George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker"

George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker" by Pennsylvania Ballet
Delight in the Philadelphia region's beloved holiday tradition with Pennsylvania Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" at Academy of Music. Featuring George Balanchine's original choreography and set to the cherished Tchaikovsky score performed by the Pennsylvania Ballet Orchestra, this iconic version of the popular holiday ballet tells the timeless story of young Marie, who receives a nutcracker soldier as a gift and has a magical Christmas-night dream that her toy comes to life. Together they experience a grand adventure that takes them through an epic battle with the Rat King to the Sugar Plum Fairy's magical Land of Sweets. A must-see for children and adults alike, this production boasts opulent sets and costumes, and world-class dancing.