dancers of Canton Ballet! {Find Out More}
When:
Friday, December 8, 2017; 7:30pm
Saturday, December 9, 2017; 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 10, 2017; 2pm
Where: Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N., Canton, OH 44702
Cost: $17-$25 per ticket

The Nutcracker presented by Northeast Ohio Dance Academy {Find Out More}
When:
Saturday, December 9, 2017; 7pm (at O.J. Work Auditorium)
Sunday, December 10, 2017; 2pm (at O.J. Work Auditorium)
Saturday, December 16, 2017; 7pm (at Haddad Theatre)
Sunday, December 17, 2017; 2pm (at Haddad Theatre)
Where: O.J. Work Auditorium, 151 S. Main St., Wadsworth OH & Haddad Theatre, 144 N. Broadway St., Medina, OH 44256
Cost: $6-$15

Tchaikovsky's “The Nutcracker”
JAM Dance Academy is excited for its Second Annual production of Tchaikovsky's magical holiday ballet, “The Nutcracker.” Under the direction of former Ohio Dance Theatre principal dancer and JAM Dance Academy's Artistic Director, patrons can enjoy the magic of one of the most beloved holiday classics! Featuring special guest artists from Verb Ballets, St. Louis Ballet, and Dayton Ballet. Special discounted rates for Senior and Veterans by calling (440) 327-0255. {Find Out More}
When:
Saturday, December 9, 2017; 1pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 10, 2017; 2pm
Where: Elyria High School Performing Arts Center, 600 W. Ave., Elyria, OH 44035
Cost: $12-$24

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:
Saturday, December 9, 2017; 8pm
Sunday, December 10, 2017; 2pm
Where: 138 Park Ave. West, Mansfield, OH 44902
Cost: $15-$50 per ticket

The Nutcracker presented by Tuscarawas Dance Arts Center
Enjoy a performance of this holiday classic. {Find Out More}
When:
Thursday, December 14, 2017; 7:30pm
Friday, December 15, 2017; 7:30pm
Saturday, December 16, 2017; 7:30pm
Sunday, December 17, 2017; 2pm
Where: Performing Arts Center at Kent State University at Tuscarawas, 330 University Dr. NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Cost: $15

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:
Friday, December 15, 2017; 11am & 7pm
Saturday, December 16, 2017; 1pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 17, 2017; 1pm (On Sunday, December 17 ONLY, the Nutcracker Tea will be held immediately after the matinee show. A $15 post-show tickets give you the opportunity to enjoy English style afternoon tea and meet the cast.)
Where: Hanna Theatre, 2067 E. 14th St., Cleveland, OH 44115
Cost: $25-$45 plus additional fees

The Nutcracker Ballet at North Royalton Branch Library
Ballet students from Dance Arts by Regina will perform excerpts from the famous ballet. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, December 16, 2017; 11am-11:45
Where: 5071 Wallings Rd., North Royalton, OH, 44133
Cost: FREE

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
All ages are invited to celebrate Christmas with the Moscow Ballet company of almost 40 ballerinas and danseurs on their 25th Anniversary Tour of North America in 2017. {Find Out More}
When:
Saturday, December 16, 2017: 3pm & 7pm
Where: Music Hall at Cleveland Public Auditorium, 500 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
Cost: $28 and up

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