Although the complete and staged The Nutcracker ballet was not initially as successful as the 20-minute Nutcracker Suite that Tchaikovsky had premiered nine months earlier, it became popular in later years.

Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget.

Dec 11, 2025 · The Nutcracker is a ballet by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, first performed in December 1892. The Nutcracker tells a story about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve …

2 days ago · George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® is one of the most complex theatrical, staged ballets in the company's active repertory. The popularity of the ballet is immense and it provides an …

Tchaikovsky composed his final ballet, The Nutcracker while traveling across France and the United States including a trip to New York for the inauguration of Carnegie Hall.

Celebrate the season with San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker—the enchanting holiday tradition beloved by audiences of all ages. Get your tickets now!

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