As Milwaukee’s holiday entertainment jewel, Michael Pink’s production of The Nutcracker is a dazzling journey to a magical land where dolls, toys and snowflakes come to life under the direction of Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, performed live by the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra and Milwaukee Children’s Choir. Dancers from the Nancy Einhorn Milwaukee Ballet II program and Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy add to the story’s youthful exuberance. The Nutcracker is the city’s biggest holiday spectacle, creating lasting memories year after year.

Family Hint: The Nutcracker is just under two hours long (including one 20-minute intermission) and is best enjoyed by children ages 4+ or those that can quietly enjoy a full-length movie. All persons regardless of age must have a ticket.