One of Phoenix's foremost ballet schools, Ballet Etudes has been entertaining Arizona audiences since its formation in 1986. Their annual production of The Nutcracker provides one of the pinnacles of the season to showcase this talented company's skills on stage. Telling the magical story of Clara and her beloved Nutcracker Prince, the dancers take on the multiple roles of candy dancers, angels and fairies, in a full-length production.

The Arizona Ballet's production of The Nutcracker is Phoenix's holiday season highlight and a celebration to share with the whole family! Decked out in over 10,000 Swarovski crystals, dancing toys, mischievous mice, waltzing flowers, and sparkling snowflakes dance to Tchaikovsky's sumptuous score performed by The Phoenix Symphony.

The highlight of the Phoenix Ballet's winter season, the critically acclaimed Nutcracker promises a spirit-lifting, festive evening of enchanting dance and soaring music. The ensemble's artistic director Slawomir Wozniak breathes new life into the Yuletide favorite with inventive, exuberant, and often acrobatic choreography that injects a sense of fun and a sprinkling of light-hearted humor into the widely-performed ballet, striking a perfect balance between tradition and innovation.

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Seen by millions of dance fans worldwide, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico has traveled to more than 60 countries and regularly garners rave reviews with every new show they produce. The oldest celebrated dance company in Mexico, Ballet Folklorico was founded in 1952 by Amalia Hernandez, as her own personal ambition to rescue the 60+ dancing traditions of Mexico. They have created more than 40 productions since then, each highlighting the historical and cultural importance of Mexico's different regions.

Designated by Congress as 'a vital American cultural ambassador to the world', it's been over 60 years since Alvin Ailey and his group of African-American dancers performed for the very first time at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. The tour is packed full of premieres and returning favorites, offering a fantastic chance to enjoy the group once again.